"Temporary, Part-Time 4-H Extension Program Assistant-Henderson County"

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Position Number: TPNCCE-117108-02

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. For more information visit www.ces.ncsu.edu.

Henderson County is located in Western North Carolina and is considered an emerging urban area. Nestled in the mountains, the county boasts a rich rural tradition combined with an urban flavor. For more information about Henderson County, visit the county website at https://www.hendersoncountync.gov/.

Duties and Responsibilities: This position is a temporary, part-time, 29-hour per week position, with opportunity to become full-time. This position is 100% funded by state and county funding and contingent upon available funding.

The Extension 4-H Program Assistant has the responsibility to support the 4-H Agent in creating a well-rounded 4-H program in Henderson County. Supporting the 4-H program involves being a facilitator and creator of 4-H Special Interest Programs and volunteer recruitment. Current/ongoing special interest program examples include Sewing, Agricultural Day Camp, Mini Gardening, the FRESH program at the Carl Sandburg Historic Site, livestock judging, and cooking with STEM. Other responsibilities include assisting with 4-H Club administration/activities, school enrichment programs, County, District and State events when needed.

A primary role of this position involves recruiting and training volunteers to manage programs in a productive manner and to identify resources to assist in conducting these programs. A key role of this position is to work with advisory committees to identify needs for the program and the community. Applicants must be available for evening, nights, and weekend activities. An accurate record of hours worked must be maintained daily and accomplishments documented in the Extension Reporting System. Assists in marketing 4-H in the county through newsletters, newspaper articles, Facebook, websites, and other media. Performs other related duties as required or assigned.

Departmental Required Skills:

• Ability to plan, organize, and work with adult volunteer leaders.
• Ability to relate to and understand youth.
• Interest in and understanding of the needs, problems, and attitudes of youth and adults.

Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education:

• Experience working with persons of diverse backgrounds and/or with the development, training, and recruitment of volunteers
• Ability to work creatively with people of various backgrounds.
• Ability to express comments and opinions clearly and concisely in oral and/or written form
• Ability to communicate and develop effective working relationships with youth and adults, the general community, and staff.
• Often requires lifting up to 50 pounds occasionally and up to 30 pounds frequently.
• Requires sustained periods of standing and sitting and occasional periods of kneeling, stooping and reaching.
• Occasionally requires exposure to extreme heat and humidity and exposure to the sun.

Necessary Licenses or Certifications:

• Valid Driver's License and reliable transportation are required and must be maintained.