TES 4-H Assistant - Limestone

Position Details

Position Information

Requisition Number TES2388P Home Org Name Limestone County Division Name AL Cooperative Extension System Position Title TES 4-H Assistant - Limestone Estimated Hours Per Week 20-25 Anticipated Length of Assignment 1 year Job Summary

The TES 4-H Assistant will be responsible for implementing and coordinating the goals and objectives for the Limestone County 4-H program. For the County 4-H Program, the TES Assistant will work with schools and volunteers to coordinate and/or facilitate in-school, after-school, and special-interest community 4-H clubs.

Temporary Employment Services (TES), a unit of the Auburn University Department of Human Resources, is an in-house support center established to meet the temporary employment needs of the university. TES provides qualified and dedicated temporary employees in a wide variety of occupations to meet the staffing needs throughout the campus. Temporary employees are hired for a variety of reasons with the most common being:

• Assistance in the place of a regular employee who is absent for a specified period of time

• Additional assistance during periods of abnormal or peak workloads

• Assistance with special projects

• Seasonal work

• Emergencies

If you are looking for an employment opportunity, TES is a great way to showcase your professional skills and assist Auburn University while gaining valuable work experience within higher education.

AU students are not eligible for TES.

Essential Functions

The Agent Assistant delivers in-school and out-of-school programs for youth and serves as a member of the Limestone County 4-H Team, The Agent Assistant will be responsible for implementing and coordinating the goals and objectives of the 4-H youth program and other youth enrichment and educational activities as needed for the Limestone County Extension office. The Agent Assistant will follow specific lesson plans designed to broaden youth's social and cognitive skills through hands-on activities. The Agent Assistant will report to the County Extension Coordinator and will assist and/or work with 4-H Foundation Agent in activities that benefit the youth of the county.

Must have good organizational and basic technology skills. Will assist and/or work with the County Extension Coordinator and 4-H Youth Development Coordinator in activities that benefit the youth of the county.

Travel to program sites is reimbursed monthly.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 19 years or older

Must have good organizational skills to maintain accurate records of youth education sessions and impact, as well as follow the guidelines and policies of the Alabama Cooperative Extension System.

The successful applicant must have a demonstrated interest in working with youth concerning a variety of issues in an educational setting, the ability to follow instructions related to work with minimum supervision from professional staff; and have access to reliable transportation.

Desired Qualifications

Experience with gardening and or working with animals (chickens, horses, cattle) is desired.

Posting Detail Information

Salary Range $14.00-$15.50/hour Work Hours flexible work schedule of 20-25 hours a week primarily between the hours of 8:00am-5:00pm; Monday-Friday; occasional evening and/or weekends City position is located in: Athens State position is located: Alabama Posting Date 06/14/2024 Closing Date EEO Statement

Auburn University is committed to an inclusive and diverse campus environment. Women, underrepresented groups, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply.

AUBURN UNIVERSITY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, sex, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by applicable law.

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