Temporary Part-Time Program Assistant - McDowell Extension Office

West Virginia University•Morgantown, WV

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About The Position

McDowell County WVU Extension is currently accepting applications for a Temporary Part-time Program Assistant. This position is a part-time, 28 hour a week position which works collaboratively as a member of the WVU McDowell County Extension Service, working in the 4-H Youth Development program area. Occasional night and weekend work may be required. Position is contingent upon available funding.

Requirements

Business, secretarial or technical training related to the position to which assigned, obtained through a formal training program of over eighteen (18) months OR any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
A minimum of six (6) months of experience involving:
Working with youth and/or adult audiences with community organizations or volunteers
Any equivalent combination of related education and/or experience will be considered.
All qualifications must be met by the time of employment.
Strong communication skills as needed (written/oral/telephone/in person) to perform duties in a professional, businesslike manner.
Organizational skills to plan and organize tasks and set priorities for responsibilities.
Problem solving skills in dealing with a variety of interests and personalities.
Public speaking skills to present WVU Extension Service programs.
Interpersonal skills
Computer word processing, data entry, and spreadsheet skills
Budget management skills
Leadership skills
Type with speed and proficiency

Responsibilities

Coordinates and arranges classes, meetings, workshops, conferences, camps in consultation with County Extension Agent.
Coordinates county 4-H activities with the local schools.
Assists with planning projects and events as instructed by Extension Agent.
Assists with newsletters and program mailings.
Assists with conducting periodic evaluations of programs and activities to identify areas of needed improvement.
Prints reports utilizing 4-H databases.
Updates and maintains website and social media.
Assists with recruiting or locating potential 4-H members and volunteers using various techniques such as community presentations and personal contacts. Follows up recruitment with orientation of recruited leaders.
Assists with promotion of all McDowell County WVU Extension programs.
Collaborates with McDowell County Extension staff to assess training needs of program participants if needed.
Assists agents with developing, expanding, conducting, and implementing the programs to reach diverse audiences.
Participates in professional development sessions as related to the 4-H Youth responsibilities of this position.