University of Kentucky
Extension Assistant for 4-H Youth Development - Boone County
University of Kentucky, Burlington, Kentucky, United States, 41005
Overview
Extension Assistant for 4-H Youth Development Boone County Location: Burlington, KY Job Title: Extension Assistant for 4-H Youth Development - Boone County Department: KCES Region Central Area 07 Work Location: Burlington, KY Job Details
Requisition Number RE50772 Type of Position: Staff Position Time Status: Full-Time Grade Level: 00 Salary Range: $18.00 $20.00 per hour Shift: Monday-Friday (8:00 a.m. 4:30 p.m.); occasional nights, weekends or holidays may be required Responsibilities
As an Extension Assistant for 4-H Youth Development, you will: Provide administrative support to the 4-H Youth Development program area and to the County Extension Agent(s). Report to an Extension Agent and interact with the general public. Be knowledgeable of the philosophy, goals and objectives, policies and procedures of the Cooperative Extension Service. Perform general duties including program support, teaching, recruitment & marketing, and record keeping. Assist in Quickbooks; maintain budget files; promote and organize new 4-H clubs; recruit members and volunteer leaders; provide support and guidance to existing 4-H clubs. Recruit and work with volunteers in conducting events and activities such as group projects, 4-H achievement events, and public presentation programs; serve all clientele. 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. Qualifications and Requirements
Required Education: No set minimum requirements. Required License/Registration/Certification: Drivers License required. Preferred Education/Experience: Education or previous experience in working with youth and previous experience in an administrative support role. Skills / Knowledge / Abilities: Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Access, Publisher, Office 365, Teams, Skype for Business); Zoom; Quickbooks. Physical Requirements: Job-related travel; visiting clientele at sites throughout the county (including farms); sitting/standing/walking for long periods; handling of average-weight objects up to 50 lbs. Background checks may be required (national and/or state) as a condition of employment or involvement in the program. Applications
Deadline to Apply: 09/24/2025 Required Documents: Resume; Cover Letter Posting Specific Questions
* Do you or a family member serve as a member on any county Extension District Board in Kentucky? If yes, please state the family members name and the county for which either you or this individual serves as a member of the Extension District Board. (Open Ended Question) * Where did you first see this position advertised? UK jobs, UK's online employment system (ukjobs.eky.edu) Newspaper Handshake Received an email about the posting Social Media Friend or Family Journal of Extension Indeed.com Other online job board Other * Do you have a valid driver's license and are you able to drive? Yes No Our University Community: We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. The University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus and follows nondiscrimination laws. Equal opportunities are provided for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and the University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, or genetic information. Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources, which may include a national background check and/or drug screen. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Extension Assistant for 4-H Youth Development Boone County Location: Burlington, KY Job Title: Extension Assistant for 4-H Youth Development - Boone County Department: KCES Region Central Area 07 Work Location: Burlington, KY Job Details
Requisition Number RE50772 Type of Position: Staff Position Time Status: Full-Time Grade Level: 00 Salary Range: $18.00 $20.00 per hour Shift: Monday-Friday (8:00 a.m. 4:30 p.m.); occasional nights, weekends or holidays may be required Responsibilities
As an Extension Assistant for 4-H Youth Development, you will: Provide administrative support to the 4-H Youth Development program area and to the County Extension Agent(s). Report to an Extension Agent and interact with the general public. Be knowledgeable of the philosophy, goals and objectives, policies and procedures of the Cooperative Extension Service. Perform general duties including program support, teaching, recruitment & marketing, and record keeping. Assist in Quickbooks; maintain budget files; promote and organize new 4-H clubs; recruit members and volunteer leaders; provide support and guidance to existing 4-H clubs. Recruit and work with volunteers in conducting events and activities such as group projects, 4-H achievement events, and public presentation programs; serve all clientele. 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. Qualifications and Requirements
Required Education: No set minimum requirements. Required License/Registration/Certification: Drivers License required. Preferred Education/Experience: Education or previous experience in working with youth and previous experience in an administrative support role. Skills / Knowledge / Abilities: Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Access, Publisher, Office 365, Teams, Skype for Business); Zoom; Quickbooks. Physical Requirements: Job-related travel; visiting clientele at sites throughout the county (including farms); sitting/standing/walking for long periods; handling of average-weight objects up to 50 lbs. Background checks may be required (national and/or state) as a condition of employment or involvement in the program. Applications
Deadline to Apply: 09/24/2025 Required Documents: Resume; Cover Letter Posting Specific Questions
* Do you or a family member serve as a member on any county Extension District Board in Kentucky? If yes, please state the family members name and the county for which either you or this individual serves as a member of the Extension District Board. (Open Ended Question) * Where did you first see this position advertised? UK jobs, UK's online employment system (ukjobs.eky.edu) Newspaper Handshake Received an email about the posting Social Media Friend or Family Journal of Extension Indeed.com Other online job board Other * Do you have a valid driver's license and are you able to drive? Yes No Our University Community: We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. The University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus and follows nondiscrimination laws. Equal opportunities are provided for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and the University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, or genetic information. Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources, which may include a national background check and/or drug screen. #J-18808-Ljbffr