Extension Program Assistant, Agfs Meat & Poultry

lacs.umd.edu

Ellicott City, MD, US
Base: $45,375.00 - $54,450.00; bonus/equity: not s...
Administrative and programmatic support
Event coordination and logistics
Data management and analysis
The Extension Program Assistant plays a key role in ensuring the successful planning, coordination, implementation, and evaluation of grant-funded educational programming related to meat and poultry processing

Job Summary

  • The Extension Program Assistant plays a key role in ensuring the successful planning, coordination, implementation, and evaluation of grant-funded educational programming related to meat and poultry processing.
  • The position requires strong organizational, communication, and project management skills, as well as the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced Extension environment.
  • Occasional evening and weekend work may be required, and the role involves supporting multiple project components including event coordination, communications, and stakeholder engagement.

Matching Summary

The Extension Program Assistant plays a key role in ensuring the successful planning, coordination, implementation, and evaluation of grant-funded educational programming related to meat and poultry processing.

Salary

Base: $45,375.00 - $54,450.00; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Staff Contractual C2 benefits available

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • administrative and programmatic support
  • event coordination and logistics
  • data management and analysis
  • digital communication tools usage
  • project planning and implementation
  • strong organizational and communication skills
  • customer service orientation

Nice-to-have

  • experience with Canva or Wix
  • ability to work independently and collaboratively
  • positive attitude and professional demeanor
  • time-management and note-taking skills
  • leadership in project tasks

Key Requirements

  • Five years experience supporting Extension or community outreach programs
  • High School diploma or GED
  • Valid non-commercial Class C or equivalent Maryland driver's license
  • Working knowledge in assigned specialization area
  • Ability to lift up to 25 pounds
  • Experience with Microsoft Office or Google Suite
  • Ability to operate office equipment and computers

Work Rights

Must have valid Maryland driver's license and employment eligibility

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