University of Maryland
Extension Program Assistant (4-H Outreach)
🇺🇸 Columbia, MD
🕑 Full-Time
💰 $45K - $54K
💻 Other
🗓️ October 27th, 2025
Edtech.com's Summary
University of Maryland College Park (UMCP) is hiring an Extension Program Assistant (4-H Outreach). The role involves developing and implementing outreach programs to promote 4-H youth development activities, assisting with general 4-H programming, planning events such as 4-H Clover Fun Days and the Howard County Camp and Fair, and performing administrative duties as assigned by the supervisor.
Highlights
- Develop and teach outreach programs for non-traditional audiences to promote 4-H youth development.
- Assist in planning, preparing, and conducting 4-H workshops, volunteer trainings, STEM programming, and events.
- Lead planning and facility setup for Howard County 4-H Clover Fun Days and outreach activities at the Howard County Fair.
- Support recruitment, orientation, and facilitation tasks for Howard County Camp and Fair.
- Proficiency required in Microsoft Office, Google Suite, and office equipment (copiers, printers, poster laminator, LCD projector).
- Must have a driver’s license and vehicle; occasional night and weekend work required.
- Preferred Bachelor of Science degree; minimum five years of relevant experience in Extension services, community outreach, healthcare, research, or social services.
- Skills include effective oral and written communication, project planning, data analysis, and relationship building.
- Ability to lift and transport supplies up to 20 pounds and work outdoors in variable weather conditions.
- Salary range $45,375 to $54,450; position subject to Criminal History Record Check and University of Maryland Background check.
Extension Program Assistant (4-H Outreach) Full Description
Job Description Summary & Additional Information
Location: University of Maryland Extension - Howard County, 8930 Stanford Blvd., Suite 25, Columbia, MD 21045
PURPOSE:
Under the general supervision of the 4-H youth development educator, the program assistant-Outreach performs a variety of duties to carry out teaching, demonstrations, and other educational activities. Work requires thorough knowledge of the organization and programs where assigned and involves moderate participation in the work of the supervisor.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Outreach Programs: Develop and implement outreach programming with community organizations to promote 4-H youth development activities to non-traditional audiences and develop promotional materials needed to promote and market 4-H Youth Development Program. Assist supervisor with program preparation such as contacting collaborators, scheduling outreach programming, gathering and assembling program/outreach materials. Teach and evaluate outreach programming.
- General 4-H Programming: Assist 4-H Educator in planning, preparing for, and conducting county 4-H workshops volunteer trainings, STEM programming, club meetings, and events.
- Howard County 4-H Clover Fun Days: With assistance from supervisor, take lead role in planning and implementation of 4-H Clover Fun Days, including physical set up and tear down of facilities.
- Howard County Camp and Fair: Assist supervisor with various tasks associated with recruitment, orientation, and preparation for the Howard County Camp and Fair. Additionally, assist supervisor with various tasks during the Howard County Camp and Fair including assisting with entries, shows, and general 4-H program outreach efforts throughout fair week. Take lead role in developing and implementing 4-H Outreach Day at the Fair.
- Answer phones, data entry, filing and storage, mailings, and other duties as assigned by supervisor
Preferences:
QUALIFICATIONS:
Preferred -
- Bachelor of Science degree.
- Proficient in the use of technology including Microsoft Office products, Google Suite, internet, email and office equipment such as copier, printers, poster laminator, and LCD projector.
- Requires occasional night and weekend hours
- Needs a driver's license and vehicle.
- Team Player who can work independently
- Excellent listening and communication (both written and oral) skills
- Ability to interact effectively with internal and external parties in a courteous and efficient manner.
- Familiarity with the 4-H program, projects and basic youth development practices.
- 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.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.
- Nature of the Position: The 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 the position's responsibilities would be to transport materials to and from teaching/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 tear-down 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. The position requires the employee to work outdoors at certain times of the year, especially during the time of annual fair, 4-H residential or day camps and youth recreation activities. 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.
Required Application Materials:
A complete application packet must include:
- A letter of application, and
- Three (3) references, each with name, mailing address, telephone number, and email address.
Please note that you may upload multiple documents within the same upload field when submitting your application.
Best Consideration Date: n/a
Posting Close Date: 11/07/2025
Open Until Filled: No
Minimum Qualifications
EDUCATION: Graduation from High School (or GED)
EXPERIENCE: Five years' experience performing a variety of duties in support of the teaching, demonstration, and advising work of Extension agents or in community outreach, health care, research, or social services programs.
OTHER: A non-commercial Class C or equivalent driver's license valid in the State of Maryland.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:
Working knowledge in the assigned area of specialization such as food and nutrition, housing, horticulture, soil nutrient management 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 lift and transport supplies and equipment. Ability to operate manual and automated office equipment and personal computers.
OTHER:
Except for qualifications established by law, additional related experience and formal education in which one has gained the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for full performance of the work of the job class may be substituted for the education or experience requirement on a year-for-year basis with 30 college credits being equivalent to one year of experience.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Employees in this job class are required to use their personal automobile while conducting official business.
Job Risks
Not Applicable to This Position
Department
AGNR-UME-Howard
Worker Sub-Type
Staff Contractual (C2) (Fixed Term)
Salary Range
$45,375.00 - $54,450.00
Benefits Summary
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Background Checks
Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify anyone from employment. Before any adverse decision, the finalist will have an opportunity to provide information to the University regarding disclosable background check information. The University reserves the right to rescind the offer of employment or otherwise decline or terminate employment if the information reported by the background check is deemed incompatible with the position, regardless of when the background check is completed.
Employment Eligibility
The successful candidate must complete employment eligibility verification (on Form I-9) by presenting documents that establish identity and work authorization within the timeframe required by federal immigration law, and where applicable, to demonstrate renewed employment authorization. Failure to complete employment eligibility verification or reverification within the timeframe set forth by law may result in suspension or termination of employment.
EEO Statement
The University of Maryland, College Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. Please read the University's Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy.
Title IX Non-Discrimination Notice
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