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Form of work
SalaryPosting Details
Classification Information
Posting Number
STH002000P
Employee Category
Student/Temporary
Position Information
Position Title
4-H Program Assistant
Location
Off Campus Location - Ada County (Boise) and Canyon County (Caldwell)
Division/College
Col of Agricultural & Life Sciences
Department
Southern District
FLSA Status
Overtime Eligible
Pay Range
$18.00 per hour
Full Time/Part Time
Full Time
Work Schedule Summary
Monday - Friday, 40 hours per week. Hours vary and are flexible, but may include 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM with some evenings and weekends required.
Position Responsibilities
Position Summary
Four positions will be hired from this posting, two in Ada County and two in Canyon County.
The mission of the University of Idaho Extension 4-H program is to help youth acquire knowledge, life skills, and attitudes that enhance their lives. The 4-H Program Assistant will work with University of Idaho Extension faculty and staff to organize, schedule, and deliver programming for the Ignite Your Spark grant in the Treasure Valley. Program sites will include schools, afterschool, recreation and summer programs. The 4-H Program Assistant will provide educational activities to support underserved and unserved youth targeting ages 5-13. The goal of this program is to introduce youth to 4-H programs and address the educational learning loss of the pandemic in the form of fun educational activities. 4-H faculty and staff will work with multiple community partners in Ada and Canyon Counties to identify core topics youth will engage in. These programs can be provided as one-time activities or in a series to allow youth the opportunity to explore different 4-H programs and to meet the needs and interests of our youth and community partners. 4-H programs can include STEM, literacy, creative arts, business and citizenship, environmental and outdoor education, food and kitchen science, first-aid, college and career readiness, exploring different cultures, family and consumer science topics, leadership, mindfulness, financial literacy, physical education/activity, or other research-based 4-H and Extension curriculum.
Responsibilities
Job Duty Function
Promote and teach 4-H activities to youth that are part of the Ignite Your Spark grant in the Treasure Valley program by:
Job Duties/Responsibilities
Percentage Of Time
90%
Essential/Marginal
Essential
Job Duty Function
Manage data and reporting by:
Job Duties/Responsibilities
Percentage Of Time
10%
Essential/Marginal
Marginal
Position Qualifications
Required Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
Posting Information
Posting Date
02/08/2023
Closing Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
To be considered, your Letter of Qualification must address EACH of the Required Qualifications. Additionally, to improve your ranking during the evaluation process, please address as many of the Preferred Qualifications as possible. Information on a resume will not be accepted as a substitute for submitting a Letter of Qualification.
Please specify in your Letter of Qualification what location you prefer:
Posting will remain open until filled. Applications received by April 21, 2023 will receive first consideration.
Background Check Statement
Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates may be required to pass a criminal background check.
EEO Statement
The University of Idaho (U of I) is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained faculty and staff. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. In compliance with applicable laws and in furtherance of its commitment to fostering an environment that welcomes and embraces diversity, U of I does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, genetic information or status as any protected veteran or military status in its programs or activities, including employment, admissions and educational programs.
Quicklink for Posting
https://uidaho.peopleadmin.com/postings/39282
Classification Information
Posting Number
STH002000P
Employee Category
Student/Temporary
Position Information
Position Title
4-H Program Assistant
Location
Off Campus Location - Ada County (Boise) and Canyon County (Caldwell)
Division/College
Col of Agricultural & Life Sciences
Department
Southern District
FLSA Status
Overtime Eligible
Pay Range
$18.00 per hour
Full Time/Part Time
Full Time
Work Schedule Summary
Monday - Friday, 40 hours per week. Hours vary and are flexible, but may include 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM with some evenings and weekends required.
Position Responsibilities
Position Summary
Four positions will be hired from this posting, two in Ada County and two in Canyon County.
