Part-Time Program Assistant - FACS

This listing closes on 6/30/2026 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time (US & Canada).

Employer

Cobb County Government

Salary

$18.31 - $23.34 Hourly

Location

Extension Services, GA

Job Type

Part-Time

Job Number

05021

Department

Extension Services

Opening Date

06/23/2026

Closing Date

6/30/2026 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time (US & Canada)

Grade Code 102P

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Position Information

The purpose of this classification is to assist in developing and implementing information and education services in agriculture and natural resources, consumer and family science and 4-H youth programs, as assigned

This position is located in Extension Services Department. The person in this position will need reliable transportation to be able to travel to various locations throughout the workday. Essential Functions

Assists in the planning and designing of informational and educational programming for assigned area: researches and develops, and assists in researching and developing, content for programming; assists in community needs assessments; gathers and reserves supplies/equipment as needed; creates handouts and informational supplements; and schedules programming.

Assists the implementation of, and implements, informational and educational programming for assigned area: teaches evidence-based curriculums; ensures lessons and learning modules are age- and learning level appropriate; gathers supplies and equipment; provides skill demonstrations; and supplements academic classroom activities, as needed.

Provides customer service to extension patrons and the public: receives and responds to questions and requests for information; provides assistance and information related to extension programs, services, materials, or other issues in assigned area; researches problems and initiates problem resolution; and enrolls public for programs, services and materials.

Coordinates volunteers in area of assignment: recruits and trains volunteers; researches and administers continuing educational classes for same; coordinates work and project activities; serves as a liaison to volunteers and community and governmental organizations; and assists with various fundraising projects.

Coordinates various programming and presentations for assigned area: communicates with community, groups, interested citizens, clubs, civic organizations, schools and related groups interested in education and development in assigned area; schedules speakers and presentations; and schedules activities and demonstrations.

Plans, leads, and supervises participants at various events and clubs, including conferences, summer camps, competitions, etc.; coordinates monthly meetings; arranges and organizes physical space; recruits participants; judges competitions, as needed; and assists with various awards ceremonies, as needed.

Assists in the planning and implementation of public relations and communication for the extension services in assigned area: creates, manages, and updates content on website and social media; creates and distributes flyers, schedules, calendars, brochures, emails and other promotional materials; maintains and updates email distribution lists; and attends public events/meetings.

Provides clerical duties, as needed: completes, prepares and submits reports and forms on extension service activities; updates weekly and monthly calendar; transcribes meeting minutes; utilizes petty cash fund; and maintains inventory of publications and other information for distribution.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED required, supplemented by vocational or technical training in Education, Food Nutrition, Botany, Agriculture, Horticulture, Family and Consumer Science or related field; supplemented by two years of experience relevant to area of assignment.

Preferred Qualifications Bilingual (English/Spanish) skills are a plus Licenses and Certifications

Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License

Physical Abilities

Tasks require the ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary to light work, but which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of light weight (5-10 pounds). Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or work station.

Sensory Requirements

Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally.

Environmental Factors

Essential functions are regularly performed without exposure to adverse environmental conditions.

EEO Statement Cobb County Government is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or any other legally protected status.

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