Pierce County -H Program Assistant

Job Information

Posting Number: S14523P

Working Title: Pierce County 4-H Program Assistant

Department: CAES-Southeast District CES

Posting Type: External

Retirement Plan: TRS

Employment Type: Employee

Benefits Eligibility: Benefits Eligible

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Schedule: Mon-Fri, 8am-5pm, Occasional Evening and Weekend work required.

Salary: Commensurate with Experience

Posting Date: 12/19/2025

Proposed Starting Date: 02/01/2026

Location of Vacancy: SE District

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb).

The County Extension 4‑H Program Assistant is a para‑professional who works with County Extension Agents to deliver the 4‑H program in their assigned geographic area and performs duties necessary to assist the county extension agents in the day‑to‑day conduct of programs. This employee works cooperatively with all Extension faculty and staff where applicable and is administratively responsible to the County Extension Coordinator and the District Extension Director and programmatically responsible to an assigned County Extension 4‑H Agent.

M – F, 8am – 5pm. Occasional evening and weekend hours.

• Show high standards of professionalism in personal contacts, appearance, and work habits. Exhibit qualities of independent judgment.
• Possess or develop adequate computer skills to enhance communication to the public and 4‑H data management.
• Maintain consistent and effective work habits to make efficient use of time and resources.
• Enthusiasm and desire to work and relate effectively to young people and adults.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with county, district, state staff, local government employees, and clientele.
• Proficiency in current Word processing and data management and accounting software programs (e.g. Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel).

• Some degree of physical activity, including lifting, to conduct programs (e.g., handling animals, supplies and demonstration materials, audio/visual equipment, etc.).
• Some standing and/or sitting for various lengths of time.
• Working in various seasonal weather conditions for outside activities.
• Driving to perform job related tasks.

• Conduct in-school club meetings and deliver prepared curriculums that meet state guidelines.
• Recruit students to become involved in 4‑H educational programs.
• Recruit and assist interested volunteers in the successful completion of the volunteer screening procedures.
• Assist 4‑H’ers in preparation for 4‑H competitive events including project achievement, judging teams, etc.
• Transport or arrange for transportation of 4‑H’ers to various district and state level events and if assigned, provide leadership for youth while attending these events.
• Use local mass media to publicize 4‑H events and accomplishments.
• Use county website and internet media to increase 4‑H program outreach.

• Attend and participate in training sessions/activities overnight and on weekends as directed by the 4‑H Agent, District Extension Director, or County Extension Coordinator.
• Participate in staff conferences for planning and evaluation of joint activities and share ideas among all co-workers, leaders, district staff, and specialists.
• Conduct all duties in accordance with The University of Georgia Cooperative Extension Equal Opportunity plan that ensures all educational programs, assistance, and materials to all people without regard to race, ethnicity, national origin, color, gender, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability or veteran status.
• Performs related work as necessary.

• Submit accurate, complete reports on time in Georgia Counts, 4‑H Enrollment, and to District and State 4‑H Office as required and provide supplemental documentation useful in evaluating and improving educational programs as needed.
• Work with county staff to ensure allocated funds so that equipment, supply, travel expenses, and other program supports are within limits and seek additional resources for programs.

For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please reference the Recruitment Contact below.

Recruitment Contact Name: Billie Ann King

Recruitment Contact Email: bbirchal