Director 4-H
Apply NowCompany: Washington State University
Location: Pullman, WA 99163
Description:
Online applications must be received before 11:59pm on:
April 30, 2025
If a date is not listed above, review the Applicant Instructions below for more details.
Available Title(s):
181-NN_FACULTY - Extension Associate Professor - Career, 182-NN_FACULTY - Extension Professor - Career, 280-NN_FACULTY - Associate Professor, 290-NN_FACULTY - Professor
Business Title:
Director 4-H
Employee Type:
Faculty
Position Term:
9 Month
Position Details:
Washington State University (WSU) Extension is seeking a motivated and experienced individual to serve as the Director for Washington State's 4-H Youth Development Program. This position is essential in shaping the future of Washington's 4-H program, guiding the strategic development of programs that impact thousands of young people across the state. The Director will provide dynamic and visionary leadership for the implementation and evaluation of high quality, evidence-based, positive youth development educational programs, and is responsible for creating and implementing strategies and programs to support the growth and development of 4-H youth, volunteers, and staff. The Director works with the Extension Program Units and Academic Departments to ensure that the programs connect research and extension efforts to the latest research on positive youth development and collaborates with specialists, advisors, staff and county and Tribal Extension offices in program delivery across the state. The Director is expected to represent 4-H at local, regional, and national levels. The Director provides leadership and oversight to 4-H Advisory Committees, 4-H focus areas, and other funded programs. The Director works with faculty and staff to develop and coordinate revenue generating opportunities in support of 4-H, and develops, interprets, and implements policies related to 4-H. Primary clientele is 4-H staff, faculty, regional and/or County/Tribal directors, and 4-H adult volunteers who, in turn, deliver programs to meet the needs of young people and families in the community. Administrative duties include the supervision of 4-H staff; acquiring funds for the program; preparing and managing budgets; ensuring compliance with policies, procedures, and terms and conditions of program grants and contracts; and reporting outcomes and impacts of the program.
LINE OF RESPONSIBILITY
This position is responsible to the Associate Dean and Director of the WSU Extension.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Leadership & Vision: Lead the Washington State 4-H Program, ensuring alignment with and contribution to Washington State University and the College of Agricultural, Human, and Natural Resource Sciences (CAHNRS) strategic plans and Extension's mission to enhance youth development through evidence-based education. Provide strategic leadership for statewide 4-H programs, fostering a culture of inclusivity and engagement.
Program Development: Oversee the development, implementation, and evaluation of innovative 4-H programs, with a focus on expanding outreach to all youth throughout Washington. Demonstrate a strong commitment to broaden access and ensure that programs are evidence-driven and deliver measurable impacts.
Team Building: Establish, support, and facilitate working groups that build strong alliances and support systems of shared-leadership and shared expertise across the state.
Collaboration & Partnership: Build and sustain strong partnerships with community leaders, partners, volunteers, and Extension and other CAHNRS and WSU faculty. Engage with local, regional, and national 4-H leadership to represent Washington and WSU Extension on broader youth development initiatives.
Staff & Fiscal Management: Provide leadership and mentorship to 4-H professionals, faculty and staff, and volunteers. Assess and mitigate risk. Oversee budget management and secure external funding through grants and partnerships to support and grow Washington's 4-H programs.
Communication: Exhibit exceptional communication skills. Provide effective and timely communication for internal and external audiences. Work with faculty and staff to develop clear and accessible content such as factsheets, impact statements, and peer-reviewed scholarship and curricula. Ensure effective messaging that communicates the value and outcomes and impacts of 4-H programs.
Training & Workshops: Support the recruitment and retention of engaged educators. Work with faculty and staff to conduct training sessions and workshops to ensure personnel and volunteers are equipped with the skills and knowledge necessary to deliver high-quality 4-H programs.
Advocacy & Engagement: Advocate for the importance of positive youth development and serve as a key spokesperson for 4-H programs across the state. Develop and deliver impactful messaging and reports that communicate the value and outcomes and societal impacts of 4-H programs to internal and external audiences.
JOB EXPECTATIONS
Additional Information:
SALARY
Associate Professor:
9 Month Salary: $73,636 - $106,364
Summer Salary: $8,182 - $11,818 per month, 2 months
Total Salary: $90,000 - $130,000
Full Professor:
9 Month Salary: $98,182 - $114,545
Summer Salary: $10,909 - $12,727 per month, 2 months
Total Salary: $120,000-$140,000
The successful candidate will include a 9-month faculty appointment plus two months. The additional salary is included in the annual salary range above.
In accordance with RCW 49.58.110, the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidate's current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position.
