Extension Assistant for 4-H Youth Development - Carroll County in Lexington, Kentucky at University of Kentucky

University of Kentucky

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.

Posting Details

Posting Details

Job TitleExtension Assistant for 4-H Youth Development - Carroll CountyRequisition NumberDU12347Department Name81023:COOPERATIVE EXTENSIONWork LocationCarrollton, KYSalary Range$15.30Type of PositionTemporaryPosition Time Status Part-TimeRequired EducationHigh school / GED.

Required Related ExperienceNo experience required.

Required License/Registration/CertificationDriver’s license.

Physical RequirementsJob-related travel; visiting clientele at sites throughout the county (including farms); sitting/standing/walking for long periods; handling of average-weight objects up to 50 lbs.

ShiftMonday-Friday (8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.); approximately 15 hours per week; occasional nights, weekends or holidays may be required

Job SummaryExtension Assistant for 4-H Youth Development – Carroll County (Temporary/Part-Time)

Location: Carrollton, KY

As an Extension Assistant for 4-H Youth Development, you will be responsible for providing 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 there will be a high level of interaction with the general public. The Extension Assistant will be expected to be knowledgeable of the philosophy, goals and objectives, policies and procedures of the Cooperative Extension Service. General duties include program support, teaching, recruitment & marketing, and record keeping while conducting yourself in a professional manner. Under the supervision of the 4-H Youth Development Extension Agent(s), the Extension Assistant will assist in: Quickbooks; maintaining budget files; promoting and organizing new 4-H clubs; recruiting members and volunteer leaders; providing support and guidance to existing 4-H clubs; recruiting and working with volunteers in conducting events and activities such as group projects, 4-H achievement events, and public presentation programs; serving all clientele, ensuring that all youth and adults have an equal opportunity to participate in extension programs regardless of economic or social status and will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnic origin, national origin, creed, religion, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information, age, veteran status, or physical or mental disability.

State law requires a national and state criminal check and a letter from the Cabinet for Health and Family Services stating the employee is clear to hire based on no findings of substantiated child abuse or neglect found through a check of child abuse and neglect records as a condition of employment or involvement in this program.

Salary Range: $15.30

Skills / Knowledge / AbilitiesMicrosoft Office products including Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Access, Publisher, Office 365, Teams, Skype for Business; Zoom; Quickbooks.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/ExperienceEducation or previous experience in working with youth and previous experience working in an administrative support role.

Deadline to Apply08/08/2024University Community of InclusionThe University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all - identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national check and/or drug screen.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Do you or a family member serve as a member on any county Extension District Board in Kentucky? If yes, please state the family member’s name and the county for which either you or this individual serves as a member of the Extension District Board.
2. (Open Ended Question)
3. * Where did you first see this position advertised other than on UK’s online employment system?

• InsideHigherEd.com
• HigherEdJobs.com
• Diverseeducation.com (Diverse issues in Higher Education)
• HERCjobs.org (Higher Education Recruitment Consortium)
• InsightIntoDiversity.com
• Latinosinhighered.com
• Indeed.com
• Journal of Extension
• Handshake
• Social Media - Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, etc.
• Received an email about the posting
• Career Fair
• MANRRS or Junior MANRRS
• Local newspaper advertisement
• LinkedIn
• An employee, colleague, friend and/or family member

Applicant Documents

Required DocumentsOptional Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter