VCE Program Assistant - Buckingham

Job Description

Work under the direction and guidance of Buckingham County Virginia Cooperative Extension (VCE) Agents to assist in the delivery of research-based educational programs. Collaborate with Extensionfaculty, staff, volunteers, and community partners to support the implementation of quality VCE programming and contribute to the overall operation of the Buckingham Extension Office. This position provides programmatic and administrative support for both youth andadult audiences.

• Assist Extension Agents in delivering educational programs that promote self-sufficiency among youth and adults, including topicssuch as home gardening, small-scale livestock, heritage arts (e.g.,food preservation, sewing), and related subject areas.
• Support Agents in strengthening youth readiness for life and work through hands-on learning and career exploration in agriculture,healthy living, STEM, and civic engagement.
• Provide support for programs that enhance youth and adultwell-being, including financial literacy and resource managementeducation.
• Assist Agents in educational efforts that promote sustainable and science-based agricultural practices that improve productivity while protecting natural resources.

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• Working knowledge of job-related subject matter.
• Ability to support group facilitation, assist with program planning, and contribute to program evaluation under supervision.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the abilityto effectively interact with broad audiences.
• Ability to use technology to assist with educational programmingand administrative tasks.
• Ability to follow direction and work both independently on assigned tasks and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Strong organizational skills, flexibility, and commitment to supporting clientele and program goals.
• Must have access to reliable transportation to travel to variousprogram sites.

• Experience supporting Cooperative Extension or community-based educational programs.
• Experience working with youth and/or adults in educational oroutreach settings.
• Experience assisting with volunteer coordination and programlogistics.
• Ability to support needs assessments and assist with program implementation and evaluation.

3

Non-Exempt:
Eligible for overtime

Restricted

$36,501 - $42,000

40

September 1, 2026

The successful candidate will be required to have a driver'slicense check with an acceptable and safe driving record.

The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.

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