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The 4-H & Family Living Coordinator delivers and manages programs for Cornell Cooperative Extension of Warren County in the areas of youth mental health first aid, parenting skills, cultural arts, and 4-H youth development (life skills, workforce preparation, Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math, or “STEAM”) and other related grant programs as needed.

This position also manages 4-H clubs, including providing guidance and oversight to 4-H volunteers.

Application Instructions

In the My Information section be sure to enter your full name, address, email, and phone number(s).

Include a cover letter, resume and at least three references (at least one who is a current or former supervisor or teacher). To attach documents, under the My Experience section use the Select Files button to search for files or use the Drop Files Here box to drag documents into your application. If you plan to upload more than one document, click the Upload icon for each additional document. Please note, once your application is submitted you will not be able to change your submission or add attachments. If you would like to add or update documents to your online application after submission, please contact Jim McNaughton, Association Lead Human Resources Manager, via e-mail [email protected].

External Applicants: (including current employees of other Cornell Cooperative Extension Associations) please refer to Applying for a Job with Cornell Cooperative Extension (External Candidate) (https://cals.cornell.edu/cornell-cooperative-extension/join-us/jobs/apply) for additional guidance.

All Internal Applicants: Those who are currently employed by the Cornell Cooperative Extension Association indicated in this job posting must apply online via their employee Workday account, which may be accessed here: http://workday.cornell.edu/

Apply By

All applications must be received on-line by 11:59 pm on June 2, 2025. Position closing dates may change based on Association needs.

Required Qualifications

+ Bachelor’s degree. Associates degree plus 2 yrs. transferable program/functional experience may substitute for a Bachelor’s degree.

+ Experience relevant to the role of the position.

+ Ability to meet the occasional travel requirements associated with this position. A valid NYS driver's license with the ability to drive and driving record acceptable for Association insurance coverage are required.

+ Ability to work flexible hours which may include evenings and/or weekends, as appropriate

+ Program Skills: Ability to effectively deliver, manage, and coordinate assigned programs. Ability to serve as an effective subject matter resource, assist with budgets, grants, and fundraising. Ability to recruit, engage, and motivate volunteers and program participants. Maintain confidentiality. Effectively participate in professional team efforts.

+ Communication & Marketing Skills: Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing. Ability to effectively market programs through social, print and other media, resulting in robust program participation.

+ Technology Skills: Ability to learn and effectively use software including use of the internet, program related software, and Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Publisher, and Excel. Ability to adapt quickly to new technologies, including virtual programming.

+ Work Environment: In addition to the Working Conditions; the work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions. This position works in a typical office environment. In addition, the position regularly lifts, moves, or transports program related materials and equipment. The position occasionally works outdoors and in natural environment settings.

Preferred Qualifications

+ Experience in guiding and collaborating with volunteers.

+ Experience in program delivery both in person and virtual.

Position Responsibilities & Essential Functions

Program Responsibilities:

Program Delivery, Evaluation and Applied Research – 50%

+ Deliver existing educational programs. Assist with other programs, events, and outreach as needed or assigned. May assist in teaching innovative educational programs.

+ Serve as subject matter resource; provide standard responses.

+ Participate as an active member of the 4-H team.

+ Foster acceptance of the program, methods, and policies to address community and individual needs and consider diverse audiences.

+ Interact with program participants as part of program delivery.

+ Present as a positive role model for youth participants.

+ Represent CCE before the public, community leaders, government officials, Cornell or other land grant universities as part of program delivery.

+ Participate in and attend trainings related to building youth competencies, building youth assets, and others as they relate to science-based and healthy lifestyles education.

+ Utilize a variety of proven educational methodologies, including new virtual programming initiatives.

+ Occasionally apply established subject matter knowledge to create lesson plans as identified.

+ May assist in delivering innovative educational programs.

+ May assist in multidisciplinary or multi-association team efforts to deliver programs.