Benefits: WSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid sick and vacation leave; paid holidays; medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents; retirement; deferred compensation, optional supplemental retirement accounts. For additional information, please review the detailed Summary of Benefits offered by WSU for AP staff and Total Compensation.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS - BOTH RANKS
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS FOR CANDIDATES FOR ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR / PROFESSOR RANK, TENURE TRACK
Currently serving in the rank of tenured as an Associate Professor, Professor, or equivalent and has a record of accomplishments commensurate with college standards for tenure at the level of associate professor. If consideration for tenure is unsuccessful at the time of hire, candidate will be eligible as career track.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS FOR CANDIDATES FOR ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR / PROFESSOR RANK, CAREER TRACK
Currently serving in a position which would qualify as a Career Track faculty as an Associate Professor, Professor, or equivalent and has a record of accomplishments in commensurate with college standards for associate professor, career track.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS - BOTH RANKS
Full Professor Rank: Candidates should possess a robust record of scholarship and a higher level of national/international recognition compared to Associate Professor applicants.
Considerations regarding rank will be determined based on the interests and qualifications of the candidate, as will division of time between clinical duty, extension, and scholarly activity. More information regarding faculty rank qualifications can be found at, https://provost.wsu.edu/documents/2017/08/tenure-and-promotion-guidelines.pdf/
Area/College: College of Agricultural, Human and Natural Resource Sciences (CAHNRS)
Department Name: Extension 4-H
Location: Pullman, WA
Application Instructions: Applicants must upload the following required documents to their online application. Application materials should clearly communicate how the applicant meets all required qualifications and additional requirements.
1) Cover letter addressing how your experience meets the required and preferred qualifications for the position,
2) Current Curriculum Vitae,
3) The College of Agricultural, Human, and Natural Resource Sciences (CAHNRS) at Washington State University is committed to acceptance of all for who they are (https://cahnrs.wsu.edu/dei/). Provide a statement describing your commitment and contributions to inclusive excellence in your professional positions.
4) Names and contact information for four professional references.
External candidates, upload all documents in the "Application Document" section of your application.
Current WSU Employees (internal candidates), before starting your Workday application, please use these instructions to update your education and experience in your worker profile in Workday. Internal candidates, upload all documents in the "Resume/Cover Letter" section of your application.
Documents may be submitted as one file or separate files. Applicants are encouraged to upload as a PDF, if possible.
Reference contact information will be requested later in the recruitment process through Workday.
Background Check: This position has been designated by the department to require a background check because it requires access to children or vulnerable adults as defined by RCW 74.34, engages in law enforcement, requires security clearance, interacts with WSU students in a counseling or advising capacity, has access to personal identifying and/or financial information, unsupervised access to university buildings/property, or other business-related need. A background check will not be completed until an initial determination of qualification for employment has been made.
Time Type:
Full time
WASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EDUCATOR AND EMPLOYER. Members of ethnic minorities, women, special disabled veterans, veterans of the Vietnam-era, recently separated veterans, and other protected veteran, persons of disability and/or persons age 40 and over are encouraged to apply.
WSU employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.
WSU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resource Services: 509-335-4521 (v), Washington State TDD Relay Service: Voice Callers: 1-800-833-6384; TDD Callers: 1-800-833-6388, 509-335-1259(f), or hrs@wsu.edu.
Notice of Non-Discrimination
WSU prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates compliant with Title IX. Inquiries regarding Title IX and reports of sex discrimination can be directed to the WSU Title IX Coordinator. More information on WSU's policies and procedures to respond to discrimination and harassment are available here: Nondiscrimination statement.
April 30, 2025
If a date is not listed above, review the Applicant Instructions below for more details.
Available Title(s):
181-NN_FACULTY - Extension Associate Professor - Career, 182-NN_FACULTY - Extension Professor - Career, 280-NN_FACULTY - Associate Professor, 290-NN_FACULTY - Professor
Business Title:
Director 4-H
Employee Type:
Faculty
Position Term:
9 Month
Position Details:
Washington State University (WSU) Extension is seeking a motivated and experienced individual to serve as the Director for Washington State's 4-H Youth Development Program. This position is essential in shaping the future of Washington's 4-H program, guiding the strategic development of programs that impact thousands of young people across the state. The Director will provide dynamic and visionary leadership for the implementation and evaluation of high quality, evidence-based, positive youth development educational programs, and is responsible for creating and implementing strategies and programs to support the growth and development of 4-H youth, volunteers, and staff. The Director works with the Extension Program Units and Academic Departments to ensure that the programs connect research and extension efforts to the latest research on positive youth development and collaborates with specialists, advisors, staff and county and Tribal Extension offices in program delivery across the state. The Director is expected to represent 4-H at local, regional, and national levels. The Director provides leadership and oversight to 4-H Advisory Committees, 4-H focus areas, and other funded programs. The Director works with faculty and staff to develop and coordinate revenue generating opportunities in support of 4-H, and develops, interprets, and implements policies related to 4-H. Primary clientele is 4-H staff, faculty, regional and/or County/Tribal directors, and 4-H adult volunteers who, in turn, deliver programs to meet the needs of young people and families in the community. Administrative duties include the supervision of 4-H staff; acquiring funds for the program; preparing and managing budgets; ensuring compliance with policies, procedures, and terms and conditions of program grants and contracts; and reporting outcomes and impacts of the program.