The mission of the University of Idaho Extension 4-H program is to help youth acquire knowledge, life skills, and attitudes that enhance their lives. The 4-H Program Assistant will work with University of Idaho Extension faculty and staff to organize, schedule, and deliver programming for the Ignite Your Spark grant in the Treasure Valley. Program sites will include schools, afterschool, recreation and summer programs. The 4-H Program Assistant will provide educational activities to support underserved and unserved youth targeting ages 5-13. The goal of this program is to introduce youth to 4-H programs and address the educational learning loss of the pandemic in the form of fun educational activities. 4-H faculty and staff will work with multiple community partners in Ada and Canyon Counties to identify core topics youth will engage in. These programs can be provided as one-time activities or in a series to allow youth the opportunity to explore different 4-H programs and to meet the needs and interests of our youth and community partners. 4-H programs can include STEM, literacy, creative arts, business and citizenship, environmental and outdoor education, food and kitchen science, first-aid, college and career readiness, exploring different cultures, family and consumer science topics, leadership, mindfulness, financial literacy, physical education/activity, or other research-based 4-H and Extension curriculum.
Responsibilities
Job Duty Function
Promote and teach 4-H activities to youth that are part of the Ignite Your Spark grant in the Treasure Valley program by:
Job Duties/Responsibilities
- Coordinating 4-H County programming for out of school time activities (including planning, implementing, and evaluating high quality educational youth programs that may include delivery methods such as day camps, afterschool, in-school enrichment, short term and special events).
- Developing 4-H activities (both short and long term) with school districts in Ada County and Canyon County.
- Developing and implementing events for youth in the community designed to deliver high-quality educational programming to youth ages 5-13 in Ada County and Canyon Counties.
- Planning, implementing, and evaluating workshops for youth using 4-H and Extension curriculum in educational settings and managing subsequent events and activities as needed.
- Facilitating the delivery of a quality 4-H program consistent with the mission and vision of the Idaho 4-H Program in Ada County and Canyon County reaching underserved audiences with 4-H activities and events.
- Reporting such efforts consistent with civil rights reporting requirements.
Percentage Of Time
90%
Essential/Marginal
Essential
Job Duty Function
Manage data and reporting by:
Job Duties/Responsibilities
- Ensuring accurate records to comply with grant reporting and UI Extension annual reporting requirements.
Percentage Of Time
10%
Essential/Marginal
Marginal
Position Qualifications
Required Qualifications
- Experience organizing and teaching innovative and effective educational programs.
- Experience working in a team.
- Experience with problem-solving skills, conflict management, relationship building and leadership development.
- Experience with computer literacy and written communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in education, communication, STEM, or another related field.
- Experience with youth programs, STEM, literacy, creative arts, business and citizenship, environmental and outdoor education, food and kitchen science, first-aid, college and career readiness, exploring different cultures, family and consumer science topics, leadership, mindfulness, financial literacy, physical education/activity, or other research-based 4-H and Extension curriculum.
- Experience teaching/training through the 4-H Youth Development program or other youth programs.
- Knowledge of Hispanic culture and ability to communicate in Spanish, both verbally and in writing. Bilingual applicants with previous experience working with underserved and minority audiences are preferred.
- Experience working effectively with social media platforms.
- Experience networking with community organizations/agencies to deliver or partner with youth programs.
- Self-motivated, proactive, and comfortable speaking publicly and teaching youth.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- Ability to lift, carry and/or otherwise move training supplies up to 50 pounds.
- Must provide own transportation to travel to other work sites. University will follow applicable policies if personal vehicle is used, which may include reimbursement at a pre-established rate.
- Must be willing to work evenings and weekends as needed to implement program.
Posting Information
Posting Date
02/08/2023
Closing Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
To be considered, your Letter of Qualification must address EACH of the Required Qualifications. Additionally, to improve your ranking during the evaluation process, please address as many of the Preferred Qualifications as possible. Information on a resume will not be accepted as a substitute for submitting a Letter of Qualification.
Please specify in your Letter of Qualification what location you prefer:
- Ada County (Boise)
- Canyon County (Caldwell)
Posting will remain open until filled. Applications received by April 21, 2023 will receive first consideration.
Background Check Statement
Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates may be required to pass a criminal background check.
EEO Statement
The University of Idaho (U of I) is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained faculty and staff. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. In compliance with applicable laws and in furtherance of its commitment to fostering an environment that welcomes and embraces diversity, U of I does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, genetic information or status as any protected veteran or military status in its programs or activities, including employment, admissions and educational programs.
Quicklink for Posting
https://uidaho.peopleadmin.com/postings/39282
