Ag and Natural Resources 4-H Assistant

Overview

Extension Agriculture & Natural Resources / 4-H Assistant supports the Agriculture & Natural Resources Extension Professor in delivering educational programs, maintaining demonstration projects, supporting youth development activities, and assisting with office and community outreach efforts. This position provides hands-on support for agriculture and natural resource programming, technology and robotics education, demonstration garden maintenance, pest monitoring projects, community events, and general Extension office operations.

The successful candidate will work with youth and community members, assist with educational programming, perform outdoor maintenance and agricultural tasks, and represent the Extension office at community events and activities.

This position requires flexibility, initiative, and the ability to work independently as well as part of a team.

Schedule

This position requires a flexible work schedule that may include evenings, weekends, and special events as needed. Work schedules will be coordinated with and approved by the Agriculture & Natural Resources Extension Professor based on program and operational needs.

This is a temporary funded part-time ending in December 2026.

Responsibilities

Agriculture & Natural Resources Support

• Assist the Agriculture & Natural Resources Extension Professor with educational and outreach programs.
• Support agriculture, horticulture, and natural resource projects and demonstrations.
• Monitor and assist with pest, insect, and related agricultural research or educational projects.
• Assist with data collection, observations, and reporting as directed.
• Maintain demonstration plots, gardens, and landscape areas.

4-H Youth Development

• Assist with planning, organizing, and conducting 4-H youth programs and activities.
• Teach and support robotics and technology-related educational programs.
• Work directly with youth participants in a positive, safe, and educational manner.
• Help prepare educational materials and activities for youth programs and workshops.

Demonstration Garden & Grounds Maintenance

• Plant, water, weed, prune, and maintain demonstration gardens and landscape areas.
• Operate and maintain equipment such as lawn mowers, weed eaters, and other grounds maintenance tools.
• Assist with seasonal landscaping and beautification projects.
• Ensure outdoor areas are maintained in a safe and professional manner.

Office & Administrative Support

• Assist with general office operations and administrative duties as assigned.
• Answer phones, greet visitors, and provide customer service to clientele.
• Assist with event preparation.
• Support educational program logistics and material preparation.

Community Events & Outreach

• Assist with community events, educational workshops, Heritage Days (formerly known as the Fair), other Extension activities.
• Help with event setup, operation, and cleanup.
• Represent the Extension office in a professional manner while interacting with community members and stakeholders.

Other Duties

• Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned by the Agriculture & Natural Resources Extension Professor or Extension administration.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Basic computer and technology skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with youth programs, 4-H, education, or mentoring activities.
• Experience with gardening, landscaping, agriculture, or natural resource management.
• Experience operating lawn maintenance or agricultural equipment.
• Experience with robotics, STEM, or technology education programs.
• Customer service and office experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Interest in agriculture, natural resources, horticulture, youth development, robotics, or related fields.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a supervisor to develop and maintain a flexible work schedule.
• Ability and willingness to work with youth and the general public.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to follow instructions, work independently, and function effectively as part of a team.

Job offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check

Required Documents

Along with the online application, please attach

• Resume to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under “Resume/CV”
• Cover letter to be typed/pasted at the end of your application

**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.**

Advertised Salary

$18.00 per hour commensurate with experience.

ADA

This position involves a combination of office work, outdoor field work, educational programming, and community event participation, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Physical Demands

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, reaching, and lifting.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds or more.
• Ability to perform outdoor labor for extended periods.
• Ability to operate equipment including lawn mowers, weed eaters, hand tools, and other grounds maintenance equipment.
• Ability to load, unload, move, and set up program and event materials.
• Ability to work on uneven terrain and in outdoor environments.

Environmental Conditions

• Frequent exposure to outdoor weather conditions including heat, cold, wind, dust, and precipitation.
• Exposure to insects, plants, soil, and other agricultural or natural resource-related environments.
• Occasional exposure to noise from lawn and grounds maintenance equipment.

Mental Demands

• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and responsibilities.
• Ability to work effectively with youth, adults, community members, and coworkers.
• Ability to adapt to changing schedules, priorities, and program needs.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and maintain professionalism in a public-facing environment.
• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions.

University Highlights

Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah’s premier land-grant, public service university. As an R1 research institution, Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge and serving the public good through innovative research and scholarly activities that are grounded in reciprocal engagement with local, regional, and global communities. USU prepares students to be active, civically engaged leaders who are prepared to address critical societal challenges. Dedicated to providing a high-quality and affordable education, USU remains a leader in research, discovery, and public impact.

USU enrolls over 29,800 students, both online and in person at locations throughout the state. Utah State’s 30 locations include a main campus in Logan, Utah, residential campuses in Price and Blanding, and six additional statewide campuses, along with education centers serving every county. USU educates students from all 50 states and more than 80 countries. For over 100 years, USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns, serving every county in the state.

Competing at the NCAA Division I level, USU is a proud member of the Mountain West Conference and will join the Pac-12 Conference beginning in the 2026-2027 season. The Aggies’ long-standing tradition of athletic and academic excellence is exemplified by recent Mountain West regular-season and tournament championships in women’s volleyball, three consecutive Mountain West tournament titles in women’s soccer conference championships, and a first-ever conference championship for gymnastics, reflecting USU's commitment to perseverance and achievement.

Utah State is dedicated to fostering a community where all individuals feel respected, valued, and supported and where diversity of thought and culture are cultivated. We seek to recruit, hire, and retain people from all walks of life who will champion excellence in education, research, discovery, outreach, and service. We believe that promoting a strong sense of community and belonging empowers and engages all members of USU to thrive and be successful. Forbes recognized our commitment to employees when they named Utah State the best employer in Utah in 2023. Learn more about USU.

The university provides a Dual Career Assistance Program to support careers for partners who are also seeking employment. Additionally, USU is committed to providing access and a reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, contact the university’s ADA Coordinator in the Office of Human Resources at (435) 797-0122 or hr@usu.edu .

*updated 12/2025

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*updated 10/2025