Position Title: 4-H SPIN Club Coordinator Category: AmeriCorps Service Member

Host Site: Cheboygan County MSU Extension Site Supervisor: Jessica Woiderski: 4-H Program Coordinator

Stipend: $18,700 distributed bi-weekly Education Award: $7,395.00

Position Type: Full-time, 1,700 hours = 36-40 hours/week Dates of Service: October 1, 2024 - September 12, 2025

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITY The 4-H SPIN Club Coordinator will be responsible for delivering SPIN club programming to area schools and/or community partners. Tasks will include: ? Plan and organize 4-H SPIN (special interest) clubs with volunteers that focus on mental, emotional, and physical health topics and utilize the 4-H SPIN Club guide, planning worksheet, and program approved curricula. ? Recruit and engage youth new to 4-H in 4-H SPIN club programming ? Recruit and/or support volunteers who will provide guest programming or general support to your 4-H SPIN Clubs and associated activities ? Plan and host family engagement events to engage youth and their families in events associated with mental, emotional and physical well being. ? Collect data and submit monthly reports to the Site Supervisor and to the 4-H HealthCorps Program Director ? Attend 4-H HealthCorps monthly member trainings. In addition, participate in AmeriCorps, 4-H, and/or MSU Extension events, training, and professional development as required or related to the position that will not exceed 20% of total hours.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS ? At least 18 years of age ? U.S. citizen, U.S. national or lawful permanent resident of the U.S. ? Possess a high school diploma or GED equivalent. ? Pass the following checks: National Sex Offender Public Website, HireRight, FBI Fingerprinting, and any additional checks based upon State of Residence

PREFERRED SKILLS ? Experience working with diverse (multiple ages, ethnicities, religions, etc.) populations ? Excellent verbal and written communication skills ? Passion for for mental, emotional and physical well being ? Knowledge of youth development, volunteer recruitment and management ? Outgoing, confident and able to work in a fast-paced hybrid (virtual and in-person) environment

WORK ENVIRONMENT This position is housed at Cheboygan County MSU Extension; 825 S. Huron St, #5, Cheboygan, MI. Service will include virtual elements but programming will primarily be in-person. Members will receive office space at the office and a computer. The program will provide training and support on navigating needed technology however, it is important that members are comfortable with technology and/or willing to learn. Members will be working with the community, as such they should expect to occasionally service nights and weekends.

COMPENSATION Members will receive a living allowance of $18,700 (pre-tax) to be distributed bi-weekly October 1, 2024 - September 12, 2025 as well as student loan forbearance for qualified loans. Members must be available for travel/overnight stay, October 1 - 4, 2024 for Member Orientation. Members will serve 36-40 hours/week during this time. Upon successful completion of service, an education award in the amount of $7,395.00 will be issued. 

MSU is an affirmative-action, equal-opportunity employer, committed to achieving excellence through a diverse workforce and inclusive culture that encourages all people to reach their full potential. Michigan State University Extension programs and materials are open to all without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, religion, age, height, weight, disability, political beliefs, sexual orientation, marital status, family status or veteran status. Persons with disabilities have the right to request and receive reasonable accommodations.