Temporary 4-H Service Assistant

Bannock County•Pocatello, ID

7d•Hybrid

About The Position

Assists in event planning, marketing and general operation of county 4-H program; performs related work as required. This is a program support position with the principal function to provide support to the University of Idaho Extension staff in areas such as event planning, assisting in the development of 4-H camp and other programs, assisting the public, marketing, assisting in presentations, and training. Serves as a member of the Extension team by working collaboratively on programs as needed. Planning youth activities, and working within department specific processes and procedures. The work is performed under the supervision of a County Extension Educator, although some latitude is granted for independent judgment using standard practices to resolve customer issues or correct procedures. The principal duties of this class are performed in a general office environment and at special events. Flexibility to work evenings and weekends is required.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalency is required
Two (2) years 4-H experience is required
Ability to pass background check is required
Idaho driver's license is required
Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to discern verbal instructions and communicate effectively on the telephone and in person
Sufficient visual acuity, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to comprehend written work instructions and review and prepare documents and file them in a prescribed order, supervise youth activities and organize documents and materials
Sufficient manual dexterity, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to operate a personal computer and other office equipment and operate a motor vehicle
Sufficient personal mobility, agility and physical reflexes, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to lift up to 50 pounds, stand for an extended period of time and participate in strenuous activity with youth, and work in an office environment and outdoor environment

Nice To Haves

Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform the work

Responsibilities

Assists in planning 4-H activities such as skills camps, County fair, style review, and related assigned activities
Assists in marketing 4-H programs to the community using flyers, building displays, brochures, school presentations, and related methods
Assembles and processes informational packets, mailings, etc.
Assists in coordinating with local business for support of 4-H activities
Assists with 4-H camp in Wyoming to include interviewing counselors, registering campers, working with other counties, and related assigned duties
Attends 4-H activities, planning and training meetings
Assists with placement of youth in 4-H clubs
Assists with Operation Military Kids Program
Answers incoming phone calls, greets incoming clients, assisting and providing referrals to other departments or staff as needed
Files documents into appropriate folders
Reorganizes file folders as needed
Operates standard and specialized office equipment such as computer, typewriter, copier, electric stapler, hole-puncher, fax machine, postage meter, and related equipment
Creates and types forms/letters, brochures, pamphlets or other documents
Maintains files, logs and other records
Assists with and participates in special events
Uses computer to obtain information or enter data
Performs all work duties and activities in accordance with County policies, procedures and safety practices
Performs all work duties and activities in accordance with the University of Idaho County Operations Handbook Fourth Edition, 2013
Performs other related duties as required