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University of Missouri (MU) Office of Extension and Engagement
4-H Center for Youth Development
Job Description
MU TITLE: Educational Program Associate I
LOCATION: Greene County - Springfield, MO
The University of Missouri (MU) Office of Extension and Engagement’s distinct land-grant mission is to improve lives, communities, and economies by producing relevant, reliable, and responsive educational strategies throughout Missouri. Our dedicated and knowledgeable faculty and staff collaborate with researchers and community leaders to develop and deliver programs that address the needs of Missourians including: educational attainment; environmental concerns; community, economic, business and workforce development; global food systems; and health systems. For more information about MU Extension and Engagement, please visit https://extension.missouri.edu/
The University of Missouri Extension 4-H Center for Youth Development provides leadership and expertise with developing communities of young people across Missouri who are learning citizenship, leadership, and life skills. 4-H is publicly supported by county, state, and federal partners, as well as private resources to enrich the learning experiences of both youth and adults. For more information about 4-H, visit http://4h.missouri.edu
This position will assist in the planning, management, and support of 4-H Youth Development programs in assigned geographic area, under the guidance and supervision of the 4-H Youth Development Specialist/Educator.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
- Advocate for positive youth development in the community and MU Extension.
- Build and expand external local partnerships to grow the 4-H program in the county, including but not limited to Schools, Community Centers, and other Youth serving organizations.
- Build and expand internal partnerships to grow the 4-H program in the county, including partnerships among other UM Colleges and Missouri Extension programs: Agriculture & Environment, Business and Community, Health and Human Science.
- Assist with coordination and planning, management, marketing, implementing (including teaching) and evaluation (including reporting) of researched based curriculum that has an emphasis on Leadership and Civic Engagement, STEM, Healthy Living, Agriculture and Natural Resources, as well as other career exploration topics. Including curriculums offered face to face activities and online.
- Build capacity amongst volunteers and community partners, fostering developmental relationships to contribute to program growth.
- Engage and empower volunteers and community partners to effectively implement 4-H programs across all delivery modes.
- Develop leadership capacity among youth.
- Assist in the management of financial and in-kind resources.
- Coordinate and/or conduct educational events, contests, camps, and programs utilizing a positive youth development approach.
- Contribute to the statewide effort to impact the lives of all Missourians positively including promotion of state and national events and contests.
- Report accomplishments and impacts to appropriate sources including supervisor, funders, and stakeholders.
- Assist with record keeping and report preparation of 4-H Youth Development Programs.
- Ensure that individuals in the county can participate in extension programs.
- Participate in training and professional development opportunities for continued in knowledge, skills, and abilities as it is related to the 4-H Youth Development program.
- Ability to travel and work flexible hours, including some evenings and weekends, is required to fulfill assigned responsibilities.
- As with all positions, involvement with other duties and responsibilities may be expected in order to support the mission and purpose of MU Extension.
LEADERSHIP RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Administrative supervision is received from the assigned Field Specialist/Educator in 4-H Youth Development. This position is not responsible for supervision.
CORE ATTRIBUTES FOR MU EXTENSION STAFF
- Exhibit a high personal standard of excellence, be an effective team player, and demonstrate civility and respect for all.
- Engage stakeholders and learners; maintain positive interpersonal relationships and exhibit effective written and oral communication skills.
- Operate with minimal guidance and be a self-directed learner who is flexible and adaptable to changing environments.
- Ensure all youth and adults in the county have an ability to participate in extension programs which offer a safe environment.
UNIVERSITY INFORMATION
The University of Missouri, also known as Mizzou and MU, is the Flagship University of the four-campus University of Missouri system. It is the state’s land-grant university and one of the most comprehensive universities in the United States. MU’s broad undergraduate programs and its’ graduate, professional and research programs attract annual enrollment of more than 30,000 students. MU is centrally located in Columbia, MO, which is consistently ranked as one of America’s most livable cities. MU Extension and Engagement programs are located on all four campuses and in 114 counties and St. Louis city.
Shift
Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Ability to travel and to work flexible hours, including some evenings and weekends, is required to fulfill assigned responsibilities.
Minimum Qualifications
An Associate's Degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience and some experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary.
Preferred Qualifications
A minimum of six hours in one or more of the domains of the 4-H Professional, Research, Knowledge and Competency Taxonomy (PRKC) for youth development. Domains are youth and adult development, learning strategies and education, organizational systems and resource management, community partnerships and volunteerism.
Experience in group work that involved direct care and interaction with children, such as YMCA, day care, schools, recreational facilities etc. may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the stated education.
Individual must be self-motivated, be willing to take initiative and have the ability to work with minimum supervision.
ASSOCIATES WILL BE EVALUATED ON
- A yearly Plan of Work based on locally identified needs.
