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University of Kentucky Extension Assistant for Family and Consumer Sciences - Kenton County in Lexington, Kentucky


University of Kentucky

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.

Posting Details

Posting Details

Job TitleExtension Assistant for Family and Consumer Sciences - Kenton County
Requisition NumberRE45765
Working Title
Department Name81C08: KCES Region Central Area 08
Work LocationCovington, KY
Grade Level00
Salary Range
Type of PositionStaff
Position Time Status Full-Time
Required Education

No set minimum requirements.

Click here for more information about equivalencies:https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
Required Related Experience

No set minimum requirements.

Required License/Registration/Certification
None
Physical Requirements
Job-related travel; visiting clientele at sites throughout the county (including farms); sitting/standing/walking for long periods; handling of average-weight objects up to 50 lbs.
Shift
Monday-Friday (8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.); occasional nights, weekends or holidays may be required
Job Summary
Extension Assistant for Family and Consumer Sciences - Kenton County

Location: Covington, KY

As an Extension Assistant for FCS, you will be responsible for providing administrative support to the Family and Consumer Science program area and the county Agent(s). You will report to an Extension Agent and there will be a high level of interaction with the general public. The Extension Assistant will be expected to be knowledgeable of the philosophy, goals and objectives policies and procedures of the Cooperative Extension Service. General duties include program support, teaching, recruitment & marketing, and record keeping while conducting yourself in a professional manner.

Under the supervision of the Extension Agent(s), the Extension Assistant will assist in:
  • Quickbooks, maintaining budget files, promoting and organizing new clubs
  • recruiting members and volunteer leaders
  • providing support and guidance to existing clubs
  • recruiting and working with volunteers in conducting events and activities such as project groups, FCS achievement events, and public presentation programs
  • serving all clientele, ensuring that all youth and adults have an equal opportunity to participate in extension programs regardless of economic or social status and will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnic origin, national origin, creed, religion, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information, age, veteran status, or physical or mental disability.

State law requires a national and state criminal check and a letter from the Cabinet for Health and Family Services stating the employee is clear to hire based on no findings of substantiated child abuse or neglect found through a check of child abuse and neglect records as a condition of employment or involvement in this program.

Salary Range: $18.00 - $20.00
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Access, Publisher, Office 365, Teams, Skype for Business; Zoom; Quickbooks
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No
Preferred Education/Experience
Education or previous experience in family and consumer sciences, and previous experience working in an administrative support role
Deadline to Apply06/27/2024
University Community of Inclusion
The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all - identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national check and/or drug screen.


Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk ().

  1. Do you have a family member who serves as a member on any county Extension District Board in Kentucky? If yes, please state the family member’s name and the county for which this individual serves as a member of the Extension District Board.

    (Open Ended Question)

  2. * Where did you first see this position advertised other than on UK’s online employment system?
    • InsideHigherEd.com
    • HigherEdJobs.com
    • Diverseeducation.com (Diverse issues in Higher Education)
    • HERCjobs.org (Higher Education Recruitment Consortium)
    • InsightIntoDiversity.com
    • Latinosinhighered.com
    • Indeed.com
    • Journal of Extension
    • Handshake
    • Social Media - Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, etc.
    • Received an email about the posting
    • Career Fair
    • MANRRS or Junior MANRRS
    • Local newspaper advertisement
    • LinkedIn
    • An employee, colleague, friend and/or family member

Applicant Documents
Required Documents
    Optional Documents
    1. Resume
    2. Cover Letter








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