Extension Assistant -H Youth Development- Johnson

Posting Details

• Job Title
  :
  Extension Assistant for 4-H Youth Development – Johnson County
• Requisition Number
  : RE52764
• Department
  : 81E06: KCES Region East Area 06
• Work Location
  :
  Paintsville, KY
• Grade Level
  : 00
• Type of Position
  :
  Staff
• Position Time Status
  :
  Full‑Time
• Required License
  :
  Driver’s License
• Shift
  :
  Monday‑Friday (8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.). Occasional nights, weekends or holidays may be required.
• Physical Requirements
  :
  Job‑related travel; visiting clientele at sites throughout the county (including farms); sitting/standing/walking for long periods; handling average‑weight objects up to 50 lbs.
• Salary Range
  : $15.30 – 16.25 per hour
• Final date to receive applications
  : 01/29/2026

As an Extension Assistant for 4‑H Youth Development, you will provide administrative support to the 4‑H Youth Development program area and the 4‑H Youth Development County Agent(s). You will report to an Extension Agent and interact frequently with the general public. The role requires knowledge of the Cooperative Extension Service philosophy, goals, objectives, policies and procedures. General duties include program support, teaching, recruitment & marketing, and record keeping while maintaining professionalism.

• Maintain Quick Books and budgeting files.
• Promote and organize new 4‑H clubs.
• Recruit members and volunteer leaders.
• Provide support and guidance to existing 4‑H clubs.
• Recruit and coordinate volunteers for events and activities such as group projects, 4‑H achievement events, and public presentations.
• Serve all clientele in a professional manner.
• Ensure compliance with state and national background‑check requirements.

• Valid Driver’s License.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Access, Publisher), Office 365, Teams, Skype for Business, Zoom.
• Experience with Quick Books.
• Preferably educated or experienced in youth work and administrative support roles.
• Strong communication, organization and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to travel to various county sites and work flexible hours.

The University follows federal and state non‑discrimination laws and provides equal opportunity for all qualified applicants. The University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus. Exposure to background checks and drug screening may be required.

Full‑time staff positions include health insurance, retirement plans, tuition assistance, and other standard University benefits.