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At the University of Wyoming, we value our employees and invest in their success. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to support your health, financial security, and work-life balance. Benefits include:

• Generous Retirement Contributions: The State contributes 15.19% of your gross salary, and you contribute 3.93%, totaling 19.12% toward your retirement plan.
• Exceptional Health & Prescription Coverage: Enjoy access to medical, dental, and vision insurance with competitive employer contributions, that include 4 deductible options to suit your needs
• Paid Time Off: Benefit from ample vacation, sick leave, paid holidays, and paid winter closure.
• Tuition Waiver: Employees and eligible dependents can take advantage of tuition waivers, supporting continuous education and professional growth.
• Wellness and Employee Assistance Programs: Stay healthy with wellness initiatives, counseling services, and mental health resources.

At the University of Wyoming, we are committed to creating a supportive and enriching workplace. To learn more about what we offer, please refer to UW’s Benefits Summary

JOB TITLE: 

4-H Youth Development Program Leader 

JOB PURPOSE:  

The Program Leader provides strategic leadership for the University of Wyoming Extension 4-H Youth Development Program.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide strong management and leadership for the development, delivery, and evaluation of UW Extension 4-H program, ensuring that program is grounded in current research, and aligned with USDA and University of Wyoming priorities.
• Provide leadership, management, guidance, coordination, and communication with the state-wide extension and volunteer network with purpose to ensure positive 4-H youth development program delivery.
• Report to Associate Director with 4-H and Youth Development oversight and performance evaluation responsibilities for 4-H and Youth Development Educators and associated County relationships. Support new Educators through onboarding, defining expectations, and training.
• Works closely with UW Extension’s administrative leadership in Agriculture and Natural Resources, Community Vitality and Health, and Cent$ible Nutrition Program to build strategic partnerships and develop programs designed to improve the quality of life of Wyoming youth and families.
• Partner with the Director of Extension, UW Extension Administrative Team, as well as state and county-based 4-H personnel, to gain an understanding of local programs, needs, and resources.
• Develop and maintain working relationships with stakeholders and organizations at the state and national levels to advance UW Extension’s youth development priorities; and lead UW Extension 4-H efforts in the wider context of 4-H programming at the national level, including collaboration and communication with other 4-H professionals throughout the land-grant university system.
• Manage day-to-day operations and provide supervision and visionary leadership for the State 4-H Support Office (Volunteer Specialist, Livestock Specialist, Events Coordinator, Shooting Sports Coordinator, Foundation Director, PYD Specialist, and Office Associate).
• In coordination with UW Extension Leadership, manage the department budget and assist in initiating, encouraging, and coordinating activities to secure additional funds through grants, contracts, and fees to support and expand programs in youth development and support financial management best practices and compliance.
• Maintain and build upon a working relationship with UW Extension Leadership to provide guidance to the 4-H Foundation to ensure fundraising efforts are appropriately aligned with programmatic needs.
• Create an environment that fosters diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Ability to work in a multi-cultural setting.
• Coordinates and communicates the 4-H youth development accountability reporting to USDA.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master's degree and 5 years of related experience to the mission of Cooperative Extension and positive youth development.
• Experience working with local county/district 4-H management, including volunteers and local leadership.
• Comprehensive knowledge of 4-H projects and delivery of 4-H educational values and content.
• Demonstrated experience in program, budgetary, and personnel management.
• Valid driver's license with a motor vehicle record (MVR) compliant with the Driving for University Business SAP

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:  

• Evidence and experience in leadership and development, delivery, and evaluation of youth development programs and ability to facilitate effective teamwork and collaboration. An academic record of scholarly accomplishment.
• A vision of future extension needs and the ability to communicate with information users on these matters, including demonstrated knowledge on innovative use of emerging digital technologies as educational tools.
• Commitment to expanding and fostering access & engagement in program reach for positive 4-H youth development.
• Outstanding performance record in previous employment and demonstrated commitment to Extension philosophy and mission.
• Demonstrated decision making and judgement skills to make timely, informed decisions considering facts, goals, constraints, risks, and confidentiality factors. Excellent problem solving skills.
• Earned doctorate is preferred. 

REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS: 

• Completed online UW application.
• A detailed letter of intent that specifically addresses your qualifications relative to the minimum and desired qualifications for this position.
• Current resume or curriculum vitae.
• Copies of all college transcripts; official transcripts required at time of hiring.
• Contact information for four (4) professional references who can address your professional qualifications.

This position will remain open until filled. Complete applications received by 8/3/2026 will receive full consideration.

Contact for application inquiries:

Ann Roberson, Business Manager

University of Wyoming Extension

1000 E. University Ave., Dept. 3354

Laramie, WY 82071

Phone: (307) 766-3566

E-mail: mrober38@uwyo.edu

For specific position information, contact:

Dr. Matthew Helie, Associate Director

University of Wyoming Extension

Phone: (307)766-5412

Email: mhelie@uwyo.edu

WORK LOCATION:

On-campus: This position provides vital support to campus customers, and the successful candidate must be available to work and perform essential job functions on campus, understanding our location is at 7,220 feet above sea level.

WORK AUTHORIZATION REQUIREMENTS

The successful candidate must be eligible to work in the United States, as sponsorship for any work authorization or work visas is not available for this position.

HIRING STATEMENT/EEO:  

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please contact us at 307-766-2377 or email  jobapps@uwyo.edu 

ABOUT LARAMIE:

The University of Wyoming is located in Laramie, a charming town of 30,000 residents nestled in the heart of the Rocky Mountain West. The state of Wyoming continues to invest in its only 4-year university, helping to make it a leader in academics, research, and outreach with state-of-the-art facilities and strong community ties. We invite you to learn more about Laramie by visiting the About Laramie website

Located in a high mountain valley near the Colorado border, Laramie offers both outstanding recreational opportunities and close proximity to Colorado’s Front Range and the metropolitan Denver area. Laramie’s beautiful mountain landscape offers outdoor enjoyment in all seasons, with over 300 days of sunshine annually. For more information about the region, please visit http://visitlaramie.org/