Education Program Assistant 1

Important Notifications

Application Deadline: When applying, please keep in mind this posting will close at 11:59 pm the night before the posted "end date". Applications MUST be submitted prior to this deadline.

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Department: Division of Extension and Engagement

• Special Instructions to Applicants:

When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:

• A resume/CV; and
• A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position.
• Please answer the following supplemental question and upload as a separate document.
• Describe how you specifically meet the requirements of this position through your professional and/or volunteer experience.

Starting salary will be commensurate with skills, education, and experience.

For additional information please contact: Kelly Noack

Job Summary

This recruitment will be used to fill one part-time (approximately 20 hours per week) Education Program Assistant 1 position for the Oregon State University's Division of Extension and Engagement, Extension Douglas County Office in Roseburg, Oregon.

The mission of the OSU Division of Extension and Engagement (division) is to work with communities throughout Oregon to support lifelong learning and co-create innovative solutions to address local challenges. Together, we envision a future where Oregon's people, communities and ecosystems prosper.

Join the OSU Extension's 4-H Youth Development team in Douglas County and help create meaningful, hands-on learning opportunities for youth throughout the community. This position supports and delivers non-credit educational programming through 4-H clubs, schools, and community events. Working alongside 4-H faculty and volunteers, you will help youth build practical skills, confidence, leadership, and connections through engaging, research-based educational experiences.

This role also helps expand the reach of 4-H by identifying new programming opportunities and adapting and developing educational materials based on approved curriculum. The position will help create impactful youth education opportunities across Douglas County. The ideal candidate will enjoy working with young people, collaborating with volunteers and community partners, and creating inclusive learning environments where youth from a variety of backgrounds can participate, learn, and grow.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver 4-H educational programming for youth in clubs, schools, and other community settings.
• Support office staff and volunteers in providing high-quality, positive youth development experiences.
• Plan and coordinate hands-on 4-H classes, events, workshops, camps, and enrichment activities.
• Develop and adapt educational m aterials, demonstrations, displays, and other learning resources based on pre-approved curriculum.
• Expand 4-H programming by assisting with the identification of new audiences, locations, partnerships, and outreach opportunities.
• Support the day-to-day office operations necessary to deliver Douglas County 4-H programs and activities.
• Create inclusive learning environments that engage youth and adults from broad and diverse backgrounds and build leadership skills.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent and at least two years of relevant experience (paid or volunteer), supporting community programs that serve children, youth, or adults

OR

• Associate Degree and one year of work experience (paid or volunteer) which must be working in youth development programs, adult education, teaching, program delivery or related functions.

AND

• Demonstrated oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated skill to work with diverse audiences.
• Demonstrated skill to use computers for word processing, data management, and communications.

Additional Required Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to communicate with broad and diverse audiences.
• Experience (paid or volunteer) delivering and/or supporting educational programs.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Familiarity with database systems for enrollment and tracking purposes.
• A commitment to collaborative and respectful learning and working environments that are safe, inclusive, and welcoming
• General knowledge and ability to utilize computers including proficiency with information technology, professional office software and collaborative work platforms.
• Ability to work as a team member with other professionals and community members.
• Ability to successfully engage with broad and diverse populations in a culturally responsible manner.
• Ability to make decisions and problem-solve.
• Ability to handle stressful situations calmly.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to handle multiple, detail-oriented tasks with frequent interruptions.
• Ability to learn and adapt to using multiple forms of digital communication systems, including websites email newsletters social media, and other tools in a changing technological environment.

Additional information

This position requires driving a university vehicle or a personal vehicle on behalf of the university; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a motor vehicle history check, possess and maintain a current, valid driver's license in their state of residence, be determined to be position qualified and self-report convictions as per University Policy 05-030.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience (paid or volunteer) organizing, managing, delivering or supporting educational programs for youth and/or adults.
• Experience (paid or volunteer) with Extension and/or Extension 4-H Youth Development, other youth development, or other agency functions related to this position.
• Experience utilizing databases or other data management software.
• Experience (paid or volunteer) with animal science programs.
• Ability to deliver pre-approved non-credit curriculum and programs.
• Ability to develop printed or digital media (such as newsletters or web content) that reach broad and diverse audiences.
• Ability to incorporate use of web, social media, newsletter or other digital technologies in program development or outreach activities to achieve goals.

Working Conditions/Schedule

• Flexibility to work non-standard schedule: evenings, weekends, and occasional overnight stays may be required based on programming needs, coordinating with supervisor to adapt work schedule to address community programming needs.
• Access to a vehicle is necessary as duties will require travel/driving throughout Douglas County to support and deliver non-credit programming and services. Business mileage will be reimbursed based on OSU Policies. For information on vehicle use visit the Office of Insurance and Risk Management Services webpage.
• Ability to transport (lift/carry/push/pull) up to 30 lbs. of program materials and equipment, and to maneuver across rugged terrain (such as outdoor camps, fair, etc.).
• Position duties will include working in a variety of environments including professional offices, county fairs, and outdoors. Some activities will occur in field locations, at youth camps, fairgrounds, etc.
• Fast-paced, collaborative, and dynamic work environments can be expected.

Salary Range

$20.71 - $31.01

Anticipated Start Date: 2026-12-09

Anticipated End Date

When applying, please keep in mind this posting will close at 11:59 pm the night before the posted "end date". Applications MUST be submitted prior to this deadline.

OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.

We encourage applications from candidates who bring a wide range of lived experience including involvement with the justice system.

If this position has "critical or security-sensitive" responsibilities and/or driving duties and you are selected as a finalist, your initial job offer will be contingent upon the results of a job-related pre-employment check (such as a background check, motor vehicle history check, sexual misconduct reference check, etc.). Background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate.

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