H Extension Assistant; Scottsbluff, NE

4‑H Extension Assistant (Scottsbluff, NE)

4‑H is America’s largest youth development organization—welcoming young people of all beliefs and backgrounds and giving kids a voice to express who they are and how they make their lives and communities better. 4‑H provides experiences where young people learn by doing.

• Transform lives by delivering, teaching, and managing effective educational programming in 4‑H, providing positive youth development to include current and emerging youth issues in the assigned area.
• Engage youth through diverse learning strategies at appropriate places and times.
• Travel within the service area.

This position is based in Scottsbluff, NE and serves Scotts Bluff County. Valid driver’s license and ability to meet University driving criteria is required.

At the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, we’re proud to be consistently recognized by Forbes as a top employer and recently earned the Lincoln Family Friendly Workplace certification. We are known for our welcoming, supportive environment, commitment to professional growth, and outstanding benefits.

• Generous paid time off including vacation, sick leave, parental leave, and holidays.
• Comprehensive insurance options including medical, dental, vision, and life coverage.
• Employee and dependent scholarship programs to pursue higher education.

• Bachelor’s degree required; degree must be completed by the start date.
• Demonstrated ability to teach, keep accurate records, and prepare reports.
• Driver’s license and ability to meet University driving criteria is required.

• Bachelor’s degree in youth development, education, agriculture, human sciences, or closely related field.
• Experience working with youth through other organizations as an employee or volunteer.
• Previous 4‑H or teaching experience.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, leadership, and teamwork skills.
• Knowledge of spreadsheet and data management software.
• Self‑starter with excellent organizational skills.

• Pre‑Placement Driving Record Review
  
  Required:
  
  Yes.
• Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre‑employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances.
• Criminal History Background Check
  
  Required:
  
  Yes.

$40,000 per year.

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