LINE OF RESPONSIBILITY
This position is responsible to the Associate Dean and Director of the WSU Extension.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Leadership & Vision: Lead the Washington State 4-H Program, ensuring alignment with and contribution to Washington State University and the College of Agricultural, Human, and Natural Resource Sciences (CAHNRS) strategic plans and Extension's mission to enhance youth development through evidence-based education. Provide strategic leadership for statewide 4-H programs, fostering a culture of inclusivity and engagement.
Program Development: Oversee the development, implementation, and evaluation of innovative 4-H programs, with a focus on expanding outreach to all youth throughout Washington. Demonstrate a strong commitment to broaden access and ensure that programs are evidence-driven and deliver measurable impacts.
Team Building: Establish, support, and facilitate working groups that build strong alliances and support systems of shared-leadership and shared expertise across the state.
Collaboration & Partnership: Build and sustain strong partnerships with community leaders, partners, volunteers, and Extension and other CAHNRS and WSU faculty. Engage with local, regional, and national 4-H leadership to represent Washington and WSU Extension on broader youth development initiatives.
Staff & Fiscal Management: Provide leadership and mentorship to 4-H professionals, faculty and staff, and volunteers. Assess and mitigate risk. Oversee budget management and secure external funding through grants and partnerships to support and grow Washington's 4-H programs.
Communication: Exhibit exceptional communication skills. Provide effective and timely communication for internal and external audiences. Work with faculty and staff to develop clear and accessible content such as factsheets, impact statements, and peer-reviewed scholarship and curricula. Ensure effective messaging that communicates the value and outcomes and impacts of 4-H programs.
Training & Workshops: Support the recruitment and retention of engaged educators. Work with faculty and staff to conduct training sessions and workshops to ensure personnel and volunteers are equipped with the skills and knowledge necessary to deliver high-quality 4-H programs.
Advocacy & Engagement: Advocate for the importance of positive youth development and serve as a key spokesperson for 4-H programs across the state. Develop and deliver impactful messaging and reports that communicate the value and outcomes and societal impacts of 4-H programs to internal and external audiences.
JOB EXPECTATIONS
- This position will lead multi-disciplinary teams across the state of Washington.
- Extension faculty members are hired into the organization. It is possible that future circumstances may require relocation.
- The candidate will understand and carry out the principles and specific requirements of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Affirmative Action Plan, and all pertinent rules and regulations.
- Employment is contingent upon a successful background check.
Additional Information:
SALARY
Associate Professor:
9 Month Salary: $73,636 - $106,364
Summer Salary: $8,182 - $11,818 per month, 2 months
Total Salary: $90,000 - $130,000
Full Professor:
9 Month Salary: $98,182 - $114,545
Summer Salary: $10,909 - $12,727 per month, 2 months
Total Salary: $120,000-$140,000
The successful candidate will include a 9-month faculty appointment plus two months. The additional salary is included in the annual salary range above.
In accordance with RCW 49.58.110, the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidate's current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position.
Benefits: WSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid sick and vacation leave; paid holidays; medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents; retirement; deferred compensation, optional supplemental retirement accounts. For additional information, please review the detailed Summary of Benefits offered by WSU for AP staff and Total Compensation.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS - BOTH RANKS
- Earned Master's degree in youth development, human development, public administration, agricultural and/or Extension education, education, or an appropriate field of study at the time of application.
- A minimum of five years of leadership experience in Extension or a similar organization, with a proven track record of successful program management and staff supervision.
- Qualifies for the rank of Associate Professor or Professor (scholarship, program development, publication record, grant/contract acquisition, program delivery, program evaluation).
- Reliable transportation for year-round travel is required. Mileage will be reimbursed for work-related travel at the approved state rate if using a private vehicle. While using a private or WSU motor pool vehicle for official business, have current automobile liability insurance (meeting the requirements described in RCW46.30.020 and RCW 46.29.090); and must have, or be able to obtain by time of hire, a valid driver's license and meet requirements in accordance with SPPM 7.10 and departmental driving standards.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS FOR CANDIDATES FOR ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR / PROFESSOR RANK, TENURE TRACK
Currently serving in the rank of tenured as an Associate Professor, Professor, or equivalent and has a record of accomplishments commensurate with college standards for tenure at the level of associate professor. If consideration for tenure is unsuccessful at the time of hire, candidate will be eligible as career track.
