4-H Program Assistant

Current University of Arkansas System employees, including student employees and graduate assistants, need to log in to Workday via , then access Find Jobs from the Workday search bar to view and apply for open positions.

Students at University of Arkansas System two-year institutions will also view open positions and apply within Workday by searching for Find Jobs for Students .

All Job Postings will close at 12 : 01 a.m. CT on the specified Closing Date (if designated).

If you close the browser or exit your application prior to submitting, the application process will be saved as a draft.

You will be able to access and complete the application through My Draft Applications located on your Candidate Home page.

Closing Date : Type of Position :

Type of Position : Clerical

Clerical

Workstudy Position : Job Type :

Job Type : Regular

Regular

Work Shift :

Sponsorship Available :

Institution Name :

Division of Agriculture of the University of Arkansas

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.

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.

To apply for the position, please click the Apply link / button.

If you have a disability and need assistance with the hiring process and require reasonable accommodations, please contact the Division's Office of Inclusion, Access, and Compliance at

For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at 501-671-2219 or 479-502-9820.

Department's Website :

Summary of Job Duties :

The 4-H Program Assistant works for an assigned county Extension program under the supervision of a county agent in the area of 4-H & youth development.

Duties :

Markets the 4-H Program. Promotes 4-H at every school program conducted. Writes news articles for local newspaper and website.

Places posters and signs in high traffic areas around county. Recruits new 4-H members ages 5-19 and new 4-H leaders who are willing to complete required paperwork.

Conducts promotion activities throughout the year. Maintains office hours to meet prospective members and return phone calls.

Conducts / assists with 4-H competitions, activities, and workshops. Attend training to learn rules and regulations of all 4-H competitions.

Informs and trains 4-H members, leaders, and parents the rules and regulations of all 4-H competitions. Compiles necessary equipment, secure location, and promote each competition, activity, or workshop.

Secures awards for 4-H competitions.

Maintains 4-H Clubs. Maintains working relationship with all 4-H leaders, members and parents. 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.

Completes monthly 4-H newsletter to inform 4-H members, leaders, and parents of all 4-H opportunities. Plans, organizes, sets-up, conducts, and cleans-up after all 4-H events, competitions, and activities in the county.

Attends local 4-H Club meetings. Conducts regular 4-H leader training meetings.

Qualifications :

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent required. Must agree to comply with the Youth Protection policy, including authorized release of relevant Arkansas Child Abuse & Neglect Central Registry records.

Ability to work without close supervision is required. Transportation for use on the job with liability insurance in effect is required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Ability to conduct programs & 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 & in writing. Ability to keep accurate records & submit timely reports of activities.

Ability to respond positively to supervisor direction. Ability to work without close daily supervision.

Additional Information :

Applicants for this position are required to upload a Resume, Cover letter, and a list of three (3) references including name, phone number and email address (if available) prior to submitting the application.

Once an application is submitted, the applicant will not be able to edit the application or upload additional documents.

If you have technical issues uploading a document or if you have a need to provide additional documentation after submitting your application, email

Salary Information :

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply :

Cover Letter / Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Optional Documents :

Special Instructions to Applicants :

Recruitment Contact Information :

Blanca Hernandez, County Extension Agent - Staff Chair, 501-340-6650,

Pre-employment Screening Requirements :

Child Maltreatment, Criminal Background Check, Motor Vehicle Reports Check, Sex Offender Registry

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, affirmative action institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity).

Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's 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.

Constant Physical Activity :

Balancing, Crouching, Driving, Feeling, Grasping, Hearing, Kneeling, Lifting, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Repetitive Motion, Sharps, Sitting, Standing, Stooping, Talking, Walking

Frequent Physical Activity :

Climbing

Occasional Physical Activity :

Crawling

Benefits Eligible :