University of Maryland, College Park - UME-Cecil - Extension Program Assistant - APLU (2024)

Nonexempt Benefits Summary

Founded in 1856, University of Maryland, College Park is the flagship institution in the University System of Maryland. Our 1,250-acre College Park campus is just minutes away from Washington, D.C., and the nexus of the nation’s legislative, executive, and judicial centers of power. This unique proximity to business and technology leaders, federal departments and agencies, and a myriad of research entities, embassies, think tanks, cultural centers, and non-profit organizations is simply unparalleled. Synergistic opportunities for our faculty and students abound and are virtually limitless in the nation’s capital and surrounding areas. The University is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding and diverse faculty and staff that will enhance our stature of preeminence in our three missions of teaching, scholarship, and full engagement in our community, the state of Maryland, and in the world.

Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify you from employment.

Under the supervision of theAEDand with support of the 4-H educator, this position performs a variety of technical duties to carry out the teaching, demonstration, and other educational and outreach activities in 4-H, and assists with other programs such as educational programs, youth camp, the County Fair, 4-H achievement events, promotional events, and assisting with clubs in close partnership with the 4-H educator. The individual is self-motivated and should meet and communicate with the Cecil County 4-H educator on a weekly basis.

• • Three years experience performing a variety of duties in support of the teaching, demonstration, and advising work of Extension agents or in community outreach, or social services programs.
  • Valid Maryland Non-commercial Class C or equivalent driver’s license and transportation. Must pass a background check.

• Working knowledge of 4-H or youth programs.
• Skill to plan and carry out details of projects with general instruction.
• Skill to make arithmetic calculations, analyze data and draw conclusions.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Skill to establish and maintain successful working relationships.
• Ability to take direction and feedback.
• Ability to lift and transport supplies and equipment.
• Ability to operate manual and automated office equipment and personal computers.
• Evidence of capacity to buildUMEDiversity, Equity, Inclusion and Respect capacity through Extension program model.
• This position is subject to a Criminal History Record Check and University of Maryland Background check. Employment is contingent upon successful completion and clearance of the Criminal History Record Check.

Responsibilities:

• • Works closely with 4-H educator to implement planning for various programs augmenting the Cecil County 4-H Youth Development Program – notably the Chicks in the Classroom and other programs in partnership withCCPS
  • Under the guidance of the 4-H educator, provides leadership and expertise for an educational program seeking to grow and enhance 4-H and youth outreach
  • Responds to oral and written requests for information (internal and external). Assists with data compilation and compliance requirements.
  • Makes educational presentations and leads discussions at club meetings, workshops, seminars and conferences.
  • Recruits 4-H youth participants and volunteer program leaders.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Nature of the Position:This position frequently presents information through vocal and written communication to individuals of various ages, socio-economic, and educational backgrounds.
• Physical Demands:A routine part of this position’s responsibilities would be to transport materials to and from teaching and event locations, including loading and unloading the vehicle. The employee will frequently lift and/or move items weighing up to 20 pounds. Set-up and teardown of displays, tables, and chairs would be necessary at many teaching sites.
• Environmental:Team driven, office environment of professional character, competence, and collaboration. Deadline driven in terms of program planning and reporting. This position requires the employee to work outdoors at certain times of the year, especially during the time field research, demonstrations, and meetings are conducted as well as annual county fair. This may occur during very hot and/or inclement weather.
• Visual Acuity:Visual acuity is required for preparing and analyzing written or computer data and presentations.