Extension Program Assistant, -H, Henderson

Posting Details

Posting Number PG190723CE

Position Number W-

Position Type NC Cooperative Extension (EPS)

Department NC Cooperative Extension
- Henderson County

Job City & State Hendersonville, NC

Working Title Extension Program Assistant, 4-H, Henderson County

Appointment 12 Month Recurring

Job Type Full-Time - Permanent

FTE .9375

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The program assistant in this position will provide education and leadership for the Extension 4-H program in Henderson County.

• Full-time, 37.5-hour per week position, 100% funded by state and county funding and contingent upon available funding.
• Support the 4-H Agent in creating a well-rounded 4-H program in Henderson County.
• Facilitate and create 4-H Special Interest Programs and volunteer recruitment (e.g., Sewing, Agricultural Day Camp, Mini Gardening, FRESH program at the Carl Sandburg Historic Site, livestock judging, cooking with STEM).
• Assist with 4-H Club administration/activities, school enrichment programs, county, district, and state events when needed.
• Recruit and train volunteers to manage programs productively and identify resources to assist in conducting programs.
• Work with advisory committees to identify needs for the program and the community.
• Available for evening, night, and weekend activities; maintain accurate record of hours worked daily and document accomplishments in the Extension Reporting System.
• Assist in marketing 4-H in the county through newsletters, newspaper articles, Facebook, websites, and other media.
• Perform other related duties as required or assigned.

The Extension Program Assistant receives direct supervision from the County Extension Director, with input from the 4-H agent.

Travel within county is required; district and state travel required occasionally.

Supervisory:
None.

Minimum Experience/Education
:
High‑school diploma or equivalent. Advanced training in related fields is preferred.

Department Required Skills
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Ability to plan, organize, and work with adult volunteer leaders; ability to relate to and understand youth; interest in and understanding of the needs, problems, and attitudes of youth and adults.

Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education
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Experience working with persons of broad backgrounds and/or with the development, training, and recruitment of volunteers; ability to work creatively with persons of various backgrounds; strong communication skills in oral and written form; ability to develop effective working relationships with youth, adults, the general community, and staff.

Physical Demands
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Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally and up to 30 pounds frequently; job requires sustained periods of standing and sitting and occasional periods of kneeling, stooping, and reaching; exposure to extreme heat, humidity, and sun; normal hearing and visual acuity with or without correction.

Required License or Certification
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Valid Driver’s License and reliable transportation are required and must be maintained; a…