Part-Time Extension Program Assistant, Washington County, UT Extension: UTIA

University of Tennessee • Jonesborough, TN

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The Extension Program Assistant supports educational programs for youth and adults, including low-income families, by maintaining documentation and records for Washington County. The position provides clerical support to the supervising agent in the assigned program area and assists with programs in Agriculture and Natural Resources (ANR), Family and Consumer Sciences (FCS), and 4-H as needed. It is part-time, with up to 28 hours of work per week, and is performed onsite at the UT Extension Washington County office in Jonesborough, Tennessee.

Requirements

• High school diploma with secretarial experience and some computer skills.
• Typing, computer data entry, research, public relations, writing, and graphic design skills for developing newsletters, brochures, and program materials.
• Ability to interact professionally with clientele, agents, and program assistants.
• Ability to prioritize job responsibilities.
• Working knowledge of computers.
• A valid Tennessee driver's license.
• Successful completion of a background check.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without requiring current or future sponsorship for an employment-based visa.

Nice To Haves

• Two years of college in business or equivalent vocational education.
• Computer skills for maintaining records, preparing reports and exhibits, and typing lesson plans and activities.
• At least two years of experience.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Adobe, and database programs.

Responsibilities

• Collect data for educational programs and presentations.
• Maintain program participant-record and evaluation databases.
• Assist with programs in ANR, FCS, and 4-H as needed.
• Maintain and update the county website.
• Prepare newsletters and conduct research.
• Perform general office duties, including filing and correspondence.
• Assist with scheduling appointments with partner agencies and organizations.
• Assist an agent or Program Assistant with public relations activities.
• Manage account balances.
• Track program budget information.
• Prepare materials for Agent training.
• Prepare and copy program materials.

Benefits

• Employees have access to career development and coaching, continued education, and development and training opportunities.
• The university emphasizes work-life balance, compensation, and professional advancement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED