Program Assistant I

Located in Brookings, SD. 12‑month, 100% time position. Deadline: September 30, 2026. Must be authorized to work in the U.S.; sponsorship not available.

About the role

South Dakota 4‑H, a program of SDSU Extension, seeks a Program Assistant I to provide administrative support to the state 4‑H office. SDState is the state’s largest, most comprehensive university with over $94 million in annual research expenditures, more than 200 academic programs, and an enrollment of approximately 12,000 students. SDSU Extension 4‑H provides experiences where youth learn by doing through hands‑on projects in health, science, agriculture, citizenship, and leadership development, delivered in‑school, after‑school, clubs, and camps.

Responsibilities

• Manage day‑to‑day operations of the unit/office, including communications with over 50 county 4‑H educators and program assistants, and support for field specialists and program managers.
• Develop, maintain, and manage South Dakota 4‑H databases; provide support to county educators and staff on database use; develop and prepare relevant reports.
• Develop and manage processes related to the various trips and events supported by South Dakota 4‑H.

Qualifications

• Preferred: Extension, 4‑H, or university experience.
• Required: Valid driver’s license.

Skills

• Knowledge of 5 years of exemplary administrative support experience.
• Project support including editing/proofreading, typing/creative work, communications, and resource management.
• Adaptability and commitment to professional development.
• Effective oral and written communication skills with varied audiences.
• Time management, file management, proofreading/editing, and computer (MS Office Suite) skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and flexible benefits.
• Retirement plans with 6% matching.
• Compensation packages.
• Paid holidays (eleven).
• Vacation leave: 10 hours accrued each month.
• Sick leave: 9.34 hours accrued each month.
• Access to internal and state‑sponsored training.
• Reduced tuition for state‑supported courses at all State of South Dakota academic institutions.
• Relocation benefits per university guidelines.

Schedule

12‑month, 100% time (full‑time) position.