CSU Extension Program Assistant

We are looking for a program assistant to support CSU Extension staff in delivering hands-on garden programs for youth and families. The position will shadow and assist with programs, with support and supervision from the CSU Extension Director. They will also assist with program marketing and participate in general garden maintenance as it relates to program planning and delivery.

This is a temporary position budgeted for 12 weeks with a flexible start date in September. Depending on the start date, this position will work through November or December. During this time, the program assistant will be regularly scheduled for 10 hours per week, worked in two 5-hour shifts, with some schedule flexibility as needed.

• Attend in-person outreach events at designated locations in the community to raise awareness of CSU Extension programs.

• Represent CSU Extension by answering questions and providing front line support during public programs and outreach events.

• Support CSU Extension programs, staff, and volunteers through a variety of administrative and organizational tasks.

• Assists with set-up, clean-up, and other logistics related to outreach events and garden programs.

• Help with general maintenance of the educational garden as needed.

Education

• High School Diploma/GED equivalent - required

• NAI certifications - preferred 

Experience

• Less than one year experience in an office environment, navigating basic communication and planning tools, and working as part of a team - preferred

• Formal or informal experience with gardening or educational programs in general - preferred

Years of related experience may be substituted for required education, however education cannot be substituted for the necessary work experience. Candidates must meet the minimum required years of work experience.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (in addition to above requirements):

Must be at least 18 years old. Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and safe driving record for continued employment. New hires must, as a condition of employment, pass the following pre-offer and post-offer/hire processes: in-person or virtual interviews, reference checks, and background checks, which may include local police check, sex-offender registry, and DMV check.

Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred, but not required.

• Requires indoor and outdoor activities.

• Work will primarily take place at the CSU Extension office and Library, with some activities at the Teaching Vegetable Garden at Brunner Farmhouse, and at various community locations selected for outreach.

• Regularly scheduled between Monday - Friday. Some weekends and occasional evenings are required.

• Some opportunities for remote work with flexible scheduling.

• Required to lift, push, pull, or otherwise move objects during program activities.

• Travel by automobile is required to attend meetings and events and transport program materials.