Program Assistant

Program Assistant

Join K-State Extension''s 4-H Youth Development team! This position supports statewide 4-H programs through administrative, systems, and logistical support that helps deliver high-quality experiences for youth, families, and communities across Kansas.

• 522249
• Manhattan, Kansas, United States
• Extension Programs
• Staff Full Time (Unclassified - Term)
• Closing at: Oct 16 2026 - 23:55 CDT
• On-site

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About This Role

This position will assist 4-H Specialists and Program Coordinators in giving reliable, timely, and accurate information through systems and logistical support to statewide processes. Provide customer service to local extension units, university partnerships, program participants and families on a daily basis. Responsible for moving interested persons through the online volunteer screening processes and invoicing to local extension units, financials, logistics for select 4-H events, online enrollment management support, general office processes and other administrative support.

About Us

K-State Extension improves the lives, livelihoods, and communities of Kansans through education, research, engagement, and leadership. Serving all 105 counties, we connect university research with practical solutions that strengthen agriculture, natural resources, youth development, health, economic vitality, and communities across Kansas.

Worksite Description

This position is On-site.

All employees must reside in the United States when they begin working to comply with state law. K-State is unable to provide remote or hybrid work opportunities for residents of the state of Idaho.

What You''ll Need to Succeed

Minimum Qualifications:

• Requires a high school diploma (or equivalent) and one year of relevant experience. Requirements may be met through a combination of education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated customer service skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Three years of administrative assistance experience
• Experience with on-line enrollment systems
• Experience with data collections systems (ie., Qualtrics)
• Familiarity with 4-H Youth Development programs
• Knowledge of K-State Extension

Sponsorship eligibility:

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship

How to Apply

Please submit the following documents:

• Cover letter
• Resume
• Three professional references

Application Window

Applications close on: October 16, 2026

Anticipated Hiring Pay Range

$16.36 - $20.44 hourly