Extension Assistant -H Youth Development- Owsley

Extension Assistant for 4-H Youth Development - Owsley County

Location:

Booneville, KY

Salary Range: $15.30 – $16.30 per hour

As an Extension Assistant for 4-H Youth Development, you will provide administrative support to the 4-H Youth Development program area and County Agent(s). You will report to an Extension Agent and interact with the general public. The role requires knowledge of the Cooperative Extension Service philosophy, goals, objectives, policies and procedures, and includes program support, teaching, recruitment & marketing, and record keeping while conducting yourself professionally.

• Provide administrative support, including handling phone calls, emails, and scheduling.
• Maintain Quick Books budget files and supporting documentation.
• Promote and organize new 4-H clubs; recruit members and volunteer leaders.
• Support and guide existing 4-H clubs in program implementation.
• Assist in recruiting and coordinating volunteers for group projects, 4-H achievement events, and public presentation programs.
• Serve all clientele and maintain accurate records of club activities and outreach.
• Ensure compliance with state and national child background check requirements.

• No set minimum education requirements; education in working with youth or prior administrative experience preferred.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Access, Publisher, Office 365, Teams, Skype for Business; Zoom) and Quick Books.
• Ability to travel to sites throughout the county, including farms; ability to sit, stand, walk for long periods; ability to handle objects up to 50 lbs.
• Willingness to undergo child background check and health & family services clearance.

Full‑time. Monday‑Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.; occasional nights, weekends or holidays may be required.

We value the well‑being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy workplace. The University follows all applicable federal and state non‑discrimination laws. We provide equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of employment and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.