Pierce County -H Program Assistant

Posting Details

Posting Number S14523P,

Working Title:

Pierce County 4‑H Program Assistant. Department: CAES‑Southeast District CES. Posting Date: 12/19/2025. Closing Date Proposed: 02/01/2026. Opening until filled.

Employment Type:

Employee. Compensation:
Commensurate with experience.

Work Schedule:

Mon‑Fri, 8am‑5pm with occasional evening and weekend work required.

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External. Retirement Plan: TRS.

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Classification

Title:

Extension Program Asst I. FLSA:
Non‑Exempt. FTE: 1.00.

• 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.

• 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).

• Some degree of physical activity, including lifting, to conduct programs (e.g., handling animals, supplies and demonstration materials, audio/visual equipment,…