Administrative Assistant - Extension

CLOSING DATE: 2/7/2025

ANNUAL SALARY: $43,355

As an Administrative Assistant at the Extension Office, you will provide vital support to the 4-H program and the work of the extension office. Your responsibilities will include managing communications, organizing events, maintaining records, and assisting with educational programs. You'll coordinate with staff, volunteers, and the public to ensure smooth operations and successful implementation of 4-H activities. A strong attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and a passion for youth development are essential for this role.

Benefits include: health, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement and paid time off. We also have 10 paid holidays. Work varies day to day with opportunities to work off-site.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Associate’s degree in business, Administrative Assistant or a related field.

Microsoft Office proficiency (Word, Excel, Publisher).

Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, time management.

Strong customer service, self-guided while anticipating the needs of others.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Strong interpersonal skills are needed to effectively work with staff, volunteers and participants in the program.

Document Management and Data Entry experience including 4H Online and Fair Entry.

QuickBooks

Social media skills

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Provides administrative assistance to extension agents including 4-H, parenting, agriculture, horticulture, food and nutrition, and leadership and civic engagement.

Coordinates educational workshops and events.

Maintains financial records for publications, class registrations, and 4-H enrollment.

Maintains databases, website, and social media.

Prepares and manages correspondence, reports, and documents.

Performs general office functions as assigned.

Cass County Government is an Equal Opportunity and At Will Employer.

Education

• Associates or better