Program Assistant 4-H Youth Development - Lauderdale County

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Position Title Program Assistant 4-H Youth Development - Lauderdale 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 Lauderdale County Position Number 119090 Advertised Salary Pay Basis Semi-Monthly Job Description

Tennessee State University Office of Extension invites applications for the position of Program Assistant, 4-H Youth Development.

The successful candidate will serve as a member of both Tennessee State University Extension and Lauderdale County Extension, with a primary focus on 4-H Youth Development programming. This position is responsible for planning, implementing, evaluating, and reporting educational programs that support positive youth development throughout the county.

Key responsibilities include coordinating and delivering programs, events, and activities through traditional 4-H clubs, project groups, educational workshops, camps, conferences, and special-interest classes. The Program Assistant will work closely with youth, volunteers, schools, community partners, and Extension staff to expand and strengthen 4-H opportunities and enhance program impact. In addition, the selected candidate will perform other duties as assigned by County, Regional, and State Extension Administrators in support of the Extension's mission and goals.

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 07/15/2026 Close Date 08/15/2026 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/10892

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Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• CV/Resume
• Cover Letter
• Transcript 1

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