Position Description

Posting ID: #2943459

The Extension state 4-H activities coordinator will plan, develop, coordinate, facilitate, manage and supervise statewide opportunities to engage youth, including the oversight of program and camping opportunities at the North Dakota 4-H Camp in Washburn, ND. This is a full-time position based in Bismarck, North Dakota, with responsibilities statewide. The 4-H activities coordinator is a member of a statewide Extension 4-H and Youth development team responsible for creating innovative learning experiences that empower North Dakotans to improve their lives and communities through science-based education.

Responsibilities include:

This position includes, but is not limited to, the following responsibilities:

Provide support for the North Dakota 4-H Camp to include:

●       Coordinate, manage, hire, train and oversee camp staff, interns and volunteers.

●       Collaborate with camp facility manager on camp calendar, rentals, and other activities.

●       Contact parents of participating youth in emergency situations and be available as an emergency contact for counselors, parents, and campers.

●       Update and maintain camp materials and policies as needed.

●       Develop a camp schedule.

●       Coordinate transportation (buses and camp state fleet vehicles) for camps.

●       Manage and provide financial guidance on the camp program budget and secure grants for programming needs.

●       Serve as the camp historian, history and present history at camp.

●       Engage Extension personnel, the 4-H Foundation Board, and other camp stakeholders on opportunities to utilize 4-H camp year-round.

●       Work towards Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) standards to ensure facility becomes compliant and certified.

●       Coordinate with the 4-H Foundation facility manager facility committee chair for supply, equipment, inventory and other facility needs.

●       Manage camp registration system and provide technical support to counties through UltraCamp

 

Provide leadership in the development and implementation of statewide 4-H activities to include:

●       Explore options to develop and create multiple events, activities and camping experiences across the state to help youth build essential life skills, create opportunities to spark interest in various career fields, and provide opportunities for youth to thrive in different social environments.

●       Provide ideas to utilize the Luhman Ranch property, located in south-western North Dakota

●       Explore options for virtual or hybrid year-round activities, events and camps in partnership with NDSU Extension offices, NDSU Departments and NDSU Research Extension Centers

●       Seek ways to collaborate with other youth organizations.

●       Cultivate relationships with media outlets and resources to effectively communicate and market 4-H activities, events and camps.

●       Coordinate with the 4-H Foundation Executive Director to address needs and share programming efforts at the Luhman Ranch property and the ND 4-H Camp property.

●       Develop and manage website and social media updates related to future events, activities and camps.

●       Develop promotional materials for events, activities and camps to be marketed year-round.

●       Support recruitment and retention efforts.

 

Behavioral expectations include:

●       Represent NDSU Extension in a manner that reflects well on yourself, other Extension employees and Extension as a whole.

●       Abide by all rules and regulations as outlined in the NDSU Policy Manual, North Dakota 4-H Policies, the Adult Behavioral Expectations and the Youth Protection Policy.

●       Work ethically, with integrity and respect confidentiality.

●       Contribute to an environment of cooperative, supportive and positive working relationships with co-workers and clientele.

●       Resolve differences constructively. Use tact and courtesy at all times.

●       Use effective time management.

●       Exhibit positive attitude, image, personal motivation and professionalism.

●       Assure compliance with equal opportunity policies.

 

Other

  • Ability to conduct oneself professionally, be self-directed in the work environment and work flexible and extended hours.
  • Participate in professional development experiences offered by the NDSU Extension and other entities as appropriate.
  • Be self-directed with minimal supervision.
  • Some weekend and evening work is required.
  • Travel statewide is required. Overnight trips will be required on occasion for meetings, 4-H youth development activities, and professional development.
  • Be an active learner to keep relevant with new teaching strategies, advances in the professional development field, technology, news and with related research.
  • Perform other duties assigned in support of Extension programming.

