University of MissouriColumbia
Southwest City, MO
Hiring Department MU Extension & Engagement 4-H Youth Development Program Job
Description MU TITLE: Assistant/Associate/Full Extension Professional LOCATION:
Ava, Missouri, primarily serves Douglas County along with Ozark, Taney, and Christian counties in the Southwest Region, with
additional service across the state as needed. Specialist Emphasis University of Missouri Extension 4-H youth
development programs help children and teens become caring, capable, competent, and contributing through a series of progressive experiences
over time with caring adults during non-school hours. 4-H youth development programs focus on the broader developmental needs of youth
rather than preventing single issues or problems. 4-H youth development programs use a human ecological approach, recognizing that young
people are part of systems, including family, school, community, and society. Program specialization: The Field Specialist in 4-H
Youth Development is...

