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Clearwater County 4-H Program Manager
Established: 12/10 Non-Exempt
Revised: 4/14, 8/22 Grade Level: 6
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Clearwater County
CLASS SPECIFICATION
4-H PROGRAM MANAGER
Class Summary/Primary Function
The primary function of an employee in this class is to coordinate,
facilitate and administer 4-H
activities, providing education and support for 4-H youth and leaders,
and preparing 4-H
resource materials. Duties include a high degree of public contact and
may include working
evenings and weekends. This position works closely with the Fair Board
to ensure smooth
operation of 4-H activities at the fair. The Program Assistant reports
to the Extension Educator.
The principal duties of this class are performed in a general office
environment. However,
extensive travel is required for events, club meetings, training
sessions, fair participation, etc.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Identifies, recruits and trains target audiences to be involved in the
total 4-H Program;
Assists in educating 4-H youth and adult volunteers;
Develops or obtains, implements and evaluates training materials for 4-H
volunteers;
Develops resource materials such as visuals, demonstration supplies and
literature required
for the 4-H program;
Responds to requests for assistance from 4-H volunteers staff, members
and parents;
Advises youth, parents and volunteers on 4-H curriculum and support
resources for the
county, district, state and national programs, events and other youth
activities;
Receives and records enrollments and fees; enters data and maintains
accurate records;
Coordinates workshops, weigh-ins, activities and shows; organizes
leaders workshops;
Attends numerous meetings and workshops; assists project committees and
standing
committees;
Coordinates with other counties to organize a 4-H camp; teaches an
education class at camp,
collects camp fees;
Develops, facilitates and maintains the county leader and member
recognition program;
Assists in the planning, organizing and assembling resources for the
county fair; attends fair
event to coordinate and supervise 4-H proceedings;
Coordinates with other youth organizations, youth counselors and others
for special and
ongoing events and activities;
Communicates with and serves as advisor to the 4-H teems concerning
meetings, activities
and events geared toward self-improvement; provides teens with resources
to meet goals;
provides guidance to County 4-H Ambassadors;
Orders 4-H curriculum materials; coordinates with committees to order
animal tags, ribbons,
trophies and other awards during the year;
Reviews existing administrative and program procedures and initiates or
recommends
improvements;
Keeps immediate supervisor and fully and accurately informed concerning
work progress,
Clearwater County 4-H Program Manager
Established: 12/10 Non-Exempt
Revised: 4/14, 8/22 Grade Level: 6
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including present and potential work problems and suggestions for new or
improved ways of
addressing such problems;
Responds to citizens, leaders and 4-Hers questions and comments in a
courteous and
timely manner;
Communicates and coordinates regularly with appropriate co-workers to
maximize the
effectiveness and efficiency of interdepartmental operations and
activities.
Maintains strict confidentiality in all cases;
Coordinates and assists in development of 4-H activities in association
with the University of
Idaho 4-H Agriculture Supervisor.
Interacts with County employees, customers, visitors and the general
public effectively and
professionally;
Perform all work duties and activities in accordance with County
policies, procedures and
safety practices.
Other Duties and Responsibilities
Assists in the Extension Office as needed, answering questions on all
extension activities;
Performs other related duties as required.
Classification Requirements:
Knowledge of:
4-H and related programs, curricula and materials;
Public relations and effective communication techniques;
Conflict resolution methods and techniques;
Volunteers programs, including facilitation, collaboration, recruiting
and training.
Ability to:
Plan, assemble and evaluate resources for 4-H programs;
Recruit new 4-H leaders and members;
Carry-out local, district and state educational programs;
Establish, develop and maintain positive public relationships;
Conduct and attend various evening and weekend programs and education
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