Youth Coordinator

Wanted:
Full Time
Marshall County
Youth Coordinator
Objective
Iowa 4-H and the County Youth Coordinator will focus on Positive Youth Development (PYD). Staff will work with youth, volunteers, and professionals to plan, implement, and evaluate a progressive series of educational programs and experiences that work toward multiple life skill outcomes (productive citizens, outstanding communicators, effective leaders, and successful learners). This position should empower youth to reach their full potential through Youth Adult Partnerships and research-based experiences.

Qualifications
Team player
Self-motivated with ability to work with minimal supervision
Problem solving skills
Cultural competence
Computer skills including Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel
Organizational skills
Project management skills
Conflict management and resolution skills
Dependability
Collaboration and networking skills
Experience working with youth and volunteers
Experience with volunteer development
Experience with Positive Youth Development
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's degree
Bilingual; fluent in a second language
Experience organizing events and activities
Responsibilities
Collaborate with internal and external partners to advance the Iowa 4-H mission and vision.
Develop and implement a year-round county recruitment and retention strategy for diverse community and corporate volunteers.
Develop and implement a year-round county recruitment and retention strategy to bring diverse youth from entry-point activities into long-term involvement in
4-H.
Assure compliance with risk management policies, including required training and background checks of volunteers.
Establish and maintain 4-H governance committees.
Promote 4-H state and county programs, events, and activities, working with local partners and media.
Communicate effectively and build relationships with the County Extension Council, youth, families, volunteers, other extension staff and community partners.
Represent Iowa State University, Iowa State University Extension and Outreach, and Iowa 4-H professionally and positively.
Collect, analyze, and share county data to ensure program effectiveness.
Implement programs in accordance with state and federal guidelines and policies and share with volunteers and community partners.
Administer evaluations and share impacts with County Extension Council and partners.
Work with County Extension Council to ensure adequate financial resources are secured.
Additional Information
Passion to collaborate with volunteers and youth using a positive youth development framework.
Excellent people skills including the ability to collaborate with people from various backgrounds.
Ability to work flexible hours. The successful candidate will be expected to successfully manage their schedule including some evening and weekend meetings.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to multi-task, solve problems, and prioritize.
Initiative-taking and ability to initiate work without direct supervision.
People-oriented and skilled in customer relations.
Dependable team player, punctual, and detail oriented.
Appearance, attitude, and conduct conducive to a professional work environment.
Ability to lift 25 pounds including files, books, stacking chairs, moving tables, etc.
Job Type Full Time
Hours Full-Time (40 hours per week), hourly, regular position. General work week is 8:30-5:00 pm. Monday through Friday; however, regular evening meetings and occasional weekend events, and out of town trips will occur as scheduled.
Wages (type) Hourly
Wages (status) non-exempt
Benefits
Sick leave, vacation, FICA, IPERS, mileage reimbursement and professional development. Health and dental insurance offered with stipend.

Application Instructions
Cover Letter with Resume

Completed application for employment with 3 references

Position Description

Submit materials listed above by email to:

Application Deadline 09/11/2026
This position will remain open until filled

EOE
provided by The Marshalltown Times-Republican
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