Extension Associate (4-H Shooting Sports and Livestock)

About the role

The LSU AgCenter is seeking a motivated Extension Associate to lead the 4‑H Shooting Sports and Livestock program across Louisiana. This role provides statewide leadership, coordination, and support for youth educational activities in livestock, shooting sports, ATV safety, and related workforce development.

Key responsibilities

• Provide statewide leadership and coordination for 4‑H youth programs focused on livestock, shooting sports, and ATV safety.
• Collaborate with the State Shooting Sports Coordinator, State 4‑H Animal Science Specialist, parish extension agents, certified volunteers, industry partners, commodity organizations, and university faculty.
• Develop and expand program opportunities that promote youth leadership, responsibility, life‑skills, sportsmanship, animal welfare, and safe participation.
• Ensure high‑quality educational experiences that align with LSU AgCenter and 4‑H objectives.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in animal science, agricultural education, wildlife management, natural resources, youth development, agricultural leadership, extension education, or a closely related field.
• Experience working with youth in educational, agricultural, outdoor, or volunteer‑based programs.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to work effectively with youth, volunteers, extension personnel, and external stakeholders.
• Willingness to travel extensively throughout Louisiana and occasionally out of state.
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as program needs dictate.

Required skills