4-H Program Assistant

University of Arkansas System•DeWitt, AR

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Cooperative Extension Service Program Assistant works for an assigned county Extension program under the supervision of a county agent in 4-H and youth development areas. The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture is a statewide campus with faculty based on University campuses, at Research and Extension Centers and in every Arkansas county. It consists of the Arkansas Agricultural Experiment Station (AES) and the Arkansas Cooperative Extension Service (CES), and is home to more than 1400 employees. The Division was established in 1959 and is headed by the Vice-President for Agriculture. The Division headquarters is located in Little Rock with the rest of the University of Arkansas System Administration. As an employer, the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent required.
Must have reliable transportation for use on the job with liability insurance in effect.
Must successfully complete the standard background check which includes the Arkansas Child Abuse and Neglect Central Registry Check.
Ability to conduct programs and work with all clientele regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, disability, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status.
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Ability to keep accurate records and submit timely reports of activities.
Ability to respond positively to supervisor direction.
Ability to work without close daily supervision.

Responsibilities

Organizes and prioritizes tasks effectively.
Deals appropriately with interruptions.
Uses good judgment and decision-making skills.
Follows attendance and leave policies.
Practices emotional control.
Exhibits professional behavior and appearance.
Ability to work without close supervision.
Maintains 4-H Clubs. Periodically attends 4-H Club meetings.
Maintains working relationship with all 4-H leaders, members, and parents.
Recruits adult volunteer leaders youth, and volunteers to form 4-H clubs and grow the community 4-H enrollment/program.
Follows up promptly with questions and requests for information.
Maintains accurate 4-H records and submits reports by deadlines.
Displays acknowledge of 4-H policies and procedures.
Stays informed of all county, district, and state 4-H events, competitions, camps, activities, etc. Informs 4-H leaders, members and parents of all county, district, and state 4-H events, competitions, camps, activities, etc. Assists 4-Her in preparation for events and competitions.
Plans, organizes, sets-up, conducts, and cleans-up after all 4-H events, competitions, and activities in the county.
Conducts regular 4-H leader training meetings.
Shows sensitivity to individual needs based on culture, race, gender and age.
Coordinated with agents to conducting educational programs in schools and the community.
Evaluates the county 4-H program for impact.
Communicates the benefits and goals of the 4-H program to clientele.
Makes sure youth, parents and adult leaders are aware of events, activates, meetings and any registration deadlines.
Uses social media, virtual tools and newsletters to communicate.
Uses local newspaper, social media and other tools to promote 4-H.
Listens to feedback and acts to improve.
Shares information, expertise and resources with others.
Is part of the county Extension Service team to insure and success of the whole Extension program.