Extension Assistant for 4-H Youth Development– Franklin County

University of Kentucky; Frankfort (KY); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kentucky is seeking an Extension Assistant for 4-H Youth Development in Franklin County. This full-time staff position provides essential administrative support to the 4-H program and county agents, with responsibilities spanning program support, teaching, recruitment, promotion, and professional conduct.

The role involves coordinating with volunteers, promoting clubs, organizing events, and serving diverse clientele across Frankfort and county sites, while meeting background

Qualifications

• Experience working with youth is preferred.
• Experience in administrative support roles is preferred.
• Ability to use Microsoft Office suite.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the 4-H Youth Development program.
• Assist with teaching and recruitment efforts.
• Promote and organize new 4-H clubs.
• Recruit members and volunteer leaders.
• Support volunteers during events and activities.
• Serve all clientele.

Skills

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

PowerPoint

Access

Publisher

Office 365

Teams

Skype for Business

Zoom

QuickBooks

Tools

QuickBooks

Job description

Extension Assistant for 4-H Youth Development– Franklin County

Job Title Extension Assistant for 4-H Youth Development– Franklin County

Requisition Number RE55729

Department Name 81C04: KCES Region Central Area 04

Work Location Frankfort, KY

Grade Level 00

Salary Range

Type of Position Staff

Position Time Status Full-Time

Required Education No set minimum requirements.

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Required License/Registration/Certification Driver’s License required

Physical Requirements Job-related travel; visiting clientele at sites throughout the county (including farms); sitting/standing/walking for long periods; handling of average-weight objects up to 50 lbs.

Shift Monday-Friday (8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.); occasional nights, weekends or holidays may be required

Job Summary Extension Assistant for 4-H Youth Development – Franklin County

Location: Frankfort, KY

As an Extension Assistant for 4-H Youth Development, you will be responsible for providing administrative support to the 4-H Youth Development program area and the 4-H Youth Development County Agent(s). You will report to an Extension Agent and there will be a high level of interaction with the general public. The Extension Assistant will be expected to be knowledgeable of the philosophy, goals and objectives, policies and procedures of the Cooperative Extension Service.

• program support
• teaching
• recruitment
• promotion
• conducting yourself in a professional manner

Under the supervision of the 4-H Youth Development Extension Agent(s), the Extension Assistant will assist in:

• Quickbooks
• promoting and organizing new 4-H clubs
• recruiting members and volunteer leaders
• providing support and guidance to existing 4-H clubs
• recruiting and working with volunteers in conducting events and activities such as group projects, 4-H achievement events, and public presentation programs
• serving all clientele

State law requires a national and state criminal background check and a letter from the Cabinet for Health and Family Services stating the employee is clear to hire based on no findings of substantiated child abuse or neglect found through a background check of child abuse and neglect records as a condition of employment or involvement in this program.

Salary Range: $15.61-$22.00

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Access, Publisher, Office 365, Teams, Skype for Business; Zoom; Quickbooks

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No

Preferred Education/Experience

Education or previous experience in working with youth and previous experience working in an administrative support role.

Deadline to Apply

Deadline to Apply 09/25/2026

Our University Community

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre‑employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you or a family member serve as a member on any county Extension District Board in Kentucky? If yes, please state the family member’s name and the county for which either you or this individual serves as a member of the Extension District Board.

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Where did you first see this position advertised?
  • UK jobs, UK's online employment system (ukjobs.uky.edu)
  • Newspaper
  • Handshake
  • Received an email about the posting
  • Social Media
  • Friend or Family
  • Journal of Extension
  • Indeed.com
  • Other online job board
  • Other
• * Do you have a valid driver’s license and are you able to drive?
  • Yes
  • No

Required Documents

• Resume

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter