Cooperative Extension/SARE Program Assistant

JOB SUMMARY

The Cooperative Extension/SARE Program Assistant will assist the Project Investigator (SARE)/Program Leader in planning, organizing, and delivering educational programs through the Cooperative Extension System. In addition to helping prepare training materials, presentations, and handouts, the candidate will assist with coordinating workshops, meetings, Field Days and other community events.

Major Duties

• Schedule meetings and maintain records
• Manage program supplies and materials
• Event planning and workshop coordination
• Aid in reporting on project activities (virtual and face-to-face)

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Work will take place in an office location - frequently
• Workdays will take place on weekdays & occasional weekend (conferences and meetings)
• Working outdoors in various climates, hot and cold- occasionally

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Frequent standing or walking during events, workshops, or community outreach activities
• Specific vision abilities required: close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Strong communication skills
• Experience with workshops, training sessions, or outreach programs
• Knowledge of the following topics in Sustainable Agriculture:
• Crop production systems
• Soil health and conservation
• Forestry/Ecology management
• Agricultural Technology
• Pest management strategies
• Renewable Energy
• Basic research and data collection skills
• Ability to assist with field trails or demonstration plots

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Microsoft Office or similar software skills
• Public Speaking and Teaching Support
• Knowledge of grant-funded projects

USG Core Values Statement

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/.