4-H Youth Development Summer AgDiscovery Camp Program Assistant

TITLE: 4-H Youth Development AgDiscovery Camp Program Assistant

DEPARTMENT: Cooperative Extension                                                     

REPORTS TO: 4-H Program Leader

EFFECTIVE DATE: June 1 - 22, 2024

EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Seasonal         

EMPLOYMENT CLASSIFICATION: Exempt                            

PRINCIPAL PURPOSE OF JOB: The Camp Program Assistant works directly with the Program Director for 4-H Youth Development to provide administrative support, coordination, and implementation of the summer youth programs throughout the duration of the programs.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Assist with implementation of all aspects of program activities.
• Contribute to development of program activities.
• Communicate program information with collaborators, dorm supervisors, recreation counselors, mentors/couselors, participants and parents
• Prepare reports as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

OTHER DUTIES: Perform other duties when required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma
• Basic experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.

Licensing and Certifications: None.            

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES:

• Strong organizational skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to gather and analyze statistical data and generate reports
• Ability to perform complex tasks and to prioritize multiple projects
• Ability to create, compose, and edit written materials
• Program planning and implementation skills
• Current driver’s license

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

• This position has no supervisory responsibilities. 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to work days, evenings and weekends for the duration of assigned program(s)
• Must be able to climb several floors of stairs rapidly
• Travel required within the program parameters
• Ability to lift 20 lbs

KENTUCKY STATE UNIVERSITY is an Equal Opportunity Employer

The functions, qualifications, knowledge/skills, and physical requirements listed in this job description represent the essential duties of the job, which the incumbent must be able to perform either with or without reasonable accommodation. The Job Functions listed do not necessarily include all activities that the individual may perform. The College of Agriculture, Community, and the Sciences strives for inclusive excellence and is interested in qualified candidates who can contribute to this effort through their research, teaching, and/or Extension programs.