4-H Assistant

OVERVIEW

Morgan County Extension seeks a dependable individual for a position providing assistance for Morgan County Extension/4-H programs and activities. This position is contingent on funds, need, and performance from year to year.

This position is working 12-15 hours per week. May work nights and weekends as needed.

Typical Hours for September-May: T-TH 1:00-5:00 p.m. plus a couple of Mondays & Fridays a month. Typical Hours for June-August: T-TH, 8:00 a.m.- 3:00 p.m. plus a couple of Mondays & Fridays a month.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

1. Provides assistance in planning, development, teaching, and evaluation of various 4-H Programs such as Cloverbuds, Afterschool, Teen Council, and Summer Camps.
2. Determine what topics will be taught in each program, write lesson plans, and develop questions for surveys to evaluate effectiveness of programs.
3. Develop program promotion flyers, provide assistance in recruiting youth to join programs, and provide assistance in recruiting volunteers to help with 4-H Programs.
4. Prepare supply lists for various programs and order supplies when needed.
5. Performs a variety of tasks related to 4-H participation for county fair, contests, fundraisers, awards programs, workshops, etc.
6. Utilizes computer to access data, lesson plans, and resources via the internet; conducts various levels of research to determine which lessons and curricula will be the best fit for 4-H Programs.
7. Other duties as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND CERTIFICATIONS:

High School Diploma (or equivalent), plus knowledge and experience with the 4-H Youth Development Program.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge: 4-H youth development program. STEM topics such as robotics.

Skills: Oral and written communication skills. Computer and technology skills including social media. Exceptional organizations and interpersonal skills.

Abilities: Be a team player in planning, organizing and implementing innovative and effective programs. Excel in a flexible and creative environment. Demonstrate qualities of being a self-motivated/self-starter, work with little supervision, and a willing to try something new. Effectively balance multiple tasks/programs at once.

SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS:

Must possess a valid Utah Driver's License and must be at least 16 years of age.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is regularly required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of the specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. The job description is subject to change by the County as the needs of the County and requirements of the job change. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

MORGAN COUNTY IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Salary : $12 - $14