+ Implement program evaluation as designed.

+ Assist in making recommendations for improvements.

Administrative Responsibilities:

Direction and Management – 20%

+ Recruit volunteers and perform volunteer management procedures.

+ Provide guidance and oversight to volunteers.

+ Assist in solving problems and resolving conflicts.

+ Assist supervisor in planning programs, meetings, fundraisers, fairs, events, and communication strategies.

Coordination and Operation – 25%

+ Coordinate assigned programs, events, workshops, meetings, fundraisers, and fairs.

+ Coordinate all aspects of 4-H enrollment and data.

+ Maintain calendar of events.

+ Organize and maintain supplies.

+ Maintain a strong network of peers working in other community agencies and programs with the goal of connecting participant families with educational and other resources.

+ Draft standard communications and assist with websites and social media.

+ Maintain files and assist with records management.

+ Assist staff with program and administrative needs.

+ Perform financial duties - record cash receipts, make bank deposits, prepare expense reports, prepare vouchers. Assist with budgets.

+ Attend meetings as needed; take notes.

+ Assist with recruitment of program participants.

+ Assist with special projects and outreach efforts as needed.

+ Submit required documentation and reports in a timely manner.

Professional Improvement – 5%

+ In cooperation with Supervisor and/or Executive Director, jointly develop and pursue a professional development plan as a means to increase competencies relative to position accountabilities and to address changes and Association priorities.

+ Collaborate in activities that are in general support of Cornell Cooperative Extension and perform other duties as assigned.

Health and Safety – Applied to all duties and functions

+ Support the Association to maintain a safe working environment.

+ Be familiar with and strive to follow any applicable federal, state, local regulations, Association health and safety policy/procedure/requirement and standard.

+ Act proactively to prevent accidents/injuries and communicate hazards to supervisors when identified.

Policy – Applied to all duties and functions

+ Aware of, and adheres to, established Cornell Cooperative Extension Association of Warren County policies, procedures and Cornell Cooperative Extension Skills for Success.

+ Contribute to the overall success of the organization by performing all assigned duties in a professional, timely and accurate manner.

Equal Opportunity Employment

Cornell Cooperative Extension is an employer and educator recognized for providing equal program and employment opportunities in accordance with applicable laws.

Position Details

This is a part-time (30 hours/week), nonexempt position. Compensation paid at the rate of $23 per hour. Excellent benefits, based on eligibility, including:

+ Paid Vacation, Sick, and Personal leave

+ Paid Holidays

+ NYS Health Insurance Program (including free Dental Insurance)

+ NYS Retirement (NYSERS)

+ Long-Term Disability Insurance

+ Total Care Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

+ Tax Deferred Annuity Plan

+ Flexible Spending Accounts

+ Group Universal Life Insurance

+ Personal Accidental Insurance

+ Legal Plan Insurance

+ Long Term Care Insurance

+ Auto and Homeowner’s Insurance

+ Pet Insurance

+ New York’s College Savings Program

+ ClearPoint Credit Counseling Solutions

No relocation or VISA Sponsorship available.

For additional questions please contact Jim McNaughton, Association Lead Human Resources Manager, e-mail [email protected] or phone (518) 765-3503.

https://warren.cce.cornell.edu/

Job Title:

Association Program Coordinator II

Level:

004

Pay Rate Type:

Hourly

Company:

Contract College

Contact Name:

Jim McNaughton

Cornell Cooperative Extension is a collaboration among Cornell University, the United States Department of Agriculture, the State of New York, and the residents of New York State. Per NYS Law, county and regional extension service associations are subordinate government agencies. This employment opportunity is with the entities listed and not with Cornell University.

Notice to Applicants: Please read the required Notice to Applicants statement (https://cals.cornell.edu/cornell-cooperative-extension/join-us/jobs) . This notice contains important information about applying for a position at Cornell Cooperative Extension as well as some of your rights and responsibilities as an applicant.