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JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

WSU GARFIELD COUNTY 4-H COORDINATOR

GARFIELD COUNTY, WA

Garfield County, in Pomeroy, Washington has a job opening for the position of WSU Garfield County Extension 4-H Coordinator.

The 4-H Program Coordinator provides overall management and oversight of the WSU Garfield County 4-H Program, including supporting Garfield County 4-H clubs. This position works closely with the County Director and office staff in determining county needs, program delivery and management, and program evaluation.

Duties and responsibilities include management of 4-H activities at the Garfield County Fair, Bi-County 4-H camp, Demonstration Day, Achievement Night, and any other activities identified by the County Director, while maintaining Washington State 4-H policies and procedures. The 4-H Coordinator participates in local, regional, and state 4-H youth development program training and professional development to remain current in 4-H programming, risk management, delivery methods and program policies.

This is a part-time position with no benefits.

Minimum Qualifications: A Bachelor’s degree in a discipline relevant to positive youth development with two years of related program experience. Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted for the education requirement on a year-for-year basis. Knowledge of 4-H or other youth development programs is required. Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as a member of a team. Must successfully pass a background check.

Salary:  Up to $22.00 per hour, depending on qualifications.

To Apply: Job description and application forms may be obtained from the Garfield County Commissioners Office, PO Box 278, or 789 Main Street, Pomeroy, WA 99347, or call (509) 843-1391. Please turn in a resume and cover letter with application. Applications must be returned to the Garfield County Auditor’s Office by Monday, November 7, 2022, at 5:00 p.m. Position will remain open until filled. Questions regarding this position may be directed to Mark Heitstuman, WSU Garfield County Extension Director at (509) 760-5220, heitstuman@wsu.edu.

Garfield County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.