Fair Events Coordinator

Purpose

Plan, conduct and evaluate an event during the County Fair.

Length of Appointment

Sept. 1 - Aug. 31; renewable upon agreement of volunteer and 4-H Agent

Responsibilities

  • Take leadership to plan, conduct and evaluate the fair event.
  • Promote this event in the county.
  • Recruit event participants.
  • Utilize teen volunteers to assist with the event.
  • Evaluate the event and make recommendations for the following year.
  • Organize and/or teach educational activities in the project relating to the event.
  • Attend leader training meetings and workshops, a minimum of one per year.
  • Be sensitive to risks and use risk management strategies in conducting this event.
  • Maintain sensitivity to the individual differences of 4-H members such as differences in interests, abilities, personal needs, cultural heritage, and family support.
  • Submit required reports in a timely manner. Follow 4-H policies and procedures.

Qualifications

  • Ability to communicate with youth.
  • Ability to supervise a group of young people.
  • Belief in the educational value of the event.
  • Ability to plan, conduct, teach and evaluate the event using resources of the Cooperative Extension Service and the University of Florida.
  • Belief in the importance of youth development and the need to provide young people with out of school learning opportunities. A belief in the 4-H Program.

Resources & Support Available

  • Orientation, training and support from County 4-H Staff. Assistance from other volunteers.
  • Supplies and equipment.
  • Opportunity to attend the State 4-H Leader Forum.

Time Required

10 - 15 hours preparation time; 1 day for the event

Success Criteria

4-H members will participate in the event. The event will be successfully conducted.

Supervisor

County 4-H Extension Agent

Benefits

  • Expenses incurred and miles driven are tax deductible.
  • Liability and workman’s compensation insurance provided by the University of Florida.
  • Recognition from others in your community.
  • Helping in the positive development of the youth of the county.