Extension Program Assistant, Agfs Meat & Poultry

umd.edu

Ellicott City, MD, US
Base: $45,375.00 - $54,450.00; bonus/equity: not s...
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Event coordination and execution
Email communication management
Data management and entry
** The University of Maryland is seeking an Extension Program Assistant for the Agriculture and Food Systems (AgFS) Meat and Poultry project in Ellicott City, MD. This role involves providing administrative, coordination, and programmatic support for educational programming related to meat and poultry processing. **

Job Summary

  • Provide administrative, coordination, and programmatic support for the Meat and Poultry Processing (MPP) project and assist with the Agriculture and Food Systems (AgFS) Extension program in Howard County.
  • Assist in the development, organization, promotion, coordination, and execution of the Northeast Meat Summit, including managing event website, registrations, and communications.
  • Manage project and program email lists, draft and publish email content, and support outreach efforts for events and educational resources.

Matching Summary

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** The University of Maryland is seeking an Extension Program Assistant for the Agriculture and Food Systems (AgFS) Meat and Poultry project in Ellicott City, MD. This role involves providing administrative, coordination, and programmatic support for educational programming related to meat and poultry processing. **

Salary

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

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Event coordination and execution
  • Email communication management
  • Data management and entry
  • Stakeholder engagement
  • Project implementation support

Nice-to-have

  • Professional demeanor and positive attitude
  • Strong customer service orientation
  • Willingness to take administrative role

Key Requirements

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Five years of relevant experience
  • Valid Maryland Driver's License
  • Ability to lift up to 25 pounds
  • Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends

Work Rights

Not specified

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