Description

External Retirement Plan TRS Employment Type Employee Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible Full/Part time Full Time Work Schedule Additional Schedule Information
8:00am - 5:00pm Monday through Friday with occasional nights and weekends.
Advertised Salary $36,000, Commensurate with Experience Posting Date 10/23/2025 Open until filled Yes Closing Date Proposed Starting Date 11/23/2025 Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants who apply by November 5, 2025, will be fully considered.
Location of Vacancy Griffin Area EEO Policy Statement
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Position Information

Classification Title Extension Program Asst II FLSA Non-Exempt FTE 1.00 Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent and 2 years of related experience
Preferred Qualifications Position Summary
Responsible for implementation and program support of 4-H program in Northwest (NW) District. Work involves the supervision of tasks necessary in planning, developing, and directing 4-H programs and events and managing foundation and expansion funds.

Position involves frequent evening and weekend work and district wide travel.
This person works cooperatively with the 4-H Program Development Coordinator (PDC) and District Extension Director (DED).
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

• Successful experience in program coordination and management
• Excellent communication skills
• Leadership experience and management skills
• Ability to work with limited supervision
• Possess driver's license and a personal vehicle for official-duty travel.

Physical Demands

• Physical activity to conduct programs (pack and move boxes, handle equipment, load and unload vehicles)
• Travel to events
• Driving as needed to perform job duties

Is driving a responsibility of this position? Yes Is this a Position of Trust? Yes Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? Yes Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? Yes Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) No Credit and P-Card policy
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Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule, allocate, and prioritize 4-H workload to meet operating requirements and supervise day to day program operations.
• Duties include preparation for district and state 4-H events and on-site 4-H event management with some travel involved; using established electronic and local systems help manage county registration and enrollment requirements.
• Work with district 4-H youth board of directors, manage correspondence of information and travel arrangements for group.

Percentage of time 25 Duties/Responsibilities

• Assist with 4-H program details including faculty and staff trainings. Includes managing registration and set up such as scheduling facilities, speakers, A/V equipment, webinars, online meetings and coordinating meals when applicable.
• Prepare electronic and printed materials for trainings and events using established office and electronic systems; track county participation and other accountability data; maintain county 4-H program files
• Conference planner for district events and agent trainings.

Percentage of time 25 Duties/Responsibilities

• Position will manage finances for 4-H Educational Programs, Expansion and DED Foundations Accounts and maintain records in financial spreadsheets.
• Organize and interpret financial data and monetary strategic planning for all 4-H events for the year.
• Provide detailed summary of each event for administration's review. Manage 4- H PDC travel requests and expense account support.
• Responsible for 4-H supplies and inventory.

Percentage of time 20 Duties/Responsibilities

• Support the administrative needs of the 4-H PDC and the district 4-H program.
• Provide technical support for managing district 4-H communications, correspondence to and from staff in county offices.
• Answer incoming calls, emails, fax, etc., relating to any and all 4-H events, programs, materials.

Percentage of time 15 Duties/Responsibilities

• Support on-site management including supervision of adult volunteers and youth.

Percentage of time 10 Duties/Responsibilities

• Coordinate the district officer leadership program.

Percentage of time 5

Contact Information

Recruitment Contact

Contact Details
For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.
Recruitment Contact Name Tracy Gauge Recruitment Contact Email nwdist@uga.edu Recruitment Contact Phone

Posting Specific Questions

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1. This position is based out of Griffin, Georgia. Are you willing and able to work from this location?
   • Yes
   • No
   • No Response
2. How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
   • Public Job Posting
   • Internal Job Posting
   • Agency Referral
   • Advertisement/Publication
   • Personal Referral
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3. Do you possess a valid driver's license?
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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume/CV
2. Cover Letter
3. List of References with Contact Information

Optional Documents

1. Unofficial Letters of Recommendation
2. Other Documents #1