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Position Details
Title: Extension Agent, 4‑H Youth Development (Assistant, Associate, or Full)
Location: Pittsboro, NC – Chatham County Extension
Type: Full‑time, Permanent (12‑month recurring appointment), FTE 1.0
Job Number: PG190841CE; Position Number: NC-000111925-0326
Position Overview
The NC State Extension provides research‑based knowledge to North Carolinians, transforming science into everyday solutions that improve lives and foster prosperity. This role allows the employee to teach without a traditional classroom setting, working across agriculture, environment, health, youth, and community sectors.
Benefits
- Paid time off
- Paid tuition
- Health insurance
- Flexible scheduling
- Retirement savings
- Supplemental benefits programs
- WolfPerks!
Primary Purpose of the Position
Lead the planning, execution, and evaluation of comprehensive 4‑H programs that meet county needs and support the organization’s mission to develop youth and adults into effective citizens through hands‑on learning experiences.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Ensure positive youth development principles are applied in all programs.
- Recruit, train, manage, and recognize volunteer leaders for 4‑H clubs.
- Raise funds for youth participation and volunteer development.
- Manage a county‑wide 4‑H advisory council that identifies programmatic needs and champions 4‑H in the community.
- Develop marketing and recruiting strategies to attract youth and volunteers from all sectors.
- Maintain program records, ensure compliance with regulations, and manage finances.
- Provide leadership at district, state, and national levels through professional associations.
Requirements and Preferences
Work schedule: 40 hours per week; night and weekend hours typical.
Education
- Bachelor’s degree with a cumulative GPA of 2.5 overall or 3.0 in child/youth development or related field (waived for NCCE Program Associates).
- Bachelor’s degree plus at least half a Master’s curriculum with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher in a related field.
- Master’s degree in child/youth development or related field.
Department Required Skills
- Work independently without direct supervision.
- Interact respectfully with broad populations.
- Manage time, program, financial, and human resources.
- Computer literacy (MS Office, Google Workspace).
- Strong oral and written communication.
- Handle multiple demands and set priorities.
- Travel and work evenings/weekends when needed.
- Network with community partners and maintain relationships.
- Lift and carry training supplies and equipment.
Preferred Experience, Skills, Training, Education
- Master’s degree in child and youth development, education, or related field.
- Experience developing and managing community gardens for youth programming.
- Experience planning programs in varied communities, including urban.
- Experience working as an effective team member.
- Knowledge in mass media, marketing, and presentations.
- Leadership, citizenship, budget management, and public relations skills.
- Recruit, train, and supervise volunteer leaders for broad outreach.
- Experience writing grant proposals supporting programs.
Required License or Certification
Valid North Carolina driver’s license.
Recruitment
Hiring range: Minimum Bachelor’s $40,000; Minimum Master’s $45,000; Minimum Doctorate $50,000.
Internal transfer: No.
Job open date: 03/17/2026.
Applicant Information
Postings page: https://jobs.ncsu.edu/postings/228418
EEO Statement: NC State University is an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status. The university encourages qualified veterans and individuals with disabilities to apply. Accommodations for disabilities are available. Contact Office of Equal Opportunity at 919‑513‑0574 for assistance.
Contact phone: (919) 515‑2135
Email: workatncstate@ncsu.edu
Final candidates are subject to criminal, sex‑offender background checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date for credit.
Application Materials Required
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Contact information for references
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