- Ability and willingness to learn and implement hands-on learning that has an emphasis on Leadership and Civic Engagement, STEM, Healthy Living, Agriculture and Natural Resources, as well as other career exploration topics.
- Ability to build internal and external partnerships to grow the 4-H program.
- Ability to effectively use social media and information technology including a variety of Windows based computer software programs.
- Ability to remain organized, accurate, and dependable with a positive attitude and willingness to work as part of a team.
- Demonstration of strong communication skills when identifying and working with partners, youth, volunteers, and community members/organizations to provide a quality program.
- Marketing, promotion, and evaluation of programs offered.
- Use of creativity, problem solving and the ability to think on your feet.
- Ability to understand, synthesize and communicate relevant information to various audiences.
- Ability to recruit, develop and train youth and adults as volunteer leaders to assist with the implementation of the 4-H program.
Anticipated Hiring Range
Salary Range: $15.00 - $17.00 per hour
Grade: GGS-005
University Title: Educational Program Associate I
Internal applicants can determine their university title by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR.
Benefit Eligibility
This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.
Hiring Department
University of Missouri (MU) Office of Extension and Engagement
4-H Center for Youth Development
Job Description
MU TITLE: Educational Program Associate I
LOCATION: Greene County - Springfield, MO
The University of Missouri (MU) Office of Extension and Engagement’s distinct land-grant mission is to improve lives, communities, and economies by producing relevant, reliable, and responsive educational strategies throughout Missouri. Our dedicated and knowledgeable faculty and staff collaborate with researchers and community leaders to develop and deliver programs that address the needs of Missourians including: educational attainment; environmental concerns; community, economic, business and workforce development; global food systems; and health systems. For more information about MU Extension and Engagement, please visit https://extension.missouri.edu/
The University of Missouri Extension 4-H Center for Youth Development provides leadership and expertise with developing communities of young people across Missouri who are learning citizenship, leadership, and life skills. 4-H is publicly supported by county, state, and federal partners, as well as private resources to enrich the learning experiences of both youth and adults. For more information about 4-H, visit http://4h.missouri.edu
This position will assist in the planning, management, and support of 4-H Youth Development programs in assigned geographic area, under the guidance and supervision of the 4-H Youth Development Specialist/Educator.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
- Advocate for positive youth development in the community and MU Extension.
- Build and expand external local partnerships to grow the 4-H program in the county, including but not limited to Schools, Community Centers, and other Youth serving organizations.
- Build and expand internal partnerships to grow the 4-H program in the county, including partnerships among other UM Colleges and Missouri Extension programs: Agriculture & Environment, Business and Community, Health and Human Science.
- Assist with coordination and planning, management, marketing, implementing (including teaching) and evaluation (including reporting) of researched based curriculum that has an emphasis on Leadership and Civic Engagement, STEM, Healthy Living, Agriculture and Natural Resources, as well as other career exploration topics. Including curriculums offered face to face activities and online.
- Build capacity amongst volunteers and community partners, fostering developmental relationships to contribute to program growth.
- Engage and empower volunteers and community partners to effectively implement 4-H programs across all delivery modes.
- Develop leadership capacity among youth.
- Assist in the management of financial and in-kind resources.
- Coordinate and/or conduct educational events, contests, camps, and programs utilizing a positive youth development approach.
- Contribute to the statewide effort to impact the lives of all Missourians positively including promotion of state and national events and contests.
- Report accomplishments and impacts to appropriate sources including supervisor, funders, and stakeholders.
- Assist with record keeping and report preparation of 4-H Youth Development Programs.
- Ensure that individuals in the county can participate in extension programs.
- Participate in training and professional development opportunities for continued in knowledge, skills, and abilities as it is related to the 4-H Youth Development program.
- Ability to travel and work flexible hours, including some evenings and weekends, is required to fulfill assigned responsibilities.
- As with all positions, involvement with other duties and responsibilities may be expected in order to support the mission and purpose of MU Extension.
LEADERSHIP RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Administrative supervision is received from the assigned Field Specialist/Educator in 4-H Youth Development. This position is not responsible for supervision.
CORE ATTRIBUTES FOR MU EXTENSION STAFF
- Exhibit a high personal standard of excellence, be an effective team player, and demonstrate civility and respect for all.
- Engage stakeholders and learners; maintain positive interpersonal relationships and exhibit effective written and oral communication skills.
- Operate with minimal guidance and be a self-directed learner who is flexible and adaptable to changing environments.
- Ensure all youth and adults in the county have an ability to participate in extension programs which offer a safe environment.
UNIVERSITY INFORMATION
The University of Missouri, also known as Mizzou and MU, is the Flagship University of the four-campus University of Missouri system. It is the state’s land-grant university and one of the most comprehensive universities in the United States. MU’s broad undergraduate programs and its’ graduate, professional and research programs attract annual enrollment of more than 30,000 students. MU is centrally located in Columbia, MO, which is consistently ranked as one of America’s most livable cities. MU Extension and Engagement programs are located on all four campuses and in 114 counties and St. Louis city.
