4-H Program Technician

Job Type: time type
Full time

Job Number: job requisition
id
R0081753

Location: Little Rock
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Type
of Position:
Researchers

Workstudy Position:

No

Job
Type:
Regular

Work Shift:

Sponsorship
Available:

No

Institution Name:
Division of Agriculture of the University of Arkansas
The
University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture is a state wide campus, with faculty based on University campuses, at Research and
Extension Centers and in every Arkansas county. It consists of the Arkansas Agricultural Experiment Station (AES) and the Arkansas
Cooperative Extension Service (CES), and is home to more than 1400 employees. The Division was established in 1959 and is headed by the
Vice-President for Agriculture. The Division headquarters is located in Little Rock with the rest of the University of Arkansas System
Administration. As an employer, the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace
culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance.

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary
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contact the Division’s Office of Program & Employment Compliance at [email protected].

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Human Resources at 501-671-2219 or 479-502-9820.

Department:
4H & Youth Development

Department’s
Website:

4H.UADA.EDU

Summary of Job Duties:
Responsibilities:
Program Planning,
Development, and Marketing
* Assist the AR 4-H Outdoor Skills Instructor in development and planning outdoor skills activities and
curriculum.
* Assist the AR 4-H Outdoor Skills Instructor with marketing efforts
* Develop educational resources including
supplemental materials to support existing curriculum
Collaboration & Cooperation – for statewide programming
* Work collaboratively
with other State 4-H Staff
* Work collaboratively with Support Staff
* Work collaboratively with 4-H Center staff
* Work
collaboratively with other Extension staff
* Work collaboratively with external clients
Professional Development
* Attend training
to develop and maintain programmatic facilitation skills
* Attend training to attain and maintain certifications relevant to the
job
Program Implementation
* Assist the AR 4-H Outdoor Skills Coordinator with facilitation of all forms or programming both in
person and virtual
* Assist with the development and teaching of workshops to meet county and state needs.
* Assist with all shooting
sports endeavors including – volunteer training, enrollment, scoring, setup, event planning, and all duties related to the events.
*
Assist with Outdoor Skills endeavors including – volunteer training, enrollment, scoring, setup, event planning, and all duties related to
the events.
* Assist with inventory management
* Be able to work independently on tasks and programs extending the education reach of
the program area while reporting to and working with the Outdoor Skills faculty member.
Assist with other duties as assigned – example
4-H record books
Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree in Extension or
Ag Education, Youth Development or education, outdoor recreation, or other related area of study is required.

Preferred
Qualifications:

• Ability to develop, organize, and deliver educational programs
• Ability to develop and/or organize
  educational curriculum for youth audiences
• Excellent communication and writing skills
• Ability to work independently as well
  as part of a team; must be self-motivated and directed with the ability to achieve measurable results
• Demonstrated positive
  interpersonal skills and willingness to serve diverse audiences
• Previous work experience with Extension 4-H Youth Development and/or
  Extension preferred.
• Has knowledge of methods of teaching and instruction.
• Possesses knowledge in technical
  writing.
• Has knowledge of various needs assessment and research methods.
• Able to solve problems independently and manage
  projects alone.
• Can use computers and other forms of technology to gather data, communicate and report to other individuals and
  agencies.
• Proficiency in computer programs such as Microsoft Office applications, data management, and email. Good oral and written
  communication skills. Ability to plan, organize, and prioritize work from multiple projects. Ability to exercise initiative, make sound
  judgement, and assume responsibility for various projects and activities. Ability to respond positively to direction from supervisors and
  work without direct supervision. Ability to remain focused and exercise close attention to detail.
• Prefer 4-H shooting sports
  instructor and/or 4-H shooting sports experience or related field.

Additional Information:

For technical assistance
with the application process, please contact [email protected] or call 501-671-2219.

Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and
experience

Required Documents to Apply:

Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References
(name, email, business title), Resume

Optional Documents:

Special Instructions to
Applicants:

Recruitment Contact Information:

Jesse Bocksnick – 4-H Outdoor Skills Coordinator – [email protected] -Office: 501-671-2290 – Cell: 501-398-6091.

All application materials
must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS

Please do not send to listed recruitment
contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:
Child Maltreatment, Criminal Background
Check

The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture may conduct pre-employment background checks on certain positions for
applicants being considered for employment. The background checks may include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check.
Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal background check or arrest pending adjudication information alone shall
not disqualify an applicant in the absences of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used
in a consistent, non-discriminatory manner consistent with the state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas is an equal
opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and
employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion,
protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the
application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the
U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the
first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information
Act.

Constant Physical Activity:
Balancing, Climbing, Crawling, Crouching, Driving, Feeling, Grasping,
Hearing, Kneeling, Lifting, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Repetitive Motion, Sharps,
Sitting, Standing, Stooping, Talking, Walking

Frequent Physical Activity:
Balancing, Climbing, Crawling,
Crouching, Driving, Feeling, Grasping, Hearing, Kneeling, Lifting, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Pulling, Pushing,
Reaching, Repetitive Motion, Sharps, Sitting, Standing, Stooping, Talking, Walking

Occasional Physical
Activity:
Balancing, Climbing, Crawling, Crouching, Driving, Feeling, Grasping, Hearing, Kneeling, Lifting, Manipulate items
with fingers, including keyboarding, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Repetitive Motion, Sharps, Sitting, Standing, Stooping, Talking,
Walking

Benefits Eligible:
Yes