Extension Staff Assistant - Hickman County

University of Kentucky; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Kentucky in Clinton, KY is seeking an Extension Staff Assistant to provide essential administrative support to the Extension office. You will perform office reception, word processing, data upkeep, and newsletter design while aiding county agents and program staff.

The role emphasizes customer service, database maintenance, and website support, with reporting to an Area Director. A background check may be required by state law.

Qualifications

• MS Office products including Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Access, Publisher, Office 365, Teams, Skype for Business; Zoom; QuickBooks; organizational skills; and time management.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the Extension office and assist with office management and customer service.
• Perform word processing, filing, maintaining databases and mailing lists, and assisting with newsletters and program support.
• Support county agents and program assistants with website development and newsletters.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Education

High school / GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Word

Excel

Outlook

PowerPoint

Access

Publisher

Office 365

Teams

Skype for Business

Zoom

QuickBooks

Job description

Requisition Number

Requisition Number DU15040

Department Name

Department Name 81W01: KCES Region West Area 01

Work Location

Work Location Clinton, KY

Salary Range

Salary Range $15.61 to $18.00

Type of Position

Type of Position Temporary

Position Time Status

Position Time Status Part-Time

Required Education

High school / GED

Required Related Experience

No Experience Required

Required License/Registration/Certification

Driver’s license

Physical Requirements

Lifting, pushing, pulling objects up to 50 pounds; sitting for long periods of time.

Shift

Monday-Friday (8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.) on an as needed basis; less than 7.5 hours per week; occasional nights, weekends or holidays may be required

Job Summary

Job Title: Extension Staff Assistant – Hickman County

Location: Clinton, KY

As an Extension Staff Assistant, you will be responsible for providing administrative support to the Extension office. General duties include office management, customer service, record keeping and newsletters, and program support while conducting yourself in a professional manner. Specific duties will include, but are not limited to, office receptionist, word processing, Quickbooks, filing, maintaining data bases & mailing lists, developing and maintaining websites, designing newsletters, and providing support for county agents and program assistants.

You will report to an Area Director and there will be a high level of interaction with the general public.

State law may require 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 – $18.00

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Access, Publisher, Office 365, Teams, Skype for Business; Zoom; QuickBooks; organizational skills; and time management.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No

Preferred Education/Experience

Previous experience working in an administrative support role

Deadline to Apply

Deadline to Apply 09/16/2026

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 (*).

• * Describe your experience with the following items: Microsoft Office Software, Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, Quicken, QuickBooks, PowerPoint, Publisher, Adobe, & Drupal as well as production and distribution of monthly newsletters, flyers, etc. (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 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)
• * Do you have a valid driver's license and are you able to drive?
  • Yes
  • No

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Optional Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter

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