Skagit County Program Assistant

Washington State University • Burlington, WA

1d • $3,565 - $4,746 • Onsite

About The Position

As the Skagit County Program Assistant, you will provide comprehensive program, marketing, and operational support for Agriculture & Natural Resources (ANR) Extension programs, with an emphasis on mental health and agricultural food systems initiatives. You will support efforts to integrate AI tools that promote and enhance the well-being of farmers and farmworkers while assisting with program operations, coordination, and outreach activities.

Requirements

• High school graduation or equivalent AND two years of full-time clerical experience OR equivalent education/experience.
• Must have, or be able to obtain by time of hire, a valid driver’s license and meet requirements in accordance with SPPM 7.10 and departmental driving standards.
• Ability to work a flexible, yet structured schedule with occasional night and weekend shifts to meet the needs of program partners and grant requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated ability to communicate and interact effectively, with persons of varying levels of responsibility and experience, both orally and in writing.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Microsoft Office Excel and Workday.
• Knowledge of WSU Business Policies and Procedures in the areas of personnel, finance, and administration.
• Experience in higher education, local or state agency, or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive program, marketing, and operational support for Agriculture & Natural Resources (ANR) Extension programs.
• Emphasize support for mental health and agricultural food systems initiatives.
• Support efforts to integrate AI tools that promote and enhance the well-being of farmers and farmworkers.
• Assist with program operations, coordination, and outreach activities.

Benefits

• Paid sick and vacation leave
• Paid holidays
• Medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents
• Retirement
• Deferred compensation
• Optional supplemental retirement accounts
• Training and development
• Employee tuition waiver

What This Job Offers

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