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Extension Program Assistant III, Anderson County

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Extension Program Assistant III, PROSPER

Department of Family and Consumer Sciences

UT Extension, Anderson/Scott counties

Pay Grade 36

 

The Extension Program Assistant will work to support the PROSPER project in Anderson and Scott counties under the direction of the FCS Extension Agent and County Director. This full-time, grant-funded position will assist with grant activities aim at implementing and evaluating a community-based substance abuse prevention strategy. Continuation of this position is dependent upon grant funding and satisfactory work performance.

Duties include:

 

    Provide leadership for grant activities that meets the needs of all eligible clientele regardless of race, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, religion or veteran status.Complete any required training for this position.Assist with program implementation activities throughout the county.Work cooperatively with all county Extension staff for the implementation of grant activities, including planning, coordination of activities, and training/teaching. Assisting the agent in planning and conducting training.Assist in promoting PROSPER activities to local organizations and community sites.Assist in needs assessment, enrollment and reports, and preparing program materials. Complete timesheets and travel records per University policy.  Assist with other duties as assigned related to tasks for the PROSPER project.


Qualifications
REQUIREMENTS

  • High school diploma, GED or equivalent.
  • Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred.
 

Experience:

  • Minimum five years of related experience required and prior training experience.
  • Preference will be given to those with more than 5 years of related experience and teaching experience, and 2 or more years of supervisory and training experience.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to teach prepared curriculum and preparing materials that support the program.
  • Ability to create curriculum.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel), Outlook. 
  • Ability to make public presentations.
  • Ability to travel across the county.
 

UT Extension provides a gateway to the University of Tennessee as the outreach unit of the Institute of Agriculture. With an office in every Tennessee County, UT Extension delivers educational programs and research- based information to citizens throughout the state. In cooperation with Tennessee State University, UT Extension works with farmers, families, youth and communities, to improve lives by addressing problems and issues at the local, state, and national levels.



Job: Extension Support
Primary Location: US-Tennessee-Knoxville
Organization: Anderson County
Schedule: Full-time
Job Posting: Feb 10, 2021, 9:10:05 AM

Organization

Working at The University of Tennessee, Knoxville

Founded in 1794, the University of Tennessee is one of the nation’s oldest and most storied public universities. Based in Knoxville, Tennessee’s flagship land-grant institution includes the statewide Institute of Agriculture and the Space Institute in Tullahoma. The university embodies excellence in teaching, discovery, scholarship, research, creative activity, outreach, and engagement. Known as the Volunteers, we lead with a spirit of selflessness, empathy, and courage, and strive to be champions for diversity, equity, and inclusion

UT Knoxville is a Research 1 university with 11 academic colleges and more than 900 programs of study. With an enrollment of more than 30,000 students, our academic programs are repeatedly ranked top in their class. The university co-manages Oak Ridge National Laboratory, the country’s most prominent national lab, driving innovation in advanced manufacturing and materials, national security, and more. We are closely connected with our communities through outreach and extension efforts across Tennessee and through partnerships with non-profits, corporations, and industries—regionally, nationally, and around the globe.

The city of Knoxville is nestled in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains. The modern, thriving community is surrounded by gorgeous lakes and hundreds of miles of walking, hiking, and biking trails. Situated along the banks of the Tennessee River, our beautiful features an eclectic music scene, internationally recognized festivals, unique restaurants, and a robust offering of diverse cultural activities. Knoxville is located within a day’s drive of Atlanta, Nashville, Asheville, Charlotte, Louisville, Cincinnati, Memphis, Chicago, and Washington D.C.

Knoxville and the surrounding counties have a population of more than 850,000 people. The region houses many leading corporations and organizations, including Oak Ridge National Laboratory, Pilot/Flying J, the Tennessee Valley Authority, and Regal Cinemas, along with HGTV, Food Network, and other networks owned by Discovery Inc.

As a member of the UT family, you will be surrounded by top-notch faculty, staff, and students from around the world. You will be part of a diverse campus community that is passionate about changing the world and cheering for the Vols on game day.

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