CCE of Yates County 4H Youth Development Educator – Penn Yan, NY

Serve as a member of the 4-H Youth Development team to deliver and assist with implementation and evaluation of 4-H Youth Development programs. Educator will be responsible for promoting program objectives and plans in all areas of 4-H Youth Development programming with emphasis on Animal Science, Youth Community Outreach, STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math), and Healthy Lifestyles programming initiatives.

Application Instructions

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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 Kelsey James, Association Lead Human Resources Manager, via e-mail kmr236@cornell.edu .

External Applicants : (including current employees of other Cornell Cooperative Extension Associations) please refer to Applying for a Job with Cornell Cooperative Extension (External Candidate) 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 10/15/2026 . Position closing dates may change based on Association needs.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree. (Associate’s Degree and two years transferrable program/functional experience may substitute for a Bachelor’s Degree.)

Experience relevant to the role of the position.

Ability to clearly communicate (speak, read, and write proficiently) in English.

Ability and willingness to work with diverse audiences and maintain cultural sensitivity.

Ability to help ensure diverse, equitable, and inclusive programs.

Ability to meet travel requirements associated with this position.

Ability to work flexible hours which will include evenings and/or weekends, as appropriate.

Ability to relate effectively to co-workers, advisors, community, and professional leaders.

Ability to communicate effectively, clearly, and tactfully through verbal, written and electronic methods.

Ability to initiate, plan, organize, implement, teach, and evaluate informal educational programs.

Ability and willingness to work with a high degree of integrity, accuracy, organization, sound professional judgment, and the ability to handle confidential, sensitive information.

Ability to organize, manage, and prioritize multiple tasks, deadlines, requirements, and priorities to complete work in a timely manner and within established deadlines.

Proficiency with windows-based software including use of the internet and Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Publisher, and Excel.

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 regularly works in outdoor weather conditions including extreme heat and cold, precipitation, and in environments like youth showcase events, outdoor community events, farms, gardens, and natural environmental settings.

Preferred Qualifications

Coursework in Education, Agriculture, Natural Resources and/or Human/Youth Development.

Experience with Cooperative Extension or other similar educational organizations.

Experience in guiding and collaborating with volunteers.

Ability to identify and develop volunteer leadership.

Strong interpersonal skills with proven ability to work effectively with advisory boards and committees, community, and funding partners.

Experience and ability to relate to and work effectively with youth.

Ability to effectively participate in professional team efforts.

Ability to identify and utilize program resources from the organization and the community.

Position Responsibilities & Essential Functions

Program Responsibilities:

Program Delivery – 70%

Deliver high quality 4-H Youth Development educational programs and events that address local, regional, and statewide 4-H Youth Development programming priorities with emphasis on Animal Science, STEM, and Healthy Lifestyles programming initiatives. Events and programs may require involvement of volunteers.

Assist with facilitation and support of 4-H short- and long-term clubs.

Deliver programs and participate in special projects including but not limited to 4-H Leader trainings, County Fair, State Fair, 4-H Fundraising, Public Presentations, Annual Dinner, Summer Rec Programs, Outdoor Education Field Day, Workshops, Life Skills Program, enrollment campaigns, and other extension Association activities, as assigned.

Deliver 4-H Youth Development programming and Ag and Food Systems programming.

Utilize a variety of educational methods which may include direct teaching, group experiences, media, newsletters, electronic technology, internet, and distance learning to deliver program.

Serve as subject matter resource utilizing existing subject matter resources and materials.

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

Provide educational program efforts via mass media including contributing articles to 4-H newsletter, utilizing emails, phone messages, Facebook, and website postings.

Interact with program participants while always representing CCE in a professional manner.

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

Program Evaluation – 5%

Implement program evaluation as designed.

Based on established program parameters, interpret evaluation data to the constituencies. Communicate evaluation results and findings.

Interact with various constituencies to obtain their evaluation of programs.

May assist in analyzing collected program evaluation data. May assist in making recommendations for improvements.

May assist in multidisciplinary team efforts to design or analyze program evaluation. May assist in multi­association team efforts to design or analyze program evaluation.

Administrative Responsibilities:

Direction – 5%

May provide input to program leaders to assist in planning the delivery of established educational program goals.

Provide input in planning the structure of delivering educational programs via various methods.

Assist with development of marketing strategies, public affairs, and special events to reach target audiences and meet program objectives.

Assist in identifying community and fiscal resources for program continuance and enhancement.

Provide supervisor with program related information to assist the budget development process.

Management – 5%

Assist with monitoring program financial status to ensure compliance with funding requirements, program budget, grant specifications, and adherence to Association strategies/Plan of work.

Assist with identifying ways to reduce costs and maximize existing resources within the Association.

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