Extension Program Assistant/Associate (4-H and Volunteer Coordinator)

Extension Program Assistant/Associate (4-H and Volunteer Coordinator)

Company: North Carolina State University

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Category: Extension and Outreach

Type: Full-Time

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Position Number: NC-00042648 -0426

Primary Purpose of Position

The Extension Program Assistant/Associate has the responsibility of assisting with the planning, execution, and evaluation of effective and comprehensive 4-H educational programs that meet the needs of the county's youth from ages 5-18, in accordance with the mission and priorities established by the National 4-H Council and in alignment with the mission and vision of NC Cooperative Extension. The Program Assistant/Associate will assist in planning and conducting county 4-H programs in partnership with other 4-H programming staff and Extension personnel at the Chatham County Center. Such programming will include, but not be limited to, school enrichment, club programming, camps, special interest programs, and community outreach events. This staff member will train and recruit critical community volunteers and program leaders to continue program outreach throughout Guilford County. This staff member will also act in a Volunteer Coordinator role for the Guilford County Center.

This position is a full-time (1.0 FTE), 40-hour per week position. This position is 100% county-funded.

Primary Function of Organizational Unit

North Carolina Cooperative Extension gives our residents easy access to the resources and expertise of NC State University and NC A&T State University. Through educational programs, publications, and events, Cooperative Extension field faculty deliver unbiased, research-based information to North Carolina citizens.

Guilford County has a population of over 512,000 and is the third most populous county in NC. Greensboro is a community located halfway between the mountains and the coast. Our residents enjoy a rich quality of life flavored by a vibrant downtown, 80 miles of walking and biking trails, close access to state-of-the-art healthcare, and a variety of cultural opportunities.

For more information on Guilford County Extension, please visit: https://guilford.ces.ncsu.edu/

For more information on Greensboro, please visit: http://www.greensboro.org/

Duties and Responsibilities

The Extension Program Assistant/Associate will:

• Actively contact, recruit, and facilitate orientation for prospective volunteers to act as adult leaders for 4-H; they will also recruit and advise club leaders.
• Assist and attend district and state events with youth members.
• Recruit 4-H youth, community leaders, and businesses to participate in community events.
• Collaborate with community departments and organizations to better meet the needs of citizens.
• Prepare and modify various files, records, and reports, and maintain county reports and registrations within 4-HOnline.
• Work closely with the Horticulture Extension Agent and associated Extension Master Gardener Volunteers to assist volunteers with EMG/4-H programming efforts.

Departmental Required Skills:
Computer literacy, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Google Suite, is expected.

Candidates should have excellent time and resource management skills, be personable, and be able to build networking coalitions.

Candidates must have experience in working with youth and adult audiences.

Candidates must be willing to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, and be able to handle multiple tasks and establish priorities accordingly.

Candidates must recognize the importance of teamwork and fully support the comprehensive county Extension program.

Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education:
We prefer that the applicant have a minimum of an Associate's Degree in education, child or youth development, family and consumer sciences, natural resources, STEM, and/or agricultural education. We also prefer the candidate to have prior experience working with children and adult volunteers in either a career or substantial volunteer capacity.

Necessary Licenses or Certifications:
Valid Driver's License and reliable transportation is required and must be maintained.

Department: 117539 - North Central District- Guilford

Location: Greensboro, NC

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