Project Consultant

The 4-H Military Partnership Outreach and Support Project (4-HMPOS), within the College of Health and Human Sciences, is seeking a Project Consultant to join their team. This position will be responsible for managing activities related to one or more military service branches involved in the 4-H Military Partnership Project. This includes organizing, planning, leading, and facilitating project tasks; refining project plans and timelines; managing finances within budgets, contracts, or grants; and handling external relations and publicity. This position reports to the Project Director.

Specific duties include, but are not limited to:

• Collaborate with Land Grant University (LGU) sub-awardees and military partners to determine topics, priorities, and delivery structure of professional development and technical assistance (PDTA) for 4-H programs aimed at military-connected youth and professionals
• Deliver PDTA to both LGU and military professionals
• Utilize expertise of and collaborate closely with participating LGUs, military partners, and representatives of intended audiences to analyze data, identify needs, and support development of educational programs
• Develop and deliver educational information for state 4-H Military Liaisons, military child and youth program professionals, and other interested parties to support the project's mission
• Support LGU staff in understanding learning strategies related to military systems and culture
• Collect, analyze, and report on the impact of efforts as a consultant to LGU and military child and youth program professionals
• Assist in reviewing all Request for Award (RFA) applications for funding received through NIFA/USDA and sub-awarded to other Land Grant Universities (LGUs)
• Serve on project committees and as a representative for the project at meetings and conferences, as assigned

The College of Health and Human Sciences inspires and prepares passionate and caring individuals for a meaningful life and career that promotes human well-being in the areas of consumer sciences, health sciences, and human sciences. Home to 16 undergraduate and 22 graduate programs, we provide students with the education and skills needed to make an impact in the lives of individuals, families, and communities.

This position is Hybrid eligible.

All employees must reside in the United States when they begin working to comply with state law. K-State is unable to provide remote or hybrid work opportunities for residents of the state of Idaho.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree
  
  
  
  • An educational equivalency of four years of relevant experience may be used in place of a bachelor's degree
  
  
  
  
• Three years of relevant experience
• Must hold a valid passport and have the ability to travel in and out of the United States
• Must hold a valid driver's license, be able to operate a rental car, and not have a criminal record that would bar entry into a US military installation

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in a related field such as youth development, education, social work, family studies, or human services
• 5 years of experience in delivering professional development and technical assistance
• Demonstrated knowledge of 4-H programming and positive youth development principles
• Experience with best practices in adult education
• Understanding of Military Child and Youth Programs
• Ability to apply critical thinking to analyze, interpret, and develop work plans based on data and feedback
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Ability to prioritize workload with minimal supervision
• High level of attention to detail
• Proficient in MS Office Suite (including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Publisher, and MS Teams), internet search engines, email, electronic calendars, and project management and marketing software
• Demonstrated strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
• Reliable and adaptable team player dedicated to achieving both personal and organizational objectives
• Prompt and professional response to all requests
• Ability to exercise discretion when handling confidential information and materials

Additional Role Information:

• Occasional in-state and out-of-state travel is required up to 10 times per year to attend/present at trainings and conferences. Additional travel within or outside the state may be required depending on the approved scope of work for the funding year(s).

Sponsorship eligibility:

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship.

Please submit the following documents:

1. Cover letter
2. Resume
3. Three professional references

Inquiries about the position should be directed to the search committee chair, Meredith Butler, at meredithb@ksu.edu with the subject line: Project Consultant Search.

Applications close on: December 9, 2025

$53,581 - $85,686 annual