Deadline: Fri, 08/30/2024 - 12:00pm Employer: Georgia 4-H Job Field: Forestry Parks, Recreation and Tourism Management Water and Soil Resources Wildlife Other Job Type: Full Time Location: Georgia Location Detail: Athens, GA Job Description: Summer Camping Program Extension Specialist This Public Service Faculty position is primarily responsible for the coordination and implementation of the 4-H summer camping program delivered at all five 4-H residential centers (Wahsega 4-H Center, Fortson 4-H Center, Rock Eagle 4-H Center, Burton 4-H Center, and Georgia 4-H at Camp Jekyll). This includes, but is not limited to, coordinating the content and curriculum, establishing the sessions offered, preparing schedules and fee structures, coordinating and disseminating marketing/promotion materials, managing communication about registration/payments/details, providing trainings for county Extension professionals, recruiting/hiring/supervising counselors, and managing compliance of UGA and 4-H policies and procedures. This role also supports other aspects of the total Georgia 4-H program as a member of the State 4-H Staff. Duties/Responsibilities Provides vision, direction, coordination, and overall leadership to the 4-H camping program. Ensure that the camping program is in alignment with positive youth development principles. This includes working with appropriate faculty and staff to develop the curriculum. This also includes serving as liaison with a variety of faculty/staff including 4-H center staff, 4-H Program Development Coordinators, County Extension professionals and volunteers, counselors, state 4-H faculty and staff, and alumni and stakeholder groups. Engages in scholarship as a public service faculty member and contributes to the body of knowledge for the field of positive youth development and camping. Provides materials, resources, and communications to county extension offices and 4-H centers as it relates to the 4-H camping program including marketing and promotion materials, educational materials about the camping program, information to help county offices prepare to be successful at camp such as timelines, fees, checklists, and more. Coordinates the recruitment, hiring, training, communication, and supervision of 4-H summer camp counselors hired annually. Provide leadership for planning teams for specialty camping programs including Junior Camp, Senior Camps, Marine Resources Camps, Wilderness Challenge Camps, and others as determined. Provide leadership for securing grants and private donations to expand resources and scholarships and serve as liaison with related professional organizations and camping programs and represent the University of Georgia and Georgia 4-H with partners. Collaborates as a member of the State 4-H faculty for youth events, activities, awards, trainings, planning sessions, conferences, and competitions. Qualifications: Qualifications Masters degree in an appropriate discipline closely related to youth/human development, recreation, or education. Three or more years of experience working in the field of positive youth development/education/camping with an understanding of positive youth development theory and frameworks. Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies Demonstrated expertise in education, youth development, camping, Extension, or related area. Appreciation and understanding of Extension and 4-H programs including camp are preferred. Demonstrated expertise in program development and evaluation. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. Excellent interpersonal and public relations skills are required, with the ability to work with various colleagues and audiences. Work independently and in teams. Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills. Physical Demands Walking long distances or standing for extended periods of time for 4-H events Loading vehicles for 4-H events which includes lifting, carrying, reaching, pushing, and pulling heavy items/boxes up to 40 lbs. Working outdoors in Georgia weather and climate For more information regarding the public service faculty track, please see the Guidelines for Appointment and Promotion for Public Service and Outreach Faculty The Extension 4-H Specialist for Camping will be expected to be located and present at Rock Eagle 4-H Center for the summer months while camp is occurring. Miscellaneous: About the University of Georgia Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,000 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 40,000 students including over 30,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 18 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens. How to Apply: https://www.ugajobsearch.com/postings/387414 Required Documents Resume/CV Cover Letter List of 3 References with Contact Information The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. 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