Extension Program Assistant, -H, Henderson

Position:
Extension Program Assistant, 4-H, Henderson County —

Location:

Hendersonville, NC.

Working Title:

Extension Program Assistant, 4-H, Henderson County. Appointment: 12 Month Recurring. Job Type: Full-Time - Permanent. FTE: 0.9375.

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The program assistant in this position will provide education and leadership for the Extension 4-H program in Henderson County.

Primary Function of Organizational Unit:
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Henderson County is located in western North Carolina and is considered an emerging urban area. Nestled in the mountains, the county boasts a rich rural tradition combined with an urban flavor. For more information about Henderson County, visit the county website at https://.gov

This position is a full-time, 37.5-hour per week position. This position is 100% funded by state and county funding and contingent upon available funding.

The Extension 4-H Program Assistant has the responsibility to support the 4-H Agent in creating a well-rounded 4-H program in Henderson County. Supporting the 4-H program involves being a facilitator and creator of 4-H Special Interest Programs and volunteer recruitment. Current/ongoing special interest program examples include Sewing, Agricultural Day Camp, Mini Gardening, the FRESH program at the Carl Sandburg Historic Site, livestock judging, and cooking with STEM.

Other responsibilities include assisting with 4-H Club administration/activities, school enrichment programs, County, District and State events when needed.

A primary role of this position involves recruiting and training volunteers to manage programs in a productive manner and to identify resources to assist in conducting these programs. A key role of this position is to work with advisory committees to identify needs for the program and the community. Applicants must be available for evening, nights, and weekend activities. An accurate record of hours worked must be maintained daily and accomplishments documented in the Extension Reporting System.

Assists in marketing 4-H in the county through newsletters, newspaper articles, Facebook, websites, and other media. Performs other related duties as required or assigned.

4-H is considered a non-profit organization. Applicants must be available for evening, nights, and weekend activities when needed.

The Extension Program Assistant/Associate receives direct supervision from the County Extension Director with input from the 4-H agent. Travel within county is required; district and state travel are required occasionally.

Number of Permanent Employees this Position Supervises: 0

Work Schedule:

Monday - Friday 8:30 - 5 (business hours), with occasional flex hours to attend night and/or weekend events to support the Henderson County 4-H Program.

Minimum Experience/

Education:

The minimum requirement for employment with the North Carolina Cooperative Extension (NCCE) is a high-school diploma or equivalent. Advanced training in related fields is preferred.

Department

Required Skills:

The Extension Program Assistant/Associate must have the ability to plan, organize, and work with adult volunteer leaders. They must have the ability to relate to and understand youth. They must have an interest in and understanding of the needs, problems, and attitudes of youth and adults.

Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training,

Education:

Experience working with persons of broad backgrounds and/or with the development, training, and recruitment of volunteers is preferred. They…