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Job Summary

The Extension Program Coordinator works as a team member with all Extension staff in responding to local requests for information and assisting with program delivery support. This position coordinates ANR programs for Livingston, McLean, and Woodford counties.

 

Duties & Responsibilities

Volunteer Management

  • Recruit and screen volunteers. Orient volunteers to the program, event program offerings, risk management, policies, procedures, and materials.
  • Maintain required records and data.
  • Provide leadership and communication, as primary contact, to volunteers.
  • Maintain contact with volunteers on a regular basis through meetings and correspondence, including email and phone calls.
  • Assist with ANR Programs as needed.
  • Conduct yearly program planning with volunteers, partners, and other staff members.
  • Assist with Volunteer Trainings (Master Gardener and Master Naturalist).
  • Leading Volunteer Meetings.
  • Updates to Volunteer Handbooks.

Data reporting

  • Conducts the evaluation of program activities, develops impact statements, and recommends continuation, modification, or discontinuance of the program.
  • Prepare Program Reports and press releases, and distribute to Publicity and Promotion Specialist. 
  • Works with staff and volunteers to collect, process, and maintain program records and data. 
  • Submit contact reports, activity reports and program reports on a monthly basis.

Misc

  •  Assists with the development and maintenance of financial support (i.e. grant writing and fundraising) for the conduct of the program activity.
  •  Complies with all Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity policies and guidelines in all aspects of Extension work; assists Unit staff with data collection for Affirmative Action, Gender, Race, Ethnicity and Targeted reports.
  •  Performs other related duties as assigned by County Extension Director and ANR Educators.
  •  Participates in staff development and professional development opportunities.


 

Additional Physical Demands

To perform the functions of this position, the employee will be required to perform work both within an office and outside in the communities that are served and must have the capability to travel from one location to the other in a timely fashion. Employee is responsible for securing personal transportation. A valid driver’s license is preferred. Some work will be required during evenings and/or weekends. When working, the employee may be exposed to a variety of environmental factors to include, but not limited to, hot or cold weather, exposure to noise and allergens, and uneven ground. In performing the functions of this position, the employee may be subjected to various mental and physical demands as well to include, but not limited to, independently traveling to and performing work at different locations, ability to move, transfer and/or transport items that may occasionally weigh up to forty (40) pounds and frequently weigh up to twenty (20) pounds, and twisting, pushing and pulling movements. More detailed information regarding the functions of this position (including the physical, mental, and environmental requirements of the position) may be obtained from Human Resources for the College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences (ACES) by contacting hr@aces.illinois.edu.

Minimum Qualifications

High school graduation or GED
Any one or any combination that equals four (4) years/ 48 months of responsible volunteer or professional work experience in coordinating educational and/or community programs or activities
Volunteer/work experience coordinating educational and/or community programs or activities
College coursework in any field of study
60 semester hours equals two (2) years (24 months)
90 semester hours equals three (3) years (36 months)
120 semester hours or more equals four (4) years (48 months)

Specialty Factors

Working knowledge of topics such as forestry, master gardening, pesticides, invasive species, and soils, with the ability to effectively communicate and deliver presentations. Knowledge of developing and implementing outreach strategies that effectively engage diverse communities.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Skills in communicating and collaborating with diverse audiences (ethnicity, socioeconomic, ages).
  • Ability to work effectively with others individually and in groups.
  • Ability to operate computer systems.
  • Attention to detail and prioritize tasks. Ability to multi-task.

 

Appointment Information

This is a 100% full-time Civil Service 0929 - Extension Program Coordinator position, appointed on a 12-month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible. Salary is $43,000.

For more information on Civil Service classifications, please visit the SUCSS web site at https://www.sucss.illinois.gov/pages/classspec/default.aspx.

Application Procedures & Deadline Information

Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (Central Time) on November 21, 2025. Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. In order to be considered as a transfer candidate, you must apply for this position. Applications not submitted through https://jobs.illinois.edu will not be considered. If required by the position, transcripts or other documentation of credentials are to be provided no later than the first day of employment. For further information about this specific position, please contact kbuckley@illinois.edu. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.

 

The University of Illinois offers a very competitive benefits portfolio, depending on the position. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits.

The University of Illinois conducts criminal background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer. The University of Illinois must also comply with applicable federal export control laws and regulations and, as such, reserves the right to employ restricted party screening procedures for applicants.

Out-of-state candidates must establish Illinois residency within 180 calendar days of the start date for this position. Illinois residency requires proof of a valid Illinois Driver’s License or state of Illinois ID Card. Failure to produce the required documentation within 180 calendar days will result in immediate termination of employment.

Sponsorship for work authorization is not available for this position.