Interim 4-H Program Assistant, Faribault or Goodhue County (2 open positions)

Title: Interim 4-H Program Assistant, Faribault or Goodhue County

Classification: Temp/Casual (0001), Hourly Position, Non-benefits Eligible

Starting Salary: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour

Appointment: See dates below for each location; approximately 40 hours per week

Office Location: Faribault County or Goodhue County

Apply By: December 2, 2024; Applications will be reviewed as submitted for consideration

Location & Appointment (2 open positions):

Faribault County (office is located at 435 S. Grove St., Ste. 1C Blue Earth, MN 56013)

• Tentative start date January 6, 2025 and end date no later than March 14, 2025

Goodhue County (office is located at 509 W 5th Street Red Wing, MN 55066)

• Tentative start date January 13, 2025 and end date no later than April 4, 2025

About the Position

This Youth Development interim 4-H Program Assistant position manages the day-to-day coordination and delivery of local (county) 4-H programming due to temporary vacancy. Candidates are expected to be onsite in a specific county office location and be present in the community in which this position supports; this position is not relocation reimbursement eligible. Hours will vary and will include evenings and weekends.

This interim 4-H Program Assistant will manage and steward the 4-H Youth Development program under the direct supervision of the Program Leader. Duties of this position include but are not limited to:

Program Coordination - 40%

• Ensure the county program is working towards statewide 4-H program outcomes.
• Work with the local governing board (Federation/Leaders Council, and county committees) to move forward program plans.
• Maintain and ensure program accessibility and quality to all youth through a full range of 4-H Club experiences (community, after school, site based and project clubs).
• Manage opportunities for reflection and public recognition (e.g., showcase at county fair, awards program).
• Coordinate youth and volunteer involvement in regional, state and national 4-H Youth Development programs.
• Collaborate with colleagues in county, regional, and state positions to ensure quality youth programs.
• Follow and implement University of Minnesota, Extension, and Minnesota 4-H Youth Development policies and practices.

Volunteer Coordination - 35%

• Work with regional volunteer systems Extension educator to:
  • Manage the volunteer system (e.g., identify, select, train, utilize, recognize, evaluate volunteers).
  • Address problems that arise with volunteer roles.
• Ensure volunteers are appropriately screened for their role.
• Respond to volunteer request for resources
• Provide resources to volunteers that support their role (e.g., club start up, online training links, training options)

Marketing, Recruitment, Evaluation & Reporting Support- 15%

• Communicate 4-H program opportunities to members, families, volunteers, and partners using email, social media, direct mail, etc.
• Promote and market the 4-H youth development program.
• Distribute marketing materials provided for regional, state, and national 4-H educational programs and events.
• Work with the Program Leader to communicate the value, impacts and outcomes of the 4-H youth development program to local stakeholders and media.
• Collect and ensure entry of data for program reporting.

4-H Program Operations - 10%

• Follow all fiscal policies, including reporting for tax purposes.
• Manage established processes for youth enrollment, volunteer enrollment, and event participation.
• Apply risk management procedures to youth programs.
• Ensure completion of chartering process for 4-H Federation/Council and 4-H clubs/groups (fall/winter)
• Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications (must be on resume):

• High school diploma/GED
• Experience in youth work (this can be met with a combination of volunteer experience, employment experience, education/classes in youth work and related)
• Basic experience with word processing, e-mail, and internet browsers.
• Experience working with clientele both face-to-face and on the phone.
• Proficient in oral and written English communication skills

Preferred qualifications:

• Two years of full-time equivalent experience in youth work (prefer this is met with employment experience, however, this can be met with a combination of volunteer experience, employment experience, education/classes in youth work and related).
• Education in sociology, youth development, or related field.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Educational program and event coordination, teaching, and evaluation skills.
• Experience working with volunteers.
• Basic understanding of youth development principles.

Additional Requirements/Working Conditions:

• Valid driver's license and access to vehicle with required insurance as this position works in the community. Must be able to travel several times per week regionally/statewide occasionally. (Mileage reimbursement provided)
• Work within an office as well as in various educational settings.
• Work days, evenings, and weekends, as needed, to meet responsibilities of the position.
• When not in an assigned office location, a mobile phone number is required to meet responsibilities of this position.
• Must have the ability to lift, carry, pull, and push 20 pounds.
• Must be able to stand for 90 minutes at a time and/or sit for 90 minutes at a time. Some days will require hours of standing or sitting.
• This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship, must be currently authorized to work in the U.S.

Pay Range: $20.00 - $25.00 an hour; depending on education/qualifications/experience

Retirement plan options are available for Civil Service, Faculty, Labor-Represented, Professional & Administrative, and Temp Casual classifications. Learn more about retirement plans.

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click on the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position. Please include the following required application materials

• Cover letter - include your interest in the position.
• Resume - include Education, Experience, and Skills as detailed in the job qualifications.
  
  

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For questions about this position, contact:

Kristen Hurley; Program Leader, hurleyk@umn.edu

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