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4-H Agriculture Program Assistant – Hudson, NY

The Program Assistant is a flexible, helpful support staff who performs a variety of responsibilities including but not limited to: planning, coordinating, and attending meetings and events, assisting with volunteer management, ordering and maintaining supplies and inventory, virtual program assistance (remote connection, Zoom, cameras, etc.), ordering meals for events, data entry, event registrations and troubleshooting, and writing routine communications (announcements, emails, social media posts, etc.).

This position primarily works out of the Association’s Hudson office, but frequently travels and reports to other locations throughout Columbia and Greene Counties based on program needs.

Required Qualifications

• Associate’s degree. GED/High School Diploma plus 2 years’ experience may substitute for an Associate’s degree.
• Experience relevant to the role of the position.
• Ability to help ensure diverse, equitable, and inclusive programs.
• Travel Requirements - Ability to meet frequent travel requirements associated with this position. A valid NYS driver's license with the ability to drive and driving record acceptable for Association insurance coverage are required.
• Ability to work flexible hours, which may include evenings and/or weekends, as appropriate.
• Ability to assist with various duties to support programs and program staff.
• Ability to relate effectively to co-workers, advisors, community, and professional leaders.
• Computer Skills - Ability to effectively use software including use of the internet, program related software, virtual technology (connections, Zoom, cameras, etc.), and Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Publisher, and Excel.
• Work Environment – In addition to the Working Conditions, the work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions. This position works in a typical office environment. In addition, the position frequently lifts, moves, or transports program materials and equipment. The position regularly shops for program materials and food. The position regularly works in outdoor weather conditions including extreme heat and cold, precipitation, and in environments like fairs, outdoor community events, farms, gardens, and natural environmental settings.

Preferred qualifications

• 4-H agriculture experience preferred

Position Details

This is a full-time (35 hours/week), nonexempt position. Compensation paid at the rate of $20 per hour. Excellent benefits, based on eligibility, including:

• Paid Vacation, Sick, and Personal leave
• Paid Holidays
• NYS Health Insurance Program (including free Dental Insurance)
• NYS Retirement (NYSERS)
• Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Total Care Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tax Deferred Annuity Plan
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Group Universal Life Insurance
• Personal Accidental Insurance
• Legal Plan Insurance
• Long Term Care Insurance
• Auto and Homeowner’s Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• New York’s College Savings Program
• ClearPoint Credit Counseling Solutions

No relocation or VISA Sponsorship available.

All applications must be received on-line by 11:59 pm on October 15, 2024. Position closing dates may change based on Association needs.

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Taste NY Market Store Associates (FT, PT, and Seasonal positions available)– New Baltimore, NY

Multiple positions available, including FT. PT, and Seasonal (temporary). Compensation paid at the rate of $17.00 per hour.

Taste NY highlights the quality, diversity, and economic impact of food and beverages grown, produced, or processed in New York State. The Cornell Cooperative Extension of Columbia & Greene Counties Capital Region Welcome Center Taste NY Market (the “Market”) promotes the region's local tourism industry, rich history, food and beverages. The Market is a partnership between CCE of Columbia and Greene Counties, Cornell University, NYS Agriculture and Markets and the NYS Empire State Development Corporation.

Taste NY Market Store Associate responsibilities include assisting with management of inventory, operation of cash register, cash controls, transportation of inventory to the store, customer service, food service and record keeping. Helps to keep the store visually distinctive and impeccably maintained – cleaning, preparing product demonstrations, restocking, refilling supplies, etc. Associates also discuss NYS agriculture and local foods with customers to engage them in these areas and to provide information upon request about the food and farm products sold in the store.

Required Educational Qualifications:

High School Diploma or equivalent.

To Apply & For Further Details

Apply for Taste NY Market Store Associate through Workday

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Last updated September 24, 2024