Office Assistant
York County Extension Office is hiring a 30 hour per week, Office Assistant focusing on 4-H. Some duties include budget preparation, database management, mass media, and public relations functions. The candidate will work closely with all 4-H staff in programming and fair preparation and management.
Interested applicants need to send a cover letter, resume and references. Applications will be accepted until February 5, 2021
GENERAL FUNCTIONS
The Office Assistant staff for UNL Extension in York County will perform a variety of duties including receptionist, bookkeeping, budget preparation, database management, mass media and public relations functions, scheduling and coordination of educational events, management and operation of the 4-H database and the fair database and working closely with all 4-H staff in programming and fair preparation.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES
• Skill in using general office machines
• Ability to effectively utilize Microsoft Office
• Ability to plan, organize and establish priorities
• Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing, including the ability to proofread
• Ability to establish positive working relationships with co-workers, community members, 4-H youth, parents and volunteers, County and State officials and a diverse general public
• Ability to multi-task and exercise independent judgment and initiative
• Effective time management
• Flexibility in work and daily schedules
III. DESIRABLE TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE
• Extensive knowledge of Quicken
• Extensive knowledge of Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Canva
• Create and prepare flyers, brochures, newsletters and more
• Familiarity with 4-H and County Fair
• 4-H educational programming preparation and support
• An interest and ability to learn how to use new technologies and programs.
• Skills in the operation of modern office equipment, training equipment, projectors, mobile devices and presentational equipment.
IV. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
• Associates degree or equivalent experience.
• Word processing, spreadsheet and database experience required.
• Basic computer skills and any equivalent training and experience that provides the necessary knowledge, ability and skills to perform the job.
V. NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
• Possession of a valid Nebraska Driver’s License when operating a vehicle is necessary for the satisfactory completion of job duties.
• Qualified person has not been convicted of a felony.
VI. WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL EFFORT
• This position serves as the first contact for UNL Extension in York County. Work is performed in an office and field setting with extended hours during special programs including County Fair and other programs. This is not a traditional office environment, it is a public office that may facilitate dealing with a wide variety of topics in meeting people’s needs.
VII. OTHER
• This description was prepared to indicate the kinds of activities and levels of work difficulty required of this position. It is not intended as a complete list of specific duties, assignments and/or responsibilities. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
York County Extension is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, veteran status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status or disability (in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act) with respect to employment opportunities.