Education & Outreach Assistant - Community Programs

Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University (VT); Virginia, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 37,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Tech seeks a staff member to assist in delivering research-based educational programs through Buckingham County Extension. You will collaborate with faculty, staff, volunteers and partners to support operations and provide programmatic and administrative support for youth and adults.

The role emphasizes hands-on learning, career exploration in agriculture and healthy living, and collaboration to enhance program impact. A valid driver’s license and background checks may be required.

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of subject matter related to extension programming.
• Ability to support group facilitation, program planning and evaluation.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for broad audiences.
• Ability to use technology to support educational tasks and administration.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organizational skills and flexibility to support goals.

Responsibilities

• Assist Extension Agents in delivering educational programs for youth and adults.
• Support youth readiness and career exploration in agriculture, STEM, and healthy living.
• Assist with programs on financial literacy and resource management.
• Support sustainable agricultural practices and program evaluation.

Skills

Subject matter knowledge

Group facilitation

Interpersonal communication

Tech-enabled education

Independent & teamwork

Organizational skills

Reliable transportation

Job description

Virginia Tech seeks a staff member to assist in delivering research-based educational programs through Buckingham County Extension. You will collaborate with faculty, staff, volunteers and partners to support operations and provide programmatic and administrative support for youth and adults.

The role emphasizes hands-on learning, career exploration in agriculture and healthy living, and collaboration to enhance program impact. A valid driver’s license and background checks may be required.