- CAHNRS T&P Guidelines: https://provost.wsu.edu/documents/2023/03/cahnrs-promotion-and-tenure-guidelines.pdf
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS FOR CANDIDATES FOR ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR / PROFESSOR RANK, CAREER TRACK
Currently serving in a position which would qualify as a Career Track faculty as an Associate Professor, Professor, or equivalent and has a record of accomplishments in commensurate with college standards for associate professor, career track.
- CAHNRS T&P Guidelines: https://provost.wsu.edu/documents/2023/03/cahnrs-promotion-and-tenure-guidelines.pdf
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS - BOTH RANKS
- Exceptional communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
- Experience in personnel and conflict management, risk management, and strategic decision-making.
- Proven experience in securing and managing external funding, including grants and contracts, and facilitating opportunities for program needs.
- Demonstrated success in developing and maintaining effective multidisciplinary and multi-agency partnerships and collaborations that support the development and management of positive youth development programs.
- Successful leadership of diverse teams with a proactive commitment to fostering inclusivity in program outreach.
- Ability to effectively communicate needs, strengths, and impacts of 4-H to diverse audiences, including elected officials, staff, volunteers, media, and agency administrators/representatives.
- Direct experience with 4-H, especially professional experiences and/or collaborations with 4-H.
- Successful experience leading and supporting volunteers; awareness of and appreciation for volunteers as an integral element of delivering high quality 4-H programming.
- A strong record of scholarship that showcases innovative approaches and measurable program impacts, especially utilizing a team approach. Desire to continue to expand impactful scholarship.
- Ph.D. in youth development, human development, public administration, agricultural and/or Extension education, education, or an appropriate field.
Full Professor Rank: Candidates should possess a robust record of scholarship and a higher level of national/international recognition compared to Associate Professor applicants.
Considerations regarding rank will be determined based on the interests and qualifications of the candidate, as will division of time between clinical duty, extension, and scholarly activity. More information regarding faculty rank qualifications can be found at, https://provost.wsu.edu/documents/2017/08/tenure-and-promotion-guidelines.pdf/
Area/College: College of Agricultural, Human and Natural Resource Sciences (CAHNRS)
Department Name: Extension 4-H
Location: Pullman, WA
Application Instructions: Applicants must upload the following required documents to their online application. Application materials should clearly communicate how the applicant meets all required qualifications and additional requirements.
1) Cover letter addressing how your experience meets the required and preferred qualifications for the position,
2) Current Curriculum Vitae,
3) The College of Agricultural, Human, and Natural Resource Sciences (CAHNRS) at Washington State University is committed to acceptance of all for who they are (https://cahnrs.wsu.edu/dei/). Provide a statement describing your commitment and contributions to inclusive excellence in your professional positions.
4) Names and contact information for four professional references.
External candidates, upload all documents in the "Application Document" section of your application.
Current WSU Employees (internal candidates), before starting your Workday application, please use these instructions to update your education and experience in your worker profile in Workday. Internal candidates, upload all documents in the "Resume/Cover Letter" section of your application.
Documents may be submitted as one file or separate files. Applicants are encouraged to upload as a PDF, if possible.
Reference contact information will be requested later in the recruitment process through Workday.
Background Check: This position has been designated by the department to require a background check because it requires access to children or vulnerable adults as defined by RCW 74.34, engages in law enforcement, requires security clearance, interacts with WSU students in a counseling or advising capacity, has access to personal identifying and/or financial information, unsupervised access to university buildings/property, or other business-related need. A background check will not be completed until an initial determination of qualification for employment has been made.
Time Type:
Full time
WASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EDUCATOR AND EMPLOYER. Members of ethnic minorities, women, special disabled veterans, veterans of the Vietnam-era, recently separated veterans, and other protected veteran, persons of disability and/or persons age 40 and over are encouraged to apply.
WSU employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.
WSU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resource Services: 509-335-4521 (v), Washington State TDD Relay Service: Voice Callers: 1-800-833-6384; TDD Callers: 1-800-833-6388, 509-335-1259(f), or hrs@wsu.edu.
Notice of Non-Discrimination
WSU prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates compliant with Title IX. Inquiries regarding Title IX and reports of sex discrimination can be directed to the WSU Title IX Coordinator. More information on WSU's policies and procedures to respond to discrimination and harassment are available here: Nondiscrimination statement.