Job Openings
12/19/2024
4-H Educator (Stanley/Hughes)
SDSU – 4-H Programs
This position is located in Fort Pierre, South Dakota
Deadline: open until filled w/ first consideration date 1/13/2025
Salary Range CG HH: $22.69 – 25.52/hour, depending upon qualifications, plus benefits
12 Months; 100% time
Are you ready to make a meaningful impact on the lives of South Dakota youth? At South Dakota State University (SDSU) 4-H Programs, our mission is to enable youth to be engaged in partnerships with caring adults, positive learning environments, developing their fullest potential and learning life skills. We are looking to hire a people-centered and strong collaborator who is committed to helping others grow and develop.
SDSU Extension 4‑H is a community that provides experiences where young people learn by doing. Kids complete hands-on projects in areas like health, science, agriculture and citizenship, in a positive environment where they receive guidance from adult mentors and are encouraged to take on proactive leadership roles. Kids experience 4‑H through in-school and after-school programs, school and community clubs and 4‑H camps. We recognize that the youth of today are our future leaders and what they learn and experience in 4-H will help them develop into contributing citizens who will give back to their communities in the future.
Job Responsibilities: Provide timely 4-H Youth Development research based information, resources, education, leadership and support to meet the needs of youth in the county and/or reservation while building relationships to enhance and carry out the mission of SDSU Extension.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Knowledge of:
· Computer systems and software (i.e., MS Word, Outlook, Excel);
· Planning, teaching, and evaluating educational programs for a variety of youth audiences; and
· Supervisory techniques.
Skill & Ability to:
· Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills and excellent verbal communication skills;
· Use effective written communication skills;
· Demonstrated organizational and time management skills;
· Work as a contributing member of a team;
· Plan events and manage a budget; and
· Collaborate on funding proposals or grants to support new and/or enhanced programming.
Preferred Qualifications:
· Bachelor’s Degree in Child, Youth, or Human Development, Education, or other related fields with relevant youth development experience;
· Previous 4-H or similar youth development experience;
· Demonstrated use of technology in managing and/or delivering educational programs; and
· Experience in publishing materials and/or curricula.
Required License: Valid driver’s license
Comments: This position is classified as Program Assistant II. SDSU is a tobacco free environment. It is the policy of the University to maintain a drug-free environment and to thereby establish, promote, and maintain a safe and healthy working and learning environment for employees and students. This position is subject to South Dakota State University’s Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy 4:14. Employment is contingent upon a successful background check. Posting #: CSA02248P
Benefits: SDSU offers an excellent comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage for the employee, spouse, and dependents; life insurance; long-term disability insurance; paid holidays; educational assistance; retirement plans; and a generous vacation accrual and sick day allowance.
Application Procedures: SDSU accepts applications through an on-line employment site, to apply visit http://YourFuture.sdbor.edu. [EE8792; 11043]
South Dakota State University promotes access to and opportunities for all to receive the benefit of and participate in education, research, and service and is especially interested in candidates that can contribute to this land-grant access mission. SDSU is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to, and SDSU prohibits discrimination on, the basis of sex, race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, gender, gender identification, transgender, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status that may become protected under law against discrimination in the offering of all educational programs and employment opportunities. Arrangements for accommodations required by disabilities can be made by emailing HR@sdstate.edu. Individuals with concerns regarding discrimination should contact: Equal Opportunity Officer/Title IX Coordinator, Human Resources, Morrill Hall 100, SDSU, Brookings, SD 57007, 605-688-4128.
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STANLEY/HUGHES COUNTY EXTENSION SERVICE
SECRETARY
Job Description
The secretary is employed by Stanley County to perform duties assigned under the supervision of SDSU Extension Educators, SDSU Specialists, and/or SDSU Supervisors. Flexibility on schedule is required as some evenings and weekend work may occasionally be required. Position will require long periods of sitting and computer use. Applicants should be able to lift 25 lbs.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Collaborate with 4-H members, 4-H Leaders Association, SDSU and County government to develop a yearly calendar of programs and events. Maintain this calendar, as items are added or deleted.
- Manage 4-H registered volunteers for the county 4-H program.
- Create, publish and distribute 4-H newsletter on a monthly basis as well as emailing other information to 4-H families.
- Manage the county Extension/4-H budget and prepare vouchers for County Auditor.
- Must maintain confidentiality of office matters.
- Creating and processing letters, forms, reports, memos, etc. from a variety of sources.
- Work with clientele both in-person, via email, and over the phone to address their needs and provide resources.
- Answer phone calls, transfer calls when applicable, direct callers to information, and take messages.
- Make referrals to field specialist when clientele has questions regarding other extension content areas.
- Maintain County 4-H records and filing system.
- Coordinate facilities for 4-H trainings and 4-H events.
- Assist individuals with learning more about the local 4-H program and guiding them to information about local clubs, activities, and statewide programs.
- Place orders for materials, awards, food, and other items needed by the office.
- Maintain 4-H website.
- Collect and process all office mail.
- Maintain office calendar.
- Maintains and operates 4-HOnline and Fair Entry
- Help manage event planning including:
Set-Up and tear down of the Joe Schomer Barn and the Pat Duffy Community Center
Prepare paper work for the various shows
Help in the sale order of the livestock premium sale
Make sure adequate amount of ribbons are available for the activity
o Youth Livestock & Youth Horse Literacy Training
Work with Livestock & Horse Committee to set date and secure presenters
Registration
Timer
Announcer
Reserve room for the event and secure judges
Prepare judges score sheets and have ribbons available
Reserve room for the event and secure judges
Prepare judges score sheets and have ribbons available
Keep track and accumulate points for award winners
Write script for the event
Order plaques, trophies, etc.
Help with the judging process of the 4-H static exhibits
Organized the transportation of the exhibits
Reserve room for the event and secure judges
QUALIFICATIONS:
Knowledge of recordkeeping, bookkeeping and filing procedures.
- Word Processing – Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Publisher
- Microsoft Outlook
- Internet
Operate general office equipment – copy machine, printer, and computer.
EDUCATION: High School graduate or GED
EXPERIENCE:
- Knowledge of SD 4-H preferred, but not required
- Experience in office setting
OR
- Any equivalent combination of education and experience as is acceptable to the hiring authority
This is a part-time position with some benefits.
Please submit application and resume to Stanley County; PO Box 595, Fort Pierre, SD 57532, or email scauditor@midconetwork.com
Open until filled.