Laurel County Cooperative Extension Service is Hiring – 2 positions available

Extension Assistant for 4-H Youth Development – Laurel County

As an Extension Assistant for 4-H Youth Development, you will be responsible for providing administrative support to the 4-H Youth Development program area and the 4-H Youth Development County Agent(s). You will report to an Extension Agent and there will be a high level of interaction with the public. The Extension Assistant will be expected to be knowledgeable of the philosophy, goals and objectives, policies and procedures of the Cooperative Extension Service. General duties include program support, teaching, recruitment & marketing, and record keeping while conducting yourself professionally. Under the supervision of the 4-H Youth Development Extension Agent(s), the Extension Assistant will assist in:

•  Quickbooks
•  maintaining budget files
•  promoting and organizing new 4-H clubs
•  recruiting members and volunteer leaders
•  providing support and guidance to existing 4-H clubs
•  recruiting and working with volunteers in conducting events and activities such as group projects, 4-H achievement events, and public presentation programs
•  serving all clientele, ensuring that all youth and adults have an equal opportunity to participate in extension programs regardless of economic or social status and will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnic origin, national origin, creed, religion, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information, age, veteran status, or physical or mental disability

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.

Deadline to apply is March 3, 2025.

Apply online at:  https://ukjobs.uky.edu/postings/570972

Program Assistant

Under the supervision of the County Extension Agent for Family & Consumer Sciences and/or Area Extension Agent for Food and Nutrition, the person filling this position will be responsible for delivering nutrition education programs to limited resource individuals and families. Educational programs may include workshops, exhibits, presentations, and food demonstrations on topics such as basic nutrition, food security, food safety, and food budget management. Regular duties include: Recruiting and enrolling youth, individuals, and families in the Nutrition Education Program; Planning and organizing the educational delivery; Evaluating the programs and submitting required records including computer and web based reports promptly; and Attending all training conferences. The Program Assistant will also refer to county extension agents the names, needs, and/or interest for individuals in areas other than nutrition.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.

Deadline to apply is March 2, 2025.

Apply online at:  https://ukjobs.uky.edu/postings/570689