Colquitt County 4-H Program Assistant

Position Information

Classification Title Public Service Paraprofessional/Professional FLSA Non-Exempt FTE 1.00 Minimum Qualifications

Requires technical knowledge in the field acquired through an apprenticeship, a 2-year degree, or professional certificate. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.

Preferred Qualifications Position Summary

This position is an non-Exempt professional staff role within UGA Extension which coordinates and distributes time as needed for the satisfactory delivery of the 4-H county program. A high level of independent judgment is required to effectively carry out the essential duties of the job and the incumbent is expected to manage both Extension program administration and 4-H education delivery by developing techniques and procedures as appropriate. It is under the supervision of the assigned 4-H Agent and County Extension Coordinator.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

Applicant will work and travel with the 4-H Youth program.

Physical Demands

Applicant will travel within the county and to 4-H club events within the state. Driving.

Is driving a responsibility of this position? Yes Is this a Position of Trust? Yes Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? Yes Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? Yes Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) No Credit and P-Card policy

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Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

Assist 4-H'ers in preparation for the 4-H competitive events including project achievement, judging teams, etc.

Transport or arrange for transportation of 4-H'ers to various district and state events and if assigned, provide leadership for youth while attending these events.

Understating that attendance at 4-H events may be a obligation for this position. It will be as assigned by the 4-H Agent, County Coordinator or District Personnel.

Percentage of time 25 Duties/Responsibilities

Conduct in school club meetings and deliver the prepared curriculum that meets state (Georgia Professional Standards) guidelines. Incorporate the results of program evaluations and feedback in planning future programs and techniques used in implementing programs under the direction of a 4-H Agent and District Program Development Director 4-H.

Percentage of time 25 Duties/Responsibilities

Assist interested volunteers in the successful completion of the 4-H Chaperone Training. Multiple programs may receive leadership from Volunteers such as the Archery Team, Horse Club, BB Team, and Livestock Show Teams.

Extension Program Assistants will manage those programs through the management of the Volunteer with assistance from the 4-H Agent and County Coordinator.

Submit accurate and complete reports in a timely manner in GA Counts, 4-H enrollment and the District Office.

These responsibilities are under the direction of the 4-H Agent and County Coordinator.

Percentage of time 25 Duties/Responsibilities

Regularly participate in staff conferences- when available.

Process or develop adequate computer skills to enhance communication to the public and Extension.

Assist staff with day to day operations of Cooperative Extension county office by answering phone, processing mail, distributing publications, greeting visitors, filing documents, etc. (when needed)

Maintain office inventory of office supplies and materials as needed to support the 4-H program.

Other duties as assigned by 4-H Agent, 4-H PDC and County Coordinator.

Percentage of time 25

Contact Information

Recruitment Contact

Contact Details

For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.

Recruitment Contact Name Jeremy Kichler Recruitment Contact Email jkichler@uga.edu Recruitment Contact Phone

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume/CV

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter

• List of References with Contact Information

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