Extension Program Assistant II - Sevier County

4-H Youth Development Extension Program Assistant II

Sevier County

Position is contingent upon funding and satisfactory work performance

The Extension program assistant will work up to 8 hours a week focusing on Hispanic/English as a Second Language programming. Sevier County's Spanish Speaking population continues to grow and the need for assistance in translating Spanish to English and Spanish Programming is greatly desired.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Plans, execute, evaluate, and report 4-H Youth Development educational programs under the direction of the Extension Director.

• Serve as a liaison with Spanish speaking communities and translate educational materials.

• Assumes responsibility for youth clubs, projects, activities, events, and committees.

• Secures and trains volunteer leaders and serves as an educational resource for educational youth programs within the county.

• Provide leadership for a program of activities that meets the needs of eligible clientele regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, religion or veteran status.

• Assume other duties as assigned.

• Be responsible for up to 8 hours of work a week.

Minimum/Required Qualifications (include education, experience, skills & abilities, licenses & certifications):

• Ability to translate Spanish and English written and verbally.

• Successful applicant must have a valid Tennessee driver's license.

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent, preference will be given to those with a degree related to youth development or agriculture.

• Clear background check will be required

Preferred/Desired Qualifications:

• Experience working with youth in and out of classroom settings preferred

UT Extension provides a gateway to the University of Tennessee as the outreach unit of the Institute of Agriculture. With an office in every Tennessee county, UT Extension delivers educational programs and research-based information to citizens throughout the state. In cooperation with Tennessee State University, UT Extension works with farmers, families, youth and communities, to improve lives by addressing problems and issues at the local, state and national levels.

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