UACE Graham County 4 -H Livestock Program Assistant

AmeriCorps

Solomon (AZ)

On-site

USD 15,000 - 19,000

Part time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Living Allowance

Education award upon successful completion

Training

Job summary

AmeriCorps is seeking a part-time Livestock Program Assistant for the UACE Graham County 4-H program in Solomon, Arizona. The role involves assisting in developing and delivering educational activities related to livestock projects, focusing on hands-on curricula for youth aged 8-18.

The candidate will support project volunteers, research best practices, and help coordinate events. Strong team work, communication, and public speaking skills are required.

This position offers a living allowance, education award, and requires a high school diploma or GED. Applications accepted from June 5, 2026, to November 15, 2026.

Qualifications

Self-motivated and organized to assist in educational activities.
Ability to collaborate with project leaders and community volunteers.

Responsibilities

Support project volunteers in livestock projects.
Research and present best practices.
Assist in evaluations at meetings and workshops.
Help with the Showmanship Showdown and County Fair.
Facilitate partnerships with related organizations.
Strengthen and deliver 4-H educational activities.

Skills

Team Work

Communications

Computers/Technology

Public Speaking

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

The Graham County 4‑H program is seeking a self‑motivated, organized individual to assist in developing, strengthening, and delivering 4‑H educational activities with staff, project leaders, and members in livestock projects. Participants learn skills in daily care, record keeping, showmanship & exhibition, ethics and quality assurance. Special emphasis will be on hands‑on curricula for youth ages 8‑18 that raise, care for, and exhibit animals. The member will help plan and prepare group lessons and activities and aid with recruiting and promoting 4‑H youth and volunteer participation. The schedule will vary based on programming needs and will require attendance at various monthly afternoon, evening or Saturday meetings, activities and events.

Member Duties

Provide support for project volunteers in the Beef, Lamb, Swine, Poultry & Rabbit projects through assistance, presentations, and logistics.
Research, gather materials & supplies, and present best practices to promote learning and implementation.
Assist with developing & collecting evaluations at meetings and workshops.
Assist staff & community volunteers with the Showmanship Showdown and County Fair.
Explore and coordinate partnering opportunities with other related organizations.
Assist in strengthening & delivery of 4‑H educational activities, projects & programs.

Program Benefits