4-H Extension Assistant (Lincoln, NE)

University of Nebraska-Lincoln; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Insurance options

Scholarships

Retirement plans

Job summary

University of Nebraska–Lincoln seeks a 4-H Extension Assistant for Lincoln, NE, serving Lancaster County. You will deliver, teach and manage engaging educational programs in Animal Science and promote positive youth development for local youth representatives.

The role requires Bachelor’s degree, teaching ability, record-keeping, and a valid driver’s license with local travel. This is a full-time position supporting a community-focused 4-H program with generous benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree is required and must be completed by start date.
• Must be able to teach and engage youth.
• Ability to keep accurate records and prepare reports.
• Valid driver’s license is required and you must meet University driver eligibility.
• Local travel is required for the role.

Responsibilities

• Deliver, teach and manage effective educational programming in Animal Science.
• Provide positive youth development including current and emerging youth issues in the area.
• Engage youth through diverse learning strategies at appropriate places and times.
• Travel within the service area.

Skills

Teaching

Youth development

Record keeping

Driver's license

Local travel

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Social media skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Spreadsheet software

Data management software

Job description

Working Title

4-H Extension Assistant (Lincoln, NE)

Department

NE Ext Engagement Zone 9-12358

Description Of Work

4‑H is America’s largest youth development organization; giving kids a voice to express who they are and how they make their lives and communities better. 4‑H provides experiences where young people learn by doing.

As a 4-H Extension Assistant you will:

• Transform lives by delivering, teaching and managing effective educational programming in Animal Science
• Provide positive youth development to include current and emerging youth issues in assigned area.
• Engage youth through diverse learning strategies at appropriate places and times.
• Travel within the service area.

This position is located in Lincoln, NE and serves Lancaster County.

About Us

At the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, we’re proud to be consistently recognized by Forbes as a top employer and certified as a Family Friendly Workplace. We are known for our welcoming, supportive environment, commitment to professional growth, and outstanding benefits. UNL isn’t just a workplace; it’s a place to build your career and make a meaningful impact in Nebraska.

When you join our team as a full-time, regular staff member, you’ll enjoy:

• Generous paid time off including vacation, sick leave, parental leave, and holidays
• Comprehensive insurance options including medical, dental, vision, and life coverage
• Employee and dependent scholarship programs to pursue higher education
• Robust retirement plans with university match

Learn more about UNL benefits and your total compensation at: https://go.unl.edu/aboutus

Minimum Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required. Degree must be completed by start date.
• Demonstrated ability to teach.
• Ability to keep accurate records and prepare reports.
• Valid driver’s license necessary and ability to meet University driver eligibility requirements.
• Local travel is required.

Preferred Qualifications

The following qualifications are preferred but not required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Youth Development, Education or closely related field.
• Experience with youth work through other organizations as an employee or volunteer.
• Previous 4-H or teaching experience.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, leadership and teamwork skills.
• Knowledge of spreadsheet and data management software preferred.
• Self-starter with excellent organizational skills.
• Social media skills.

Posted Salary

$40,000/year