ANR Program Assistant

About the role

The ANR Program Assistant works with the Bibb County Extension ANR Agent in planning, developing, and conducting one of several county-sponsored programs. This position involves the supervision of tasks necessary in planning, developing, and directing these educational programs. The employee must exhibit qualities of independent judgment.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, schedule, and conduct a variety of program activities and events in relation to Agriculture including school and community gardens, fruits, vegetables, and horticulture.
• Answering phone calls, greeting and assisting guests, sample identification and microscope work, leading adult education meetings during the day, night, and weekends.
• Assists the County Extension Agent by researching and providing information requested by clients.
• Serves in a training role for volunteer leaders by providing them with program ideas and materials.
• Attends local, district, and state program activities and events in the place of the County Extension Agent.
• Creates content for website, social media, newspapers and newsletters, flyers and other promotional materials.
• Maintains and updates email distribution lists and attends public events and meetings.
• Provides clerical duties, prepares and submits reports and forms on Extension activities.
• Updates weekly/monthly calendar and performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Graduation from a two-year college or vocational/technical school with course emphasis in horticulture/agriculture/forestry or other relevant subject matter and experience in program planning; OR equivalent combination of training and experience.

Qualifications

• Ability to relate effectively to adults and youth.
• Extensive knowledge and experience in the program area of responsibility.
• Knowledge of the interests and behavior of the program participants.
• Skill in planning a variety of programs for the target audience.
• Flexibility to adapt to rapidly changing demands.
• Ability to supervise the work of others.
• Ability to successfully complete 4-H Risk Management Training, County and UGA Background Screening and pass a drug test.
• Proficiency in current word processing and data management software programs (e.g. Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, OneDrive).
• Familiarity with internet research, marketing and volunteer portals and social media etiquette.
• Valid driver's license and reliable personal transportation.
• Willingness to transport adults and youth to events by driving program van or minibus.

Skills

• Ability to relate effectively to adults and youth.
• Extensive knowledge and experience in the program area of responsibility.
• Knowledge of the interests and behavior of the program participants.
• Flexibility to adapt to rapidly changing demands.
• Ability to supervise the work of others.
• Proficiency in current word processing and data management software programs (e.g. Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, OneDrive).
• Familiarity with internet research, marketing and volunteer portals and social media etiquette.

Benefits

• Medical / Dental / Vision plans
• Prescription coverage
• Discounted Fitness centers
• Deferred Compensation Plan
• Flexible Spending Account(s)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Annual/Sick Leave
• Group Life Insurance
• 401-A Retirement Contribution Plan - Matches up to 5%