Henry County 4-H Program Assistant

The Henry County Program Assistant position is a non-exempt position within UGA Cooperative Extension. This position primarily delivers 4-H programming to local youth. This person works cooperatively with all Extension faculty and staff where applicable and is administratively responsible to the appropriate County Extension Coordinator and the District Extension Director. Work in this occupation is by nature a combination of office and field work.

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http://georgia4h.org/

http://extension.uga.edu/county-offices/henry.html

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with county, district, and state staff, local government employees, and clientele.

Complete 4-H Chaperone Training.

Proficient in typing, filing, and computer skills such as Windows, Microsoft Office and.

Ability to learn about all of the services and resources available to county Extension clientele and the ability to assist clientele with access to these services and resources.

Involves a combination of office and field work. Driving.

Conduct in-school club meetings and deliver prepared curriculums that meet state (Georgia Professional Standards) guidelines. Plan ahead and cooperate with staff members to coordinate programs

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. Incorporate the results of program evaluations and feedback in planning future programs and techniques used in implementing programs.

Identify, recruit, train, involve, and recognize volunteers in planning, teaching, and evaluating Extension 4-H programs and assist interested volunteers in the successful completion of the 4-H Chaperone Training. Recruit 9 to 18 year old students to become involved in 4-H educational programs.

Use local mass media to publicize 4-H events and accomplishments. Use county website and internet media to increase 4-H program outreach. Make reports to appropriate clientele and public officials through media, personal contacts, and/or group meetings to provide information on progress of 4-H programs and coordinate reporting with other county staff members.

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. Cooperate with other staff in preparing joint reports.

Perform specific tasks and assume leadership for certain program areas as specified by the District Extension Director or County Extension Coordinator. 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.

Demonstrate personal interest and involvement in local community by joining local civic organizations (or supporting their efforts) and networking with community leaders.