Part-Time Administrative Assistant | Front Desk & 4-H Support

University of Minnesota; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 37,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Minnesota Extension is seeking an Administrative Assistant to support county Extension programs in Eden Prairie, MN. This in-office role handles reception, clerical tasks, event coordination, and program support for 4-H, Agriculture and Natural Resources, and Nutrition initiatives.

The position reports to the Regional Director, Central Region and is not remote. Candidates should be able to lift up to 50 pounds, work flexible hours during county fairs, and have excellent

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED and two years of related clerical, office and administrative experience OR equivalent combination of relevant office work experience and education.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient with email, calendaring, word processing, spreadsheets, and database software.
• Proficient with standard office equipment.
• Experience with Google Workspace and Microsoft Office suites

Responsibilities

• Be the direct support for the county 4-H program.
• Provide clerical, logistical, and technical support for 4-H programming.
• Assist 4-H Extension Educator in planning and developing 4-H county fair resources, State Fair, and other 4-H events.
• Handle the Animal ID process.
• Edit, print and distribute the 4-H premium book and manage the online premium book.
• Help line up county fair judges and prepare materials for them.
• Order and organize requested program supplies and promotional items.
• Provide onsite information and coordination support at the county fair.
• Provide support for auction, awards ceremony and other events.
• Track inventory and organize program supplies for Family Health and Wellbeing.
• Manage file retention schedules and coordinate events & meetings.
• Mail participant materials and assist with Urban Agriculture Initiative.

Skills

Customer service

Written communication

Verbal communication

Office software proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Google Workspace

Microsoft Office

Spreadsheets

Databases

Job description

University of Minnesota Extension is seeking an Administrative Assistant to support county Extension programs in Eden Prairie, MN. This in-office role handles reception, clerical tasks, event coordination, and program support for 4-H, Agriculture and Natural Resources, and Nutrition initiatives.

The position reports to the Regional Director, Central Region and is not remote. Candidates should be able to lift up to 50 pounds, work flexible hours during county fairs, and have excellent