Pierce County -H Program Assistant

Position: Pierce County 4-H Program Assistant

Posting Number

S14523P

Working Title

Pierce County 4-H Program Assistant

Department

CAES-Southeast District CES

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Posting

Type

External

Retirement Plan

TRS

Employment Type

Employee

Benefits Eligibility

Benefits Eligible

Full/Part Time

Full Time

Additional Schedule Information

Mon‑Fri, 8am‑5pm, Occasional Evening and Weekend work required.

Advertised Salary

Commensurate with Experience

Posting Date

12/19/2025

Open until filled

Yes

Proposed Starting Date

02/01/2026

Location of Vacancy

SE District

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Classification Title

Extension Program Asst I

FLSA

Non‑Exempt

FTE

1.00

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent

Position Summary

The County Extension 4‑H Program Assistant is a para‑professional who works with County Extension Agents to deliver the 4‑H program in their assigned geographic area and performs duties necessary to assist the county extension agents in the day‑to‑day conduct of programs. This employee works cooperatively with all Extension faculty and staff where applicable and is administratively responsible to the County Extension Coordinator and the District Extension Director and programmatically responsible to an assigned County Extension 4‑H Agent.

M‑F, 8am‑5pm. Occasional evening and weekend hours.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

• Show high standards of professionalism in personal contacts, appearance, and work habits. Exhibit qualities of independent judgment.
• Possess or develop adequate computer skills to enhance communication to the public and 4‑H data management.
• Maintain consistent and effective work habits to make efficient use of time and resources.
• Enthusiasm and desire to work and relate effectively to young people and adults.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with county, district, state staff, local government employees, and clientele.
• Proficiency in current Word processing and data management and accounting software programs (e.g. Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel).

Physical Demands

• Some degree of physical activity,…