Career Opportunities from University of Illinois Extension

Extension Educator, 4-H Youth Development

Extension Educators will be expected to deliver research-based educational programs and to work within team settings that may consist of other Extension Educators, community professionals, and faculty within and outside of the College of ACES. The establishment of professional networks as well as the development of relationships with key stakeholder groups is vital to the success of Extension Educators. Extension Educators will be expected to deliver educational programs not only within their assigned multi-county unit, but as requested, to clientele within other units.

The Extension Educator, 4-H Youth Development is expected to concentrate programmatically in Clark County within the multi-county Unit while supporting programming unit-wide. Duties for the position include:

  • Providing leadership to the 4-H Youth Development Program in Clark County, focusing on 4-H Clubs, 4-H Groups, and Youth Education Initiatives. Educating youth about critical youth development issues and ensuring program planning, monitoring, and evaluation are consistent with local needs and statewide priorities are key responsibilities.
  • Implementing organizational systems and programs by teaming with Program Coordinators, Community Workers, and Volunteers who assist with program management functions and teaching roles when appropriate.
  • Teaching and providing training and support to skilled volunteers who teach and work with youth. The role requires supporting youth in financial literacy, entrepreneurship, and workforce development initiatives.
  • Building and maintaining public-private partnerships to address community and economic challenges, developing programming that incorporates economic systems education and digital inclusion to reduce barriers to technology access, and collaborating with local government and nonprofit sectors to advance youth development and community goals.

Location: Position will be housed in Clark County – Marshall, IL

Posted: October 24, 2025
Application Deadline:
Open until filled
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