Shift
Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Ability to travel and to work flexible hours, including some evenings and weekends, is required to fulfill assigned responsibilities.
Minimum Qualifications
An Associate's Degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience and some experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary.
Preferred Qualifications
A minimum of six hours in one or more of the domains of the 4-H Professional, Research, Knowledge and Competency Taxonomy (PRKC) for youth development. Domains are youth and adult development, learning strategies and education, organizational systems and resource management, community partnerships and volunteerism.
Experience in group work that involved direct care and interaction with children, such as YMCA, day care, schools, recreational facilities etc. may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the stated education.
Individual must be self-motivated, be willing to take initiative and have the ability to work with minimum supervision.
ASSOCIATES WILL BE EVALUATED ON
- A yearly Plan of Work based on locally identified needs.
- Ability and willingness to learn and implement hands-on learning that has an emphasis on Leadership and Civic Engagement, STEM, Healthy Living, Agriculture and Natural Resources, as well as other career exploration topics.
- Ability to build internal and external partnerships to grow the 4-H program.
- Ability to effectively use social media and information technology including a variety of Windows based computer software programs.
- Ability to remain organized, accurate, and dependable with a positive attitude and willingness to work as part of a team.
- Demonstration of strong communication skills when identifying and working with partners, youth, volunteers, and community members/organizations to provide a quality program.
- Marketing, promotion, and evaluation of programs offered.
- Use of creativity, problem solving and the ability to think on your feet.
- Ability to understand, synthesize and communicate relevant information to various audiences.
- Ability to recruit, develop and train youth and adults as volunteer leaders to assist with the implementation of the 4-H program.
Anticipated Hiring Range
Salary Range: $15.00 - $17.00 per hour
Grade: GGS-005
University Title: Educational Program Associate I
Internal applicants can determine their university title by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR.
Benefit Eligibility
This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.
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Match your degree to the role description
PERM requires your employer to document that the position genuinely requires your specific degree field. A Program Associate role tied to public health, international development, or social policy is far easier to certify if your degree aligns directly with those program areas.
Target organizations with active PERM filing history
Nonprofits, universities, and federal contractors sponsor Program Associates far more often than private-sector firms. Use the DOL OFLC Wage Search to identify employers who have filed PERM applications for comparable titles before committing time to an application.
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Clarify EB-2 versus EB-3 eligibility before accepting an offer
If you hold a master's degree or can demonstrate advanced credentials, ask whether the employer will sponsor under EB-2. For most countries outside India and China, EB-3 priority dates are current, but EB-2 still offers long-term flexibility if your career advances.
Confirm your employer's recruitment documentation is complete
PERM requires employers to complete a mandatory recruitment period and document that no qualified U.S. applicant was available for the role. Delays in that paperwork push back your I-140 filing date, which directly affects when your green card process can advance.
Green Card Program Associate: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Program Associate jobs commonly qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Yes, Program Associate roles at nonprofits, research organizations, and government contractors regularly qualify under both categories. EB-3 applies when the position requires a bachelor's degree and at least two years of experience. EB-2 applies when the role requires a master's degree or the equivalent in demonstrated advanced credentials. The employer's job description and your qualifications together determine which category fits.
How does PERM green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for a Program Associate?
H-1B visa is a temporary nonimmigrant status with a six-year limit and an annual lottery cap, while PERM-based EB-2 and EB-3 sponsorship leads to permanent residency with no lottery involved. The PERM process takes longer overall, often 18 to 36 months from labor certification through I-485 approval, but the outcome is a green card rather than a time-limited work authorization that must be renewed.
What makes a Program Associate role harder or easier to certify through PERM?
Roles are easier to certify when the job duties are specialized and the degree requirement is specific to a field such as public health, international affairs, or education policy. Generic program coordination duties that any business graduate could perform face higher audit risk because the DOL scrutinizes whether the requirements are genuinely tied to the position rather than tailored to a foreign worker's existing credentials.
Where can I find Program Associate jobs that sponsor green cards?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for foreign professionals seeking employment-based green card sponsorship. You can search Program Associate openings filtered by employers with verified PERM and I-140 filing history, which removes the guesswork of cold-applying to organizations that may have no sponsorship infrastructure or appetite.
Can I switch employers during the green card process if I find a better Program Associate role?
You can change employers, but the timing matters. If your I-485 has been pending for 180 days or more and your new role is in the same or a similar occupational classification, AC21 portability lets you transfer the underlying I-140 petition to the new employer. If you move earlier in the process, your current employer's PERM application is abandoned and the sponsorship process restarts from the beginning.