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Program Assistant II (4-H Educator) Meade County

South Dakota State University · Sturgis, SD · 1 mo ago
On-siteFull-time

About the role

South Dakota State University (SDSU) 4-H Programs is seeking a collaborative, people-focused professional who is passionate about mentoring, guiding, and helping others grow. This position provides timely 4-H Youth Development research-based information, resources, education, leadership and support to meet the needs of youth in the county while building relationships to enhance and carry out the mission of SDSU Extension and South Dakota 4-H.

Responsibilities

  • Provide timely 4-H Youth Development research based information, resources, education, leadership and support to meet the needs of youth in the county
  • Build relationships to enhance and carry out the mission of SDSU Extension and South Dakota 4-H

Qualifications

Required:

  • Bachelor's degree in Education, Child, Youth, or Human Development, or other relevant fields with relevant youth development experience (preferred)
  • Valid driver's license
  • Must be authorized to work in the U.S. Sponsorship is not available for this position

Preferred:

  • Previous 4-H or similar youth development experience
  • Demonstrated use of technology in managing and/or delivering educational programs
  • Experience in publishing materials and/or curricula

Skills

  • Knowledge of computer systems and software (i.e., MS Word, Outlook, Excel)
  • Knowledge of planning, teaching, and evaluating educational programs for a variety of youth audiences
  • Knowledge of mentoring and supervisory techniques
  • Strong interpersonal skills and excellent verbal communication skills
  • Effective written communication skills
  • Organizational and time management skills
  • Ability to work as a contributing member of a team
  • Ability to plan, implement and complete events
  • Ability to manage a budget

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and flexible benefits
  • Retirement plans with 6% matching
  • 10 hours of annual leave each month
  • 9.34 hours of sick leave each month
  • Eleven paid holidays
  • Access to internal and state-sponsored training
  • Reduced tuition for state-supported courses at all State of South Dakota academic institutions
  • Relocation benefits available per university's guidelines

Pay

This position is classified as Program Assistant II.

Schedule

12 Months; 100% time

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