Extension Assistant for 4-H Youth Development - Shelby County

Location: Shelbyville, KY

About the Role

As an Extension Assistant for 4-H Youth Development, you will provide administrative support to the 4-H Youth Development program area and the 4-H Youth Development County Agent(s). You will report to an Extension Agent and interact frequently with the general public. The role requires knowledge of the philosophy, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the Cooperative Extension Service.

Responsibilities

• Provide program support, including teaching, recruitment, and promotion
• Maintain records and conduct yourself in a professional manner
• Assist with QuickBooks and budget file maintenance
• Promote and organize new 4-H clubs
• Recruit members and volunteer leaders
• Provide support and guidance to existing 4-H clubs
• Recruit and work with volunteers to conduct events and activities, such as group projects, 4-H achievement events, and public presentation programs
• Serve all clientele

Requirements

• No set minimum education or related experience requirements (see equivalency information)
• Valid driver’s license
• Ability to travel for job-related duties, including visiting clientele at sites throughout the county (including farms)
• Capability to sit, stand, or walk for long periods and handle objects up to 50 lbs
• Clearance from the Cabinet for Health and Family Services (no findings of substantiated child abuse or neglect)
• National and state criminal background check (required by state law)

Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Access, Publisher, Office 365, Teams, Skype for Business)
• Experience with QuickBooks, Zoom, and other administrative tools

Preferred Qualifications

• Education or previous experience working with youth
• Previous experience in an administrative support role

Pay

$15.61 – $19.00 per hour

Schedule

• Full-time, Monday–Friday (8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.)
• Occasional nights, weekends, or holidays may be required