4-H Volunteer Specialist
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30+ days ago
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1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Position Title:
4-H Volunteer SpecialistJob Group:
Professional & ScientificRequired Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelors degree and 2 years of related experienceSpecial Required Qualifications
Drivers LicensePreferred Qualifications:
Experience with volunteer recruitment and management systems.Experience in volunteer education program development and delivery.
Experience developing and/or facilitating trainings; ideally for adult audiences.
Experience designing delivering or managing online training content within a Learning Management System (LMS) with a strong understanding of adult learning principles and digital training best practices.
Job Description:
Are you passionate about building volunteer capacity within a research-based positive youth development program Are you looking for a role where you support helping young people discover their spark grow their skills and be prepared for success in school work and life
If so the staff and volunteer development team within Iowa State University Extension and Outreach 4-H Youth Development is seeking applicants for a 4-H Volunteer Specialist! This position will be classified as a Program Specialist II.
What Youll Do:
Develop policies and procedures for the implementation of the statewide 4-H volunteer management system
Design and develop in-person virtual and on-demand learning experiences for adult learners
Create relevant resources to support 4-H volunteer engagement
Assist with risk management practices pertinent to 4-H volunteers
Engage with 4-H colleagues in other states on multi-state program efforts
The successful candidate will demonstrate leadership abilities and possess strong written and verbal communication skills to effectively engage with others and connect with targeted audiences and programs. This position requires skills related to program assessment planning implementation and evaluation along with the ability to collaborate effectively with staff and volunteers within an organized volunteer management system and youth development program. Strong organizational and time management skills are essential for success in this role.
Occasional travel will be involved in this role.
This is a fixed term position with an end date of 6/30/2028 with the opportunity for renewal.
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an on-going basis without sponsorship. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.
About Iowa 4-H Youth Development:
Iowa 4-H Youth Development is the premier youth development program of Iowa State University Extension and Outreach. Providing research-based education to K-12 youth Iowa 4-H builds upon more than a century of experience in positive youth development.
Level Guidelines
Intermediate-level position with solid professional and/or technical skills working under general supervision to achieve goals
Applies broad working knowledge of the principles of the field to moderately complex difficult and varied problems and issues
Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action and resolve problems
Responds to a broad range of inquiries and requests
May provide training and/or direction to lower-level staff
May lead projects of moderate scope and complexity
Provides guidance to students
Appointment Type:
Regular with Term Appointment (Fixed Term)Proposed End Date or Length of Term:
June 30 2028Number of Months Employed Per Year:
12 Month Work PeriodTime Type:
Full timePay Grade:
PS807Application Instructions:
To apply for this position please click on Apply and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following: 1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae 2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter If you have questions regarding this application process please email or call or Toll Free: 1-.Why Choose ISUIowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits including medical and dental; as well as: Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans Generous vacation holiday and sick time and leave plans Onsite childcare (Ames Iowa) Life insurance and long-term disability Flexible Spending Accounts Various voluntary benefits and discounts Employee Assistance Program Wellbeing program Iowa State offers WorkFlex options for some positions. WorkFlex offers flexibility on when where and how you do your work. For more information please speak with the Hiring Manager.Original Posting Date:
September 30 2025Posting Close Date:
October 13 2025Job Requisition Number:
R17877Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Fundraising
- Communication skills
- Physical Examinations
- Hospice Care
- Workers' Compensation Law
- Computer Literacy
- Grant Writing
- Music Therapy
- Memory Care
- Public Speaking
- Volunteer Management
- Writing Skills
About Company
Attending Iowa State University of Science and Technology (ISU) can be a whirlwind experience for some. ISU is a public land-grant institution offering higher education courses and programs with an emphasis on science, technology, and related areas. It's also home to the Cyclones athl ... View more
