Extension Assistant -H Youth Development- Owsley

University of Kentucky

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.

Extension Assistant for 4-H Youth Development – Owsley County. 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 work with the public. Responsibilities include program support, teaching, recruitment & marketing, and record keeping while maintaining professionalism.

• Provide administrative support to the 4-H Youth Development program and County Agent(s)
• Manage Quick Books and maintain budget files
• Promote and organize new 4-H clubs
• Recruit members, volunteer leaders, and volunteers for events and activities
• Provide support and guidance to existing 4-H clubs
• Assist with group projects, 4-H achievement events, and public presentation programs
• Serve all clientele

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Access, Publisher), Office 365, Teams, Skype for Business, Zoom, and Quick Books
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Knowledge of the Cooperative Extension Service philosophy, goals, and procedures
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel within the county

• Education or experience in working with youth
• Previous administrative support role experience

• Job-related travel; visiting sites throughout the county
• Sitting, standing, walking for long periods
• Handling average-weight objects up to 50 lbs.

• Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
• Occasional nights, weekends, or holidays may be required

Salary Range: $15.30 – $16.30 per hour.

Final date to receive applications: 07/08/2026.

Background check required – national and state criminal background check and a letter from Cabinet for Health and Family Services indicating clear to hire.