H Program Assistant

Position: 4-H Program Assistant
Location: DeWitt

Job Details

Type of Position:
Clerical

Workstudy Position:
No

Job Type: Regular

Sponsorship Available:
No

Closing Date: 08/15/2025

Institution

Division of Agriculture of the University of Arkansas System

The Division of Agriculture is a statewide campus with faculty based on University campuses, at research and extension centers and in every Arkansas county. It consists of the Arkansas Agricultural Experiment Station and the Arkansas Cooperative Extension Service and is home to more than 1,400 employees. The Division was established in 1959 and is headed by the Vice‑President for Agriculture. The Division headquarters are located in Little Rock with the rest of the University of Arkansas System Administration.

Summary

of

Job Duties

The Cooperative Extension Service Program Assistant works for an assigned county Extension program under the supervision of a county agent in the 4‑H & youth development area.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must agree to comply with the Youth Protection policy, including authorized release of relevant Arkansas Child Abuse & Neglect Central Registry records.
• Ability to work without close supervision is required.
• Transportation for use on the job with liability insurance in effect is required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to conduct programs & work with all clientele regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, disability, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally & in writing.
• Ability to keep accurate records & submit timely reports of activities.
• Ability to respond positively to supervisor direction.
• Ability to work without close daily supervision.

Additional Information

Applicants for this position are required to upload a Resume, Cover letter, and a list of three (3) references including name, phone number and email address (if available) prior to submitting the application.

Once an application is submitted, the applicant will not be able to edit the application or upload additional documents.

Required Documents to Apply

Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Salary Information

Commensurate with education and experience

Pre‑employment Screening Requirements

Criminal Background Check, Motor Vehicle Reports Check, Sex Offender Registry

Equal Opportunity Statement

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, or pregnancy. Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

Contact

Information

If you have a disability and need assistance with the hiring process and require reasonable accommodations, please contact the Division's Office of Program & Employment Compliance at compliance.

For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at 501‑671‑2219 or 479‑502‑9820.

Recruitment Contact:
Grant Beckwith, gbeckwith.

Application Submission

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site

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