Required Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:
● Bachelor's degree in education, communication, business, human development or a degree related to the responsibilities for this position;
● Experience recruiting and managing volunteers.
● Basic computer skills and ability to use Microsoft office programs such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
● Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with individuals, groups and through mass media.
● Two years of demonstrated success in program development and delivery to diverse audiences and communities including but not limited to race, gender, socioeconomic class, disabilities and other differences;
● Familiarity with various ethnic and socioeconomic audiences, an interest and ability to work with people of diverse backgrounds, and a commitment to the principles of diversity.
● Ability to lift and carry equipment, etc. up to 40 to 50 lbs.
● Valid driver’s license

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications:
● Master's degree related to responsibilities for the position.
● Five or more years of demonstrated work experience in planning, implementing, and evaluating camping experiences for young people.
● Experience with NDSU Extension and the 4-H Youth Development Program.
● Experience in securing grants, sponsorships, or other funding.
● Five or more years of demonstrated excellence in teaching youth and working with youth.

Travel Requirements

Work Schedule:

Work schedule includes flexible and extended hours with some weekend and evening work required.

Driver’s license or alternate transportation required?

yes

Application Instructions

Applicant Materials Required:
● Cover letter including how you meet any or all minimum and preferred qualifications
● Resume
● Unofficial transcripts
● Include 3 professional references in reference section of application

Equal Employer Statement(s)

Benefits:

NDSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes single or family health insurance coverage with premiums paid for by the university – with an effective date for new employees the first of the month following date of hire. Other benefits include, wellness benefits, basic life insurance, retirement plan, tuition waiver, annual leave, EAP, sick leave and holiday pay. Optional benefits include supplemental life, dental, vision, long-term care insurance, flexible spending account, and supplemental retirement plans.

About Us:

North Dakota State University is distinctive as a student focused, land-grant, research university. Our main campus is located in Fargo, ND with Extension Service and Research Experiment Station locations across the state.

NDSU is the best college in ND, according to Money Magazine (September 2018). NDSU was named a 2019 Best Value College by Forbes. Fargo made Livability.com’s top 10 list of cities to find a job and ranked at #11 for best places to live overall.

No Smoking Notice:

As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. § 23-12-10.

EO/AA Statement:

North Dakota State University is an Equal Opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, gender expression/identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, participation in lawful off-campus activity, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, public assistance status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, spousal relationship to current employee, or veteran status, as applicable.

Veteran’s Preference Notice:

This position is subject to North Dakota Veteran’s Preference requirements.

Reasonable Accommodation Information

North Dakota State University is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, please contact Human Resources at 701-231-8961 or ndsu.hr@ndsu.edu.

Salary

Advertised Salary:

$46,200 to $62,000

Screening will begin 8/2/22

Benefits:

NDSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes single or family health insurance coverage with premiums paid for by the university – with an effective date for new employees the first of the month following date of hire. Other benefits include, wellness benefits, basic life insurance, retirement plan, tuition waiver, annual leave, EAP, sick leave and holiday pay. Optional benefits include supplemental life, dental, vision, long-term care insurance, flexible spending account, and supplemental retirement plans.

About Us:

North Dakota State University is distinctive as a student focused, land-grant, research university. Our main campus is located in Fargo, ND with Extension Service and Research Experiment Station locations across the state.

NDSU is the best college in ND, according to Money Magazine (September 2018). NDSU was named a 2019 Best Value College by Forbes. Fargo made Livability.com’s top 10 list of cities to find a job and ranked at #11 for best places to live overall.

No Smoking Notice:

As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. § 23-12-10.

EO/AA Statement:

North Dakota State University is an Equal Opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, gender expression/identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, participation in lawful off-campus activity, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, public assistance status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, spousal relationship to current employee, or veteran status, as applicable.

Veteran’s Preference Notice:

This position is subject to North Dakota Veteran’s Preference requirements.

Reasonable Accommodation Information

North Dakota State University is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, please contact Human Resources at 701-231-8961 or ndsu.hr@ndsu.edu.

Land Acknowledgement
We collectively acknowledge that NDSU, a land grant institution, on the traditional lands of the Oceti Sakowin (Dakota, Lakota, Nakoda) and Anishinaabe Peoples in addition to many diverse Indigenous Peoples still connected to these lands. We honor with gratitude Mother Earth and the Indigenous Peoples who have walked with her throughout generations. We will continue to learn how to live in unity with Mother Earth and build strong, mutually beneficial, trusting relationships with Indigenous Peoples of our region. (see www.ndsu.edu/inclusioncouncil/native_american_initiatives/).

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