4-H Agent Assistant - Cullman County - Military Veterans

Position Information

Requisition Number

S4315P

Home Org Name

Cullman County

Division Name

AL Cooperative Extension System

Position Title

4-H Agent Assistant - Cullman County

Job Class Code

CA01A/B

Appointment Status

Full-time

Part-time FTE

Limited Term

Yes

Limited Term Length

Job Summary

This is a limited term position that will be located in Cullman, AL. Continuation of employment is contingent upon availability of funding.

The Agent Assistant will be responsible for implementing and coordinating the goals and objectives for the Cullman County 4-H program. For the County 4-H Program, the Agent Assistant will work with schools and volunteers to coordinate and/or facilitate in-school, after-school, and special interest community 4-H clubs.

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Essential Functions

• The Agent Assistant will serve as a liaison with schools across Cullman County; promote 4-H and foster member and parent participation; keep 4-Hers informed about upcoming events and deadlines; perform 4-H enrollment data entry; assist with day camp opportunities; work with the County 4-H Team when planning programs and events.
• The Agent Assistant will support the 4-H Extension Agent or County Extension Director during 4-H programs; assist with county and regional 4-H events as-needed, and lead 4-H in-school club meetings and programs.
• The Agent Assistant will also create social media posts to promote 4-H programs and may help create educational videos for virtual programs.
• The Agent Assistant will follow and adapt research-based lesson plans designed to broaden youth social and cognitive skills through hands-on activities.
• The Agent Assistant serves as a member of the County 4-H Centennial Youth Initiative Team and assists with County 4-H and Extension activities.
• The successful applicant must have a demonstrated interest in working with youth ages 5-19 concerning a variety of issues.
• Must have good organizational skills to efficiently and accurately maintain records of youth educational sessions and progress, as well as follow the guidelines and policies of the Alabama Cooperative Extension System (ACES).
• Must have a sincere interest in working with volunteers and professional staff in an educational setting, and the ability to recruit, train and motivate volunteers while nurturing positive self esteem, decision-making and leadership skills; ability to follow instructions related to work with minimum supervision from professional staff.
• Must be able to work collaboratively and professionally with families and co-workers; must have a willingness to become familiar with and work within the ACES philosophy and guidelines.
• Must have effective communication and human relations skills; a working knowledge in operating a personal computer (i.e. software programs including Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) are all critical.
• Must have access to reliable transportation. Travel to program sites is reimbursed monthly in accordance with Auburn University & ACES policies and procedures.
• Flexibility to work potential nights, weekends, and overnight activities as required.

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Level I-High school diploma or equivalent plus 4 years of experience in the organization and/or presentation of pre-designed educational programs/services, customer service, administrative support/clerical or related experience.

Level II- High school diploma or equivalent plus 6 years of experience in the organization and/or presentation of pre-designed educational programs/services, customer service, administrative support/clerical or related experience.

Substitutions allowed for Experience:
Degrees accepted in lieu of experience, at a rate of one (1) year relevant education per year of required experience.

Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications

Minimum Skills and Abilities

Minimum Technology Skills

Minimum License and Certifications

Desired Qualifications

Desired Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability working with 4-H programming, including animal sciences, STEM, career development, and/or environmental education. Experience working with traditionally underserved audiences.

Posting Detail Information

Salary Range

$33,540-$50,480

Job Category

Administrative

Working Hours if Non-Traditional

City position is located in:

Cullman

State position is located:

Alabama

List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position

Posting Date

03/11/2025

Closing Date

EEO Statement

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Special Instructions to Applicants

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Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

Resume

Cover Letter

Optional Documents

Other

Supplemental Questions

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* Please tell us how you first heard about this opportunity.
(Open Ended Question)

* Please select the answer that best describes your current employment relationship with Auburn University:

• Current full-time Auburn or AUM employee within probationary period
• Current full-time Auburn or AUM employee outside of probationary period
• Current part-time Auburn or AUM employee
• Not an Auburn or AUM employee

* Do you have a high school diploma or equivalent?

• Yes
• No

* Do you have 4 years of experience in the organization and/orpresentation of pre-designed educational programs/services, customer service, or administrative/clerical support OR a degree to use in lieu of experience?

• Yes
• No