4-H Program Assistant

Overview The Sevier County 4-H Assistant Coordinator is a 25-hour-per-week position that works alongside the County 4-H Coordinator to support the needs and priorities of the Sevier County 4-H program. The position provides flexible support across county programs, with current responsibilities including youth leadership, Teen Council, Youth Leadership Team, Junior Teen Council, countywide communication and marketing, grant and budget management, volunteer and club fundraising support, and regional 4-H activities. The assistant will help youth develop leadership and offer mentorship for youth activities while also providing reliable support to the County 4-H Coordinator in areas where additional assistance is needed. Responsibilities may shift as program needs and priorities change, with the Coordinator providing overall direction and oversight while working collaboratively with the assistant to determine how their time can best support the county program. The assistant may also provide support for state, national, and other special events as time and program needs allow. The 4-H Coordinator will work with the assistant to determine when this support fits within the position’s priorities and maximum 25-hour workweek while ensuring that core county responsibilities remain covered. Responsibilities 1. Program Support & Operations Support daily operations and county program needs. Adapt to changing program priorities and responsibilities. Provide reliable assistance to the County 4-H Coordinator. Help maintain well-organized and positive youth experiences. Contribute to building a sustainable and growing county 4-H program. 2. Youth Leadership Development Strengthen youth leadership programs and activities. Create meaningful opportunities for youth growth and development. Encourage leadership, responsibility, and engagement among participants. Support the overall positive youth development mission of 4-H. 3. Partnership & Team Collaboration Operate as part of a collaborative team with the County 4-H Coordinator. Take ownership of assigned responsibilities. Receive and apply direction, support, and oversight from the Coordinator. Communicate regularly regarding program needs, priorities, and workload. 4. Communication & Volunteer Support Maintain effective communication with youth, families, volunteers, and program partners. Support volunteers in carrying out program activities. Contribute to creating a welcoming and well-coordinated program environment. 5. Resource & Administrative Management Support the responsible use of program resources. Help ensure activities and events are well organized. Assist with administrative and logistical needs as assigned. Focus efforts on activities that have the greatest impact on the program. 6. Workload Management & Prioritization Work within the 25-hour-per-week maximum schedule. Communicate proactively when workload demands exceed available hours. Collaborate with the County 4-H Coordinator to prioritize work. Identify tasks that should be postponed, delegated, or rescheduled. Maintain focus on the highest-priority needs of the program. Measures of Success Strong youth leadership development. Effective communication with stakeholders. Well-supported programs and volunteers. Responsible use of resources. Reliable support for county 4-H operations. Positive, organized experiences for youth. Sustainable program growth and adaptability. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Valid driver’s license to perform essential job responsibilities, such as driving university vehicles and transporting materials. Must have access to reliable transportation to and from work site Knolwedge, Skills, and Abilities Exceptional listener and communicator who effectively conveys information verbally and in writing. Strong organizational skills. Attention to detail. Ability to effectively prioritize and juggle multiple projects. Ability to adapt to changing conditions or work assignments. Excellent interpersonal abilities. Cultural sensitivity and an ability to build rapport with a diverse workforce in multicultural settings. Team player who excels at building trusting relationships with customers and co-workers. Productive worker with solid work ethic who exerts effort in successfully completing tasks. Dependable, responsible contributor committed to excellence and success. Self-starter who takes initiative with minimal supervision. Willingness to learn new skills or techniques. Job offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Required Documents Along with the online application, please attach: Resume to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under “Resume/CV” Names and contact information for 3 professional references to be entered at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile Cover Letter to be typed/pasted at the end of your application **Document size may not exceed 10 MB.** Advertised Salary $20.00/hour ADA 1.  Work Environment: The position may be performed in a variety of settings depending on program and departmental needs. Work may occur in both indoor and outdoor environments. Work locations may include: Offices Event spaces Public spaces Work assignments and environments may vary based on the specific functions being performed. 2. Indoor Working Conditions: When working indoors, employees are generally protected from weather conditions. Work is performed in office, event, or public spaces. Protected from rain, snow, and other weather elements. May still experience temperature variations within indoor spaces. May sit for extended periods of time. Frequent use of computers and repetitive hand motions such as typing. 3. Outdoor Working Conditions: When working outdoors, employees may be exposed to environmental conditions.