Program Assistant 4-H
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Van Buren, ME - USA
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The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture is a state wide campus with faculty based on University campuses at Research and Extension Centers and in every Arkansas county. It consists of the Arkansas Agricultural Experiment Station (AES) and the Arkansas Cooperative Extension Service (CES) and is home to more than 1400 employees. The Division was established in 1959 and is headed by the Vice-President for Agriculture. The Division headquarters is located in Little Rock with the rest of the University of Arkansas System Administration. As an employer the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance.
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Self-Management
Organizes and prioritizes tasks effectively.
Deals appropriately with interruptions.
Uses good judgment and decision-making skills.
Follows attendance and leave policies.
Practices emotional control.
Exhibits professional behavior and appearance.
Ability to work without close supervision.
Quality and Quantity of Work
Maintains 4-H Clubs. Periodically attends 4-H Club meetings.
Maintains working relationship with all 4-H leaders members and parents.
Recruits adult volunteer leaders youth and volunteers to form 4-H clubs and grow the community 4-H enrollment/program.
Follows up promptly with questions and requests for information.
Maintains accurate 4-H records and submits reports by deadlines.
Displays acknowledge of 4-H policies and procedures.
Stays informed of all county district and state 4-H events competitions camps activities etc. Informs 4-H leaders members and parents of all county district and state 4-H events competitions camps activities etc. Assists 4-Her in preparation for events and competitions.
Plans organizes sets-up conducts and cleans-up after all 4-H events competitions and activities in the county.
Conducts regular 4-H leader training meetings.
Program Delivery
Shows sensitivity to individual needs based on culture race gender and age.
Coordinated with agents to conducting educational programs in schools and the community.
Evaluates the county 4-H program for impact.
Communication
Communicates the benefits and goals of the 4-H program to clientele.
Makes sure youth parents and adult leaders are aware of events activates meetings and any registration deadlines.
Uses social media virtual tools and newsletters to communicate.
Uses local newspaper social media and other tools to promote 4-H.
Listens to feedback and acts to improve.
Teamwork
Shares information expertise and resources with others.
Is part of the county Extension Service team to insure and success of the whole Extension program.
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Minimum Qualifications
High School diploma or equivalent required.
Must have reliable transportation for use on the job with liability insurance in effect.
Must successfully complete the standard background check which includes the Arkansas Child Abuse and Neglect Central Registry Check.
Knowledge Skills & Abilities
Ability to conduct programs and work with all clientele regardless of race color national origin religion gender age disability marital or veteran status or any other legally protected status. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to keep accurate records and submit timely reports of activities. Ability to respond positively to supervisor direction. Ability to work without close daily supervision.
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All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site
Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.
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The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture may conduct pre-employment background checks on certain positions for applicants being considered for employment. The background checks may include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal background check or arrest pending adjudication information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absences of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a consistent non-discriminatory manner consistent with the state and federal law.
The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law including age race color national origin disability religion protected veteran status military service genetic information sex sexual preference or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex may be sent to the Universitys Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.
All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.
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About Company
UACCB is a two-year, accredited Arkansas community college with on-campus and online classes offering a variety of degrees and technical certificates.
