Extension Assistant II, Water Wise (Willcox, AZ)

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Outstanding U of A benefits include health dental and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation sick leave and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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Program Logistics Coordination:

• Deliver support for Cooperative Extension educational programs workshops seminars and contests delivered through extension offices in Arizona communities in assigned focus areas such as agriculture youth development (e.g. 4H) natural resources family and consumer sciences or community development.
• Coordinate logistical details for extension educational programs workshops seminars and contests in assigned focus areas including reserving rooms arranging equipment and organizing materials.
• Confirm event details with presenters staff and community partners and communicate schedules and expectations to participants.
• Prepare and organize materials and supplies so programs begin on time and run smoothly.

Outreach and Community Communication:

• Carry out routine outreach activities such as distributing flyers sending email invitations and posting program updates on websites and social media to inform local residents about extension offerings in assigned focus areas.
• Respond to participant and community inquiries about program offerings eligibility and registration and route more complex questions to extension professionals or faculty.
• Maintain contact lists for participants volunteers and partners to support ongoing communication.

Administrative and Session Support:

• Provide administrative support for public extension information sessions and community presentations including preparing agendas signin materials handouts and basic audiovisual needs.
• Support onsite delivery of events by greeting attendees managing signin and assisting facilitators with materials during sessions.
• Help ensure accessibility and a welcoming environment for a variety of participants.
  
  

Data Tracking and Documentation:

• Monitor and track attendance program metrics and participant feedback for extension programs using established forms and databases.
• Compile routine evaluation data basic statistics (such as counts and percentages) and participant comments to support internal reports and outreach assessments.
• Maintain organized records of events outreach activities and participant lists for future reference and reporting.

Volunteer and Participant Scheduling:

• Coordinate schedules for volunteers and participants to ensure adequate coverage for extension program operations and community events across Arizona counties.
• Confirm assignments shifts and instructions with volunteers in advance of events.
• Track volunteer hours and participation for program documentation and recognition.
  
  

• General knowledge of office procedures event planning logistics and basic outreach methods.
• Skill in coordinating multiple tasks schedules and deadlines with careful attention to detail.
• Ability to use common software for email word processing spreadsheets and basic website or social media updates.
• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills for working with various community members youth volunteers and partners.
• Ability to work under general supervision apply established procedures and resolve routine issues independently.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and handle confidential participant information appropriately.
• Ability to drive the Rolling River trailer to events which would include connecting the trailer to a vehicle and setting up tearing down and driving it back to storage location.

This job posting reflects the general nature and level of work expected of the selected candidate(s). It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The institution reserves the right to amend or update this description as organizational priorities and institutional needs evolve.

• High school diploma or high school diploma equivalency is required.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• Must have a valid drivers license and ability to drive according tothe University Fleet Safety Policy.

• Basic understanding of water resources and water conservation principles.
• Experience teaching youth in various environments including school classrooms community events and field trips.