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4-H SHOOTING SPORTS

COORDINATOR

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VOLUNTEER POSITION DESCRIPTION

Kentucky 4-H/Youth Development Program

The University of Kentucky Cooperative Extension Service

The University of Kentucky College of Agriculture

POSITION TITLE:

4-H Shooting Sports Coordinator

TIME REQUIRED:

One hour per week would be required to organize and disseminate information; one to two yearcommitment, with option to continue if needed.

LOCATION:

Various club practice shoots and competitions. Some travel in the county and around the state isnecessary. Most work, however, can be done from home.

GENERAL PURPOSE:

+ Individual will serve as liaison between 4-H/Youth Development Agents and other shootingsports coaches

+ Support and provide guidance and information to shooting sports program in county

+ Serve as contact for information from state and area; receive and distribute informationaccordingly

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

+ Coordinate county shooting sports program

+ Distribute all necessary information to coaches

+ Inform county Agents of needs and/or problems and provide input for solutions

+ Carry out the goals of 4-H/Youth Development and the University of Kentucky CooperativeExtension Service

QUALIFICATIONS:

+ Must complete the Kentucky 4-H Volunteer Application process and be approved by theYouth Protection/Risk Management Committee

+ Must receive all necessary training and certification from the shooting sports program

+ The ability to organize information and materials and delegate responsibility

+ Sincere interest in working with Cooperative Extension Service staff and fellow volunteersin an educational setting

+ Interest in providing the best possible shooting sports program

BENEFITS:

+ Learn organizational and time management skills

+ Develop communication and leadership skills

+ Making a difference in the lives of youth

+ Making a shooting sports program in the county possible for those who truly want it

SALARY:

Unsalaried; volunteer. This position does not imply employment with the University of Kentucky

MENTOR/SUPERVISING PROFESSIONAL:

4-H/Youth Develop Extension Agent

NAME:

ADDRESS:

CITY, STATE, ZIP:

PHONE:

FAX:

E-MAIL:

“I have read, understand and agree to fulfill the purpose and responsibilities of this volunteer position and further agree to accept guidance and direction from the supervisor. I am committing to involve individuals regardless of race, color, age, sex, religion, disability or national origin in educational experiences in cooperation with other Extension volunteers and Extension personnel. I also understand that failure to fulfill the purpose and responsibilities of the volunteer position and to accept guidance and direction from the supervisor could result in suspension of my position. I also understand that this volunteer position is renewable annually; I will notify the supervising professional if I am no longer interested in serving.”

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