University of Arizona · 1 day ago
Extension Assistant II (Part Time)
Tucson, AZ
Part-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$16.50/hr - $20.63/hr
3+ years expThe University of Arizona is seeking an enthusiastic and organized individual to fill the position of Extension Assistant II. The primary purpose of this position is to assist in the delivery of semester-based afterschool programming for youth and support the community engagement process, fostering an inclusive learning environment.
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Responsibilities
Assist in the implementation of The Garden Kitchen's youth programming
Assist in the physical setup of the kitchen, garden, classroom, and recreational spaces
Assist with the community engagement process with partners and youth to co-design programming content
Foster and maintain relationships with high school, middle school, and youth center partners participating in The Garden Kitchen programming, and/or use The Garden Kitchen facility for programming and camps
Support the implementation of a trauma-informed, inclusive learning environment and implementation of programming at sites
Support high school participant peer mentors for younger cohorts
Coordinate and support delivery of program materials, control and monitor inventory of materials, and collect and monitor program and participant evaluation information as appropriate
Establish contact with and collect appropriate community resources for relevant supportive information and provide those resources and information to program partners and/or participants as appropriate
Record informational entries into data collection systems, time logs, and mileage logs
Additional programming will include gardening in The Garden Kitchen community garden, cleaning the commercial kitchen facilities, and/or assisting with additional The Garden Kitchen programming as needed
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or high school diploma equivalency is required
Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience
Must have a valid driver's license and ability to drive according to the University Fleet Safety Policy
Ability to obtain a Food Handler's Card
Ability to obtain a Fingerprint One Clearance Card
Knowledge of data collection systems
Ability to communicate and work effectively with a variety of groups/individuals
Knowledge of commercial kitchen standards and understanding the basics of cooking
Skill in public speaking and presenting information to large groups
Knowledge of trauma-informed program delivery
Preferred
Experience implementing programming for youth and the ability to lead training and physical activity classes for a variety of ability levels
Prior experience with monitoring, maintaining, and recording program data, materials, and identifying program needs
Benefits
Health, dental, and vision insurance plans
Life insurance and disability programs
Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members
Retirement plans
Access to U of A recreation and cultural activities
Company
University of Arizona
University of Arizona is a public research university that offers bachelor’s, master’s, doctoral, and professional degree courses.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$88.9MKey Investors
US Department of EnergyGoogle.orgNational Science Foundation
2024-12-10Grant· $0.61M
2024-06-04Grant· $1M
2023-09-07Grant· $30M
Leadership Team
Chad Herzog
Associate Vice President, Arizona Arts
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