Salary: $23.07 - $25.46 Hourly
Location : SD 57039, SD
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 23-33
Department: 4H
Opening Date: 11/08/2023
General Information
Are you looking for a job that will have long-term impact? Do you enjoy working with youth?
Do you have a degree in agriculture, or a youth related programing? Are you familiar with or participated in 4H? This job may be for you!
Lincoln County 4H Program Advisor invites applicants for a new role as the Assistant 4-H Program Advisor. This assistant works alongside the 4-H Program Advisor to help manage all 4-H programs, events, and activities. Responsibilities include researching, planning, and executing 4-H programming within the county, coordinating volunteers and participants for special events, answering public questions, as well as maintaining compliance with all policies and procedures administered by the state 4-H program. The position does require some evening and weekend work and will be based in the Lennox facility.
Examples of Duties Include
Minimum Qualifications
A Bachelor's Degree in one of the following degree areas: Agriculture, Family Consumer Sciences, Child and/or Youth
Development plus one year of experience working with youth. Must possess a valid driver's license. Must possess strong organizational skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of South Dakota 4-H Program.
The following is a summary of benefits available to full-time employees of Lincoln County. For additional information, please contact Human Resources at (605) 764-6609.
Insurance
* Coverage effective 1st of the month following 30 days of employment.
* Available for employees and dependents.
Health/Prescription - Lincoln County's health benefit plan offers insurance with HealthPartners. For employee's convenience, there are two options available - traditional co-pay plan OR high deductible plan. Pharmacy benefits included.
Dental - Lincoln County offers dental insurance through Delta Dental which covers 100% of diagnostic and preventative services.
Vision - Lincoln County offers vision insurance through EyeMed.
Life Insurance - Lincoln County provides a $15,000 basic life insurance policy for every full-time employee.
Ancillary Options -
Employee paid Short-Term Disability, Accident, and Critical Illness through Symetra.
Retirement
Retirement Plan - Lincoln County participates in the South Dakota Retirement System. Employees receive a 6% match (8% for certified law enforcement). Employees are vested after 3 years of continuous employment.
Supplemental Retirement Plan - Employees may choose to save additional funds toward retirement on a pre/post-tax basis through our SDRS - Supplemental Retirement Program.
Paid Time Off
Year 0: 9 hours per month
Years 1 - 4: 13 hours per month
Years 5 -9: 15 hours per month
Years 10 - 14: 17 hours per month
Years 15 - 19: 19 per month
20+ years: 20 hours per month
Extended Sick Leave - 5 hours of sick leave per month
Holiday Leave - 12 days per calendar year
Wellness Program
The county participates with Well365 to offer free annual biometric screenings, health coaching, and a $50 monthly wellness credit for completing the program.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Through multiple vendors, all Lincoln County employees have access to three free counseling sessions.
01
Do you currently have a valid driver's license?
02
How many years have you been involved with 4H?
03
What experience do you have with youth programming?
04
Do you have a degree in the following areas?*Agriculture*Family Consumer Sciences*Child and/or Youth
05
Where did you learn about this position?
Required Question
Location : SD 57039, SD
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 23-33
Department: 4H
Opening Date: 11/08/2023
General Information
Are you looking for a job that will have long-term impact? Do you enjoy working with youth?
Do you have a degree in agriculture, or a youth related programing? Are you familiar with or participated in 4H? This job may be for you!
Lincoln County 4H Program Advisor invites applicants for a new role as the Assistant 4-H Program Advisor. This assistant works alongside the 4-H Program Advisor to help manage all 4-H programs, events, and activities. Responsibilities include researching, planning, and executing 4-H programming within the county, coordinating volunteers and participants for special events, answering public questions, as well as maintaining compliance with all policies and procedures administered by the state 4-H program. The position does require some evening and weekend work and will be based in the Lennox facility.
Examples of Duties Include
- Work closely with community leaders and the state 4-H program to determine youth development priorities and ensure compliance with all policies and procedures administered by the state 4-H program.
- Support the Program Advisor in developing and delivering educational programs for youth within the county.
- Preparation and management of 4-H Achievement Days and South Dakota State Fair 4-H events and any other events.
- Develop and maintain professional working relationships with a variety of different boards, agencies, and community members within the community.
- Facilitate ongoing meetings with the 4-H participants and their families to establish clear communication.
- Recruit and promote 4-H membership and events to increase exposure to the program.
- Proactively monitor the success of all events and meetings. Adjust objectives and approach appropriately.
- Respond to community inquiries through in-person, email, and phone calls. Assist in the administrative responsibilities of the department.
Minimum Qualifications
A Bachelor's Degree in one of the following degree areas: Agriculture, Family Consumer Sciences, Child and/or Youth
Development plus one year of experience working with youth. Must possess a valid driver's license. Must possess strong organizational skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of South Dakota 4-H Program.
The following is a summary of benefits available to full-time employees of Lincoln County. For additional information, please contact Human Resources at (605) 764-6609.
Insurance
* Coverage effective 1st of the month following 30 days of employment.
* Available for employees and dependents.
Health/Prescription - Lincoln County's health benefit plan offers insurance with HealthPartners. For employee's convenience, there are two options available - traditional co-pay plan OR high deductible plan. Pharmacy benefits included.
- Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) are available on corresponding plans.
Dental - Lincoln County offers dental insurance through Delta Dental which covers 100% of diagnostic and preventative services.
Vision - Lincoln County offers vision insurance through EyeMed.
Life Insurance - Lincoln County provides a $15,000 basic life insurance policy for every full-time employee.
Ancillary Options -
Employee paid Short-Term Disability, Accident, and Critical Illness through Symetra.
Retirement
Retirement Plan - Lincoln County participates in the South Dakota Retirement System. Employees receive a 6% match (8% for certified law enforcement). Employees are vested after 3 years of continuous employment.
Supplemental Retirement Plan - Employees may choose to save additional funds toward retirement on a pre/post-tax basis through our SDRS - Supplemental Retirement Program.
Paid Time Off
Year 0: 9 hours per month
Years 1 - 4: 13 hours per month
Years 5 -9: 15 hours per month
Years 10 - 14: 17 hours per month
Years 15 - 19: 19 per month
20+ years: 20 hours per month
Extended Sick Leave - 5 hours of sick leave per month
Holiday Leave - 12 days per calendar year
Wellness Program
The county participates with Well365 to offer free annual biometric screenings, health coaching, and a $50 monthly wellness credit for completing the program.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Through multiple vendors, all Lincoln County employees have access to three free counseling sessions.
01
Do you currently have a valid driver's license?
- I do not currently possess a valid driver's license
- Valid Driver's License
- License with CDL Credentials
02
How many years have you been involved with 4H?
03
What experience do you have with youth programming?
04
Do you have a degree in the following areas?*Agriculture*Family Consumer Sciences*Child and/or Youth
- Yes
- No
05
Where did you learn about this position?
Required Question