Program Assistant Farm

Fort Valley State University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity institution and does not discriminate against applicants, students, or employees on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, or marital or veteran status.

The Program Assistant for Life on the Farm will provide necessary backup assistance and program support to the Agriculture & Natural Resources unit, Family and Consumer Sciences, and 4-H Youth Development.

• Travel into various counties to carry out appointments.
• Interacts with different schools' systems and community activities throughout the state of Georgia.
• Must fulfill all scheduled appointments.
• Request travel arrangements in connection with programming.
• Provide necessary feed and nurture to maintain healthy animals.
• Must be computer savvy, adapt to changes in the profession, and promote good customer service.

• Performs repetitive tasks periodically.
• Required to stand or walk occasionally.
• Lift and/or move 25 pounds.
• Regular schedule Monday through Friday.
• Evenings after 5pm or weekends may be required.
• Extensive travel.

• High School diploma or higher.
• Relevant experience preferably in an educational environment.