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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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Facilities Coordinator – Hudson

The Facilities Coordinator is primarily responsible for maintaining the Association offices and properties and assists with Association vehicle maintenance. The Coordinator also helps to ensure the safety of staff, volunteers, participants, and the public. The Coordinator interacts with staff, volunteers, and the public in a cooperative manner at all times. The Coordinator also performs facility cleaning tasks.

This position is primarily located in the Association’s Hudson, NY office, and typically reports to the Association’s Acra, NY office two days/week or as requested.

Required Qualifications

• High School diploma/GED plus one-year transferrable program/functional experience. Associate’s degree plus experience relevant to the role of the position may substitute for a High School Diploma/GED plus one-year transferrable functional experience.
• Ability to help ensure diverse, equitable, and inclusive environments.
• Knowledge of maintenance and repair methods, materials, and techniques applicable to public buildings. Demonstrated ability to perform maintenance and repair work.
• Ability to meet regular travel requirements associated with this position. A valid NYS driver's license with the ability to drive and driving record acceptable for agency insurance coverage are required.
• Ability to work flexible hours which may include early mornings, evenings and/or weekends, as appropriate. Arrive to work ahead of regular building opening hours to plow and clear snow and ice from parking areas and driveways, sidewalks and building entrances.
• 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 frequently operates maintenance equipment including but not limited to riding and other lawn mowers, snow blowers and plows, and other maintenance tools and equipment. This position frequently works in outdoor weather conditions including extreme heat, precipitation and cold. This position frequently lifts, moves, or transports supplies and equipment. This position frequently requires positions self (e.g., pulling, bending, reaching, touching, kneeling, using hands to feel/reach, climbing stairs and ladders). This position is regularly exposed to work near moving and/ vibrating mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment is typically moderate and occasionally very loud, especially when using equipment like lawnmowers, leaf blowers, snow blowers, etc.
• Communication skills: Ability to read English and interpret documents such instructions, safety and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine correspondence. Ability to speak effectively with employees and others. Ability to follow oral and written instructions and assume responsibility with general guidelines and direction.
• Technology Skills: Basic computer skills. Ability to learn and use MS Outlook electronic calendar functions, compose emails, use internet-based software.

Position Details

This is a full-time (35 hours/week), nonexempt position. Compensation paid at the rate of $22 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

All applications must be received on-line by 11:59 pm October 29, 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.

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Last updated October 15, 2024