STEPS Extension Assistant for all Program Areas (Stanford, KY)

University of Kentucky   Lexington, KY   Full-time     Education
Posted on May 1, 2024
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Posting Details

Job Title

STEPS Extension Assistant for all Program Areas (Stanford, KY)

Requisition Number

TE08215

Department Name

81C03: KCES Region Central Area 03

Work Location

Stanford, KY

Salary Range

$15.15/hour

Type of Position

Temporary

Position Time Status

Full-Time

Required Education

Required Related Experience

Required License/Registration/Certification

Physical Requirements

Job-related travel;
visiting clientele at sites throughout the county (including
farms); sitting/standing/walking for long periods.

Shift

Work Shift: Monday-Friday (8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.); occasional
nights, weekends or holidays may be required
Hours Per Week : 40

Job Summary

As an Extension Assistant for all program areas, you will
responsible for providing administrative support to the 4-H Youth
Development program, Family and Consumer Sciences program, and
the Agriculture and Natural Resources program areas and the
respective county Agent(s). You will report to an Area Extension
Director and there will be a high level of interaction with the
general public. The Extension Assistant will be expected to be
knowledgeable of the philosophy, goals and objectives, policies
and procedures of the Cooperative Extension Service. General
duties include program support, teaching, recruitment &
marketing, and record keeping while conducting yourself in a
professional manner. Under the supervision of the Extension
Agent(s), the Extension Assistant will assist in: Quickbooks,
maintaining budget files, promoting and organizing new 4-H clubs;
recruiting members and volunteer leaders; providing support and
guidance to existing 4-H clubs; recruiting and working with
volunteers in conducting events and activities such as project
groups, 4-H, FCS, and ANR achievement events, and public
presentation programs; serving all clientele, ensuring that all
youth and adults have an equal opportunity to participate in
extension programs regardless of economic or social status and
will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnic origin,
national origin, creed, religion, political belief, sex, sexual
orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy,
marital status, genetic information, age, veteran status, or
physical or mental disability.

State law requires a national and state criminal background check
and a letter from the Cabinet for Health and Family Services
stating the employee is clear to hire based on no findings of
substantiated child abuse or neglect found through a background
check of child abuse and neglect records as a condition of
employment or involvement in this program.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Microsoft Office products
including Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Access, Publisher,
Office 365, Teams, Skype for Business; Zoom; Quickbooks

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

No

Preferred Education/Experience

Deadline to Apply

05/19/2024

University Community of Inclusion

The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

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