Program Director

The Eastern 4-H Center is seeking its next year-round Program Director. We are owned and operated by NC State University through NC Cooperative Extension under the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences.  We are located in Columbia, NC which is about an hour from the Outer Banks.  We are not located on campus.

It’s our mission to provide year-round training and education that promotes lifelong learning through outdoor education and recreation programs for all.

The Program Director is a part of the administrative leadership team. The essential job duties of this position include but are not limited to the supervision and development of seasonal staff, program design and management, program marketing, and center and program support.

We are looking for someone who has leadership and supervisory skills, effective written and verbal communication skills, a commitment to the organization’s values, and the ability to work effectively with others. Must be flexible, highly motivated, have excellent interpersonal skills, customer service orientated and problem-solving abilities. 

This person must reside onsite.  Regular business hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday with on call responsibilities on evenings and weekends when scheduled by Center Director.  Primary hours during summer will be on call from Sunday afternoon through Friday afternoon while camp is in session. 

A bachelor’s degree is required with at least 3 years of relevant experience.

Basic Low and High Challenge Course instructor, Red Cross-Certified Lifeguard, and 4-H Shooting Sport Instructor certifications or willing to become certified.

Training or experience with summer camp, environmental education, outdoor education, and experience in working with youth.