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Charlton County Program Assistant - 4-H

Employer
The University of Georgia
Location
Athens, GA

Job Details

Posting Details

Posting Details

Posting Number S02634P Working Title Charlton County Program Assistant - 4-H Department CAES Southeast District CES About the University of Georgia

The University of Georgia (UGA), a land-grant and sea-grant university with statewide commitments and responsibilities is the state’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (http://www.uga.edu/). UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA was founded in 1785 by the Georgia General Assembly as the first state-chartered University in the country. UGA employs approximately 1,800 full-time instructional faculty and more than 7,600 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 36,000 students including over 27,500 undergraduates and over 8,500 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 17 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.

About the College/Unit/Department College/Unit/Department website Posting Type External Retirement Plan TRS Employment Type Employee Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible Full/Part time Full Time Work Schedule Additional Schedule Information

8AM – 5PM, Monday – Friday with possible nights and weekends

Advertised Salary $27,000 Posting Date 02/26/2019 Open until filled Yes Closing Date Proposed Starting Date 03/25/2019 Special Instructions to Applicants Location of Vacancy SE District EEO Policy Statement

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status.

Position Information

Classification Title Office/Clerical Assistant Pay Grade FLSA Job Family FTE 1.0 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 qualificaitons.

Preferred Qualifications Position Summary

The County Extension 4‐H Program Assistant is a para‐professional who works with County Extension Agents to deliver the 4‐H program in their assigned geographic area and performs duties necessary to assist the county extension agents in the day‐to‐day conduct of programs. This employee works cooperatively with all Extension faculty and staff where applicable and is administratively responsible to the County Extension Coordinator and the District Extension Director and programmatically responsible to an assigned County Extension 4‐H Agent.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies Physical Demands

Some degree of physical activity is required to conduct programs (e.g. handling animals, demonstration materials, and audio-video equipment.) Be able to sit at a desk or stand in a classroom setting for extended periods of time.

Is driving required to perform essential duties outlined in this position? (This does not include infrequent trips) The successful candidate would have to provide proof that s/he has a valid driver's license when offered employment. Does this position have financial responsibilities? No Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No Credit and P-Card policy

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities
  • Conduct in‐school club meetings and deliver prepared curriculums that meet state guidelines.
  • Recruit students to become involved in 4‐H educational programs.
  • Recruit and assist interested volunteers in the successful completion of the volunteer screening procedures.
  • Assist 4‐H’ers in preparation for 4‐H competitive events including project achievement, judging teams, etc.
  • Transport or arrange for transportation of 4‐H’ers to various district and state level events and if assigned, provide leadership for youth while attending these events.
  • Use local mass media to publicize 4‐H events and accomplishments.
  • Use county website and internet media to increase 4‐H program outreach.
  • Submit accurate, complete reports on time in Georgia Counts, 4‐H Enrollment, and to District and State 4‐H Office as required and provide supplemental documentation useful in evaluating and improving educational programs as needed.
  • Work with county staff to ensure allocated funds so that equipment, supply, travel expenses, and other program supports are within limits and seek additional resources for programs.
Percentage of time 80 Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities
  • Attend and participate in training sessions/activities overnight and on weekends as directed by the 4‐H Agent, District Extension Director, or County Extension Coordinator.
  • Participate in staff conferences for planning and evaluation of joint activities and share ideas among all co‐workers, leaders, district staff, and specialists.
  • Conduct all duties in accordance with The University of Georgia Cooperative Extension Equal Opportunity plan that ensures all educational programs, assistance, and materials to all people without regard to race, ethnicity, national origin, color, gender, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability or veteran status.
  • Performs related work as required.
Percentage of time 20 Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * This position is located in Folkston, Charlton County, GA. Are you willing to work from this location?
    • yes
    • no
  2. * Do you possess a valid driver's license?
    • No Response
    • No
    • Yes
Applicant Documents Required Documents
  1. Resume/CV
Optional Documents
  1. Cover Letter
  2. List of References with Contact Information

Organization

The University of Georgia, a land-grant and sea-grant university with statewide commitments and responsibilities, is the state’s oldest and most comprehensive institution of higher education. Founded in 1785, it is the birthplace of public higher education in America.

Today, UGA enrolls more than 40,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students. The main campus has 460 buildings on 767 acres of land. The total acreage of UGA in 30 Georgia counties is 41,539. UGA has 18 colleges and schools, which include Agricultural and Environmental Sciences, Arts and Sciences, Business, Ecology, Education, Engineering, Environment and Design, Family and Consumer Sciences, Forestry and Natural Resources, Graduate School, Journalism and Mass Communication, Law, Pharmacy, Public Health, Public and International Affairs, Social Work, Veterinary Medicine, and the Honors College. It offers 24 baccalaureate degrees in more than 140 fields; 33 master’s degrees in 144 fields; 8 educational specialist degrees; four doctoral degrees in 99 areas; professional degrees in law, pharmacy and veterinary medicine; and more than 170 study-abroad and exchange programs. UGA Libraries rank among the nation’s best research libraries and contain a total of 5.3 million volumes and one of nation’s largest map collections. The university has had 25 recipients of the prestigious Rhodes Scholarship, making it one of the nation’s top Rhodes producers among public universities. UGA is home of the Peabody Awards, presented annually for distinguished achievement and meritorious public service for television, podcast/radio, and digital media. It also is home of Georgia’s State Botanical Garden, state Museum of Art and State Museum of Natural History. Additionally, UGA has one of the largest and most comprehensive public service and outreach programs conducted by an American educational institution.

Company info
Telephone
706-542-3000
Location
215 S. Jackson St.
Athens
Georgia
30602
US

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