Program Assistant 4-H Youth Development - Lawrence County

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Position Information

Position Title Program Assistant 4-H Youth Development - Lawrence County Division College of Agriculture Department Extension Services Number of hours per week 37.5 Days to be worked Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday Months per year Fiscal (12 months) If modified, list months Job Type Full-Time Campus Other If other location, please indicate Lawrence County Extension Office Position Number 120865 Advertised Salary Pay Basis Semi-Monthly Job Description

Tennessee State University invites applications for the role of Program Assistant 4-H Youth Development. The successful candidate will be a member of TSU and Lawrence County Extension. This position is 100% 4-H Youth Development. This position will be responsible for implementing, evaluating, and reporting 4-H Youth Development educational programs as needed in the county. In addition, this position includes executing programs, events, and activities through traditional 4-H clubs, project groups, educational workshops, camps, conferences, and special interest classes. He/She will perform other related duties as required by County, Regional, and State Extension Administrators.

Minimum Qualifications

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in Extension, teaching, or other youth development activities is preferred.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, which will include some nights, weekends, and overnight travel.
• Must provide own transportation, have access to a personal vehicle, and the ability to obtain/maintain a valid Tennessee driver's license.
• Knowledge and understanding of program planning, implementation, and evaluation.
• Proven ability to build and maintain positive working relationships and work successfully in team environments with UT and TSU Extension programming staff.
• Demonstrated effective communication skills, with the ability to document and market program impacts and model self-reliance in a collaborative environment.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Employment is contingent upon successfully completing a criminal background check as mandated by Tennessee State University.

Official transcripts for positions which require a post-secondary undergraduate degree, advanced degree and/or certification must be presented upon hire.

An unofficial transcript may be attached in the "Transcript" section.

You will be required to provide names and contact information for three references during your application to the posting. If you are the recommended candidate for the position, our online hiring system will automatically generate solicitation for these letters using contact information you provided.

Open Date 07/08/2026 Close Date 08/08/2026 Job Category Clerical Requisition Number Benefits

Tennessee State University offers eligible employees a competitive benefits package that includes annual leave (vacation), sick leave, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement, flexible benefits plans and more.

Quick Link https://jobs.tnstate.edu/postings/10725

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Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• CV/Resume
• Cover Letter
• Transcript 1

Optional Documents

• Transcript 2
• Transcript 3