Athens-Clarke County ANR Program Assistant

University of Georgia•Athens, GA

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About The Position

The County Extension Program Assistant will perform duties necessary to assist the County Extension Agent in the day-to-day conducting of the Agriculture and Natural Resources (ANR) program in Athens-Clarke County. Duties will include answering phone calls and helping with ANR clients and programming.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Strong organizational and other soft-skills, working knowledge of office practices and procedures.
Ability to use independent judgment and discretion with confidential information.
Works with limited supervision.

Responsibilities

Assist the Agriculture and Natural Resources (ANR) Agent in providing programming and advice for Athens-Clarke County Extension clients.
Insect identification
Plant identification
Weed identification
Pest control recommendations according to the Georgia Pest Control Handbook
Developing ANR stories for publication in area newspapers
Working with 4-H youth in Agricultural programs
Site visits and office visits
Cover front desk of Extension office during Administrative Assistant's lunch break. This includes answering phones, greeting visitors, and handling incoming packages/mail.
Assist with other duties as needed.
Driving as needed to perform job related duties.