State 4-H Office Program Assistant (0.5 FTE)

Updated: over 1 year ago
Location: Fort Collins, COLORADO
Deadline: 09 Oct 2022

Posting Details
Position Information


Classification Title Temporary Hourly
Employment Category Temporary
Is this an Hourly position? Yes
Work Hours/Week 0-20
Overtime Eligible? Yes
Position Location Fort Collins, CO 80523
Does this position qualify for hybrid or remote work?
Description of Work Unit
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Search Contact Email [email protected]
Position Summary
This individual works as part of the 4-H team in the Colorado State 4-H Office by supporting programs, activities and events. The position also provides support and assistance directly to the 4-H Animal Science and Shooting Sports Specialist, and other 4-H Specialists as needed.
Position Minimum Qualifications
  • High School Diploma
  • Past experience supporting educational programs and activities
  • Demonstrated experience working with volunteers
  • Evidence of drive and initiative. Must be a self-starter
  • Demonstrated ability to follow through with tasks as assigned
  • Demonstrated organizational skills
  • Ability to communicate effectively both verbal and written
  • Demonstrated use of technology in managing and/or delivering programs
Preferred Qualifications
  • Knowledge of Extension and the land grant university system
  • Knowledge and experience with 4-H Youth Development programming
  • Experience in fund raising or cost recovery efforts
  • Demonstrated ability to use social and mass media (Internet, Facebook, radio, newspapers)
  • Ability to speak Spanish

Posting Details


Working Title State 4-H Office Program Assistant (0.5 FTE)
Posting Number 202200694T
Department Engagement and Extension Youth Development
Salary Range $25-27/hr depending on experience
Employee Benefits
Visit CSU’s Human Resources website for detailed benefit plan information for temporary employees in the following University benefit area: https://hr.colostate.edu/hr-community-and-supervisors/benefits/benefits-eligibility/
Close Date 10/09/2022
Special Instructions to Applicants
For full consideration, all materials must be received directly at https://jobs.colostate.edu/ . Please submit the following to apply:
  • Resume
  • Cover Letter
  • Special Required Documentation:
    • Statement (no more than 5 pages) of how you meet all the “Required” and “Preferred” criteria listed in the Vacancy Announcement. Please respond to each bullet point separately. Only one document upload is allowed, no larger than 9 megabytes. Please convert your Statement pages into one PDF file. 
    • Name, address, telephone, e-mail address, and your relationship to at least four (4) references. References will not be contacted without prior notification of candidates.

For questions regarding the positions, qualifications, or job duties, please contact Sam Lowry at [email protected].
Background Check Policy Statement
Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.
EEO Statement
Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or pregnancy in its employment, programs, services and activities, and admissions, and, in certain circumstances, marriage to a co-worker. The University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity and equal access institution and affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. The Office of Equal Opportunity is located in 101 Student Services.
The Title IX Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Title IX Programs and Gender Equity, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-1715, [email protected] .
The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Equal Opportunity, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, [email protected] .
The Coordinator for any other forms of misconduct prohibited by the University’s Policy on Discrimination and Harassment is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, Co. 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, [email protected] .
Any person may report sex discrimination under Title IX to the Office of Civil Rights, Department of Education .
Diversity Statement
Personal or professional commitment to diversity and inclusion as demonstrated by persistent effort, active planning, allocation of resources and/or accountability for diversity and inclusion outcomes.

Essential Job Duties


Job Duty Category Program Planning and Implementation
Duty/Responsibility
This individual works under the guidance and supervision of the 4-H Animal Science & Shooting Sports Specialist. Primary duties include, but are not limited to the following:
  • Support statewide 4-H programs, events and activities administered by the State 4-H Office Team
  • Assist with 4-H Animal Science & Shooting Sports program organization, data management and communications with State 4-H Advisory Committees
  • Assist with State 4-H Shooting Sports trainings and contests, evening and weekend events, and occasional events requiring overnight stays
  • Assist with various 4-H Horse and Livestock meetings, contests, evening and weekend events, and occasional events requiring overnight stays
  • Provide program assistance for the State 4-H Specialists as assigned
  • Other duties as assigned
Percentage Of Time 100%

References


Minimum References Required 4
Maximum References Required


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