4-H Program Educator - Watertown, NY

This position will serve as the 4-H Youth Development Educator for Cornell Cooperative Extension Association of Jefferson County and, under the leadership and oversight of the Youth and Family Program Manager, will provide program implementation, administrative direction, management, and coordination for the 4-H Youth Development Program.

This position will assist in the planning, development and evaluation, as well as coordinating and implementing educational programming. Primary responsibilities include traditional 4-H club and volunteer development; coordination of youth participation in the Jefferson County Fair and New York State Fair; implementation of school-based, afterschool, military-connected, and community youth programming; support of Camp Wabasso educational programming and field trips; grant-funded initiatives; and countywide educational events that promote positive youth development.

This position will work closely with the Youth and Family Program Manager, volunteers, schools, military partners, community organizations, Cornell Cooperative Extension staff, and community partners to deliver research-based educational programming, coordinate volunteer efforts, and ensure compliance with Cornell Cooperative Extension, New York State 4-H, grant, and risk management requirements.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR APPLICANTS

PLEASE READ BEFORE APPLYING

All applicants must apply by close of day on September 25, 2026 to be considered for this position. All applicants must submit an application online, which includes: cover letter, resume and three (3) references.

All External Applicants (including applicants currently employed by Cornell Cooperative Extension in Associations other than the Association advertising this career opportunity) must submit his/her application materials via the "APPLY" button located within this job posting.

All Internal Applicants (current employees working for the Association advertising this career opportunity) must apply online via his/her Workday account, which may be accessed here: http://workday.cornell.edu/.

Please contact Erin O'Rourke Parnapy, Assistant Manager for HR & Operations at 315-788-8450 with questions.

POSITION DETAILS

This position is a full-time non-exempt position - 100% FTE, 40 hours per week. The hourly rate for this position is $24.00. This position, based on eligibility, offers a comprehensive benefit package, to include: health and dental insurance, retirement, vacation, sick and personal leave.

POSITION INFORMATION

Required Qualifications

• Master’s Degree or equivalent education (Bachelor’s Degree with four (4) years transferrable relevant evidence-based research experience).
• Experience relevant to the role of the position.
• Valid NYS Driver’s License and the ability to meet travel requirements associated with this position.
• Ability to work flexible hours which may include evenings and/or weekends, as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with 4-H Clubs,...