The Extension Program Assistant I will assist with documentation and record keeping for Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program, including low-income families. This position maintains program data for specific counties in the Eastern Region. This position also assists the Eastern Region Extension Area with clerical support. This is a grant-funded position and is contingent upon the continued funding of the grant.

Required Qualifications:

• Education/Experience:

  • High School Diploma with clerical experience and some computer skills.

• Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

  • Typing, computer data entry, research, public relations, writing and graphic design for developing marketing materials.

  • Able to interact on a professional level with clientele, agents, and other program assistants.

  • Able to prioritize job responsibilities.

  • Needs a working knowledge of computers.

• Successful applicant must have a valid driver’s license.

• Clear background check will be required.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without need now or in the future for sponsorship for employment-based visa status.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Education/Experience:

  • Two years of college in business or equivalent at vocational school would be an asset.

  • At least 2 years’ experience preferred.

  • Advanced computer skills to keep records, do reports, exhibits, and type lesson plans and activities.

• Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

  • Knowledge of Microsoft programs (Word and Excel), Adobe, Canva, and database programs is preferred.

Work Location:

• Office is located at the UT Extension Eastern Region office in Knoxville, TN

Compensation and Benefits:

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About UT Extension, Family & Consumer Sciences:

UT Extension is the gateway to the University of Tennessee as the outreach unit of the Institute of Agriculture. With an office in every Tennessee county, Family & Consumer Sciences is the University of Tennessee at work in your community. Our top professionals in every county use research-based education to help Tennesseans gain knowledge and develop confidence in making good decisions today and tomorrow. We address the everyday issues families face and provide help through education regarding Family, Food/Nutrition, Health, Home, and Money.

• Collect data for programs.
• Maintain database of program participants’ records and evaluations.
• General office duties (filing and correspondence).
• Assist with scheduling appointments with partnering agencies and organizations.
• Assist Area Specialist with public relation activities.
• Keep track of account balances.
• Track budget information for program.
• Prepare material for Training classes of Extension Agents and/or Area Specialists.
• Responsible for preparation of program materials to be available and copied.