Temporary 4-H Youth Development Professional Lewiston

Lewiston, ME - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 3750 - 4000

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description

Statement of the Job:

The Positive Youth Development Professional for the Oh YEA! (Oh Youth Empowered Advocates!) 4-H Grows True Leaders Project is a temporary full-time grant-funded position serving Androscoggin and Sagadahoc Counties. Based in Lisbon Falls with primary work in Lewiston and surrounding communities this role delivers culturally relevant community-based youth development programming in partnership with schools housing communities nonprofits businesses and University of Maine Cooperative Extension faculty. The position builds trusted relationships with youth families and community partners particularly within bilingual bicultural New Mainer and migrant communities to co-design place-based learning experiences focused on food systems healthy living leadership development service learning and career exploration. Through hands-on education and youth leadership initiatives this role supports teens youth and adults in strengthening community connections expanding access to resources and fostering the next generation of Maine leaders and advocates. This is a full-time temporary position with an expected duration of six months. The monthly salary range is $3750 to $4000.

Job Description

About Cooperative Extension:
The University of Maine Cooperative Extension has been a vital resource for over 100 years connecting communities with university research to improve lives across the state. Our focus areas include the Maine Food System and Positive Youth Development through 4-H programs delivered by a network of experts based in county offices statewide.

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Qualifications:
Required:

Bachelors Degree or equivalent experience.
Experience with Positive Youth Development models including reflective learning and experiential learning design and delivery.
Experience teaching young people especially in out of school settings and in conjunction with community partners.
Ability and willingness to work with culturally diverse audiences.
Computer skills both in work-related communication and in educational applications such as blogging website development.
Effective interpersonal communication and demonstrated effective work in a team environment.
Collaboration skills particularly cross organizational collaborations.
Strong organizational skills.
Strong public speaking and facilitation skills.
Multitasking skills and proven skills in successfully balancing multiple program duties.
Ability to travel both in and out-of-state usually requiring a valid drivers license.
Independent as well as teamwork skills; must be self-motivated and directed with the ability to achieve measurable results and manage multiple tasks in an autonomous work environment.
Work schedule flexibility depending upon the needs of clients.

Prefers:

Knowledge of Cooperative Extension and its 4-H Youth Development programs.
Experience in establishing equity and belonging in community programs; demonstrated bicultural understanding/knowledge.
Experience working with at-risk youth.
Bilingual with the ability to speak write and interpret correctly.
Volunteer management and development experience.
Demonstrated proficiency in managing program funds.
Community education/teaching experience.

Other Information:

To be considered for this position you will need to Apply and upload the documentation listed below:

1.) a cover letter which describes your experience interests and suitability for the position

2.) a resume/curriculum vitae

Candidates selected to proceed to the final stages of the search process will be requested to provide a list of names and contact information for references.

Incomplete application materials cannot be considered. Materials received after the initial review date will be reviewed at the discretion of the University.

Applications for this position will be reviewed on a rolling basis until 4:30 p.m. EST on March 4th or until a satisfactory candidate is found. Interviews will be offered as applications are reviewed.

For questions about the search please contact search committee chair Kristy Ouellette.

The successful applicant is subject to appropriate background screening.

The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law the System does not discriminate on the basis of race color religion sex sexual orientation transgender status gender gender identity or expression ethnicity national origin citizenship status familial status ancestry age disability (physical or mental) genetic information pregnancy or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education programs and activities and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall Room 412 Orono ME 04469-5713 by calling 207.581.1226 or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator at

Clery Act

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Required Experience:

Unclear Seniority

DescriptionStatement of the Job:The Positive Youth Development Professional for the Oh YEA! (Oh Youth Empowered Advocates!) 4-H Grows True Leaders Project is a temporary full-time grant-funded position serving Androscoggin and Sagadahoc Counties. Based in Lisbon Falls with primary work in Lewiston a...

Description

Statement of the Job:

Bachelors Degree or equivalent experience.
Experience with Positive Youth Development models including reflective learning and experiential learning design and delivery.
Experience teaching young people especially in out of school settings and in conjunction with community partners.
Ability and willingness to work with culturally diverse audiences.
Computer skills both in work-related communication and in educational applications such as blogging website development.
Effective interpersonal communication and demonstrated effective work in a team environment.
Collaboration skills particularly cross organizational collaborations.
Strong organizational skills.
Strong public speaking and facilitation skills.
Multitasking skills and proven skills in successfully balancing multiple program duties.
Ability to travel both in and out-of-state usually requiring a valid drivers license.
Independent as well as teamwork skills; must be self-motivated and directed with the ability to achieve measurable results and manage multiple tasks in an autonomous work environment.
Work schedule flexibility depending upon the needs of clients.

Prefers:

Knowledge of Cooperative Extension and its 4-H Youth Development programs.
Experience in establishing equity and belonging in community programs; demonstrated bicultural understanding/knowledge.
Experience working with at-risk youth.
Bilingual with the ability to speak write and interpret correctly.
Volunteer management and development experience.
Demonstrated proficiency in managing program funds.
Community education/teaching experience.

Other Information:

To be considered for this position you will need to Apply and upload the documentation listed below:

1.) a cover letter which describes your experience interests and suitability for the position

2.) a resume/curriculum vitae

Candidates selected to proceed to the final stages of the search process will be requested to provide a list of names and contact information for references.

Incomplete application materials cannot be considered. Materials received after the initial review date will be reviewed at the discretion of the University.

For questions about the search please contact search committee chair Kristy Ouellette.

The successful applicant is subject to appropriate background screening.

Clery Act

Required Experience:

Unclear Seniority

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