Program Assistant

The Program Assistant assists 4-H Specialists and Program Coordinators by providing reliable, timely, and accurate systems, administrative, and logistical support for statewide processes. This position provides customer service to local Extension units, university partners, program participants, and families. Responsibilities include supporting the online volunteer screening process, invoicing local Extension units, financial processes, logistics for select 4-H events, online enrollment management, general office processes, and other administrative support.

K-State Extension improves the lives, livelihoods, and communities of Kansans through education, research, engagement, and leadership. Serving all 105 counties, we connect university research with practical solutions that strengthen agriculture, natural resources, youth development, health, economic vitality, and communities across Kansas.

This position is On-site.

All employees must reside in the United States when they begin working to comply with state law. K-State is unable to provide remote or hybrid work opportunities for residents of the state of Idaho.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Requires a high school diploma (or equivalent) and one year of relevant experience.
• Requirements may be met through a combination of education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated customer service skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Three years of administrative assistance experience
• Experience with on-line enrollment systems
• Experience with data collections systems (ie., Qualtrics)
• Familiarity with 4-H Youth Development programs
• Knowledge of K-State Extension

Sponsorship eligibility:

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship

Please submit the following documents:

1. Cover letter
2. Resume
3. Three professional references

Applications close on:August 2, 2026

$16.36 - $20.44 hourly