Now Hiring: 4-H Extension Summer Assistant
The Crawford County Extension office is accepting applications for a 4-H Extension Summer Assistant. This position is designed to provide assistance to County Extension staff during the busy summer months. The 4-H Summer Assistant will increase his/her knowledge of youth development programs, community partnerships, volunteer development, UW-Extension and the 4-H Youth Development Educator responsibilities. This summer position provides valuable pre-professional experience for educational and community-based careers. The 4-H Summer Intern is supervised by the Crawford County 4-H Youth Development Educator.
EMPLOYMENT PERIOD: MAY – AUGUST, 2025
Dates negotiable. Approximately 300 hours.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
The 4-H Summer Intern work involves, but is not limited to, assisting in the design, implementation, promotion and evaluation of youth development programs that benefit the Crawford County 4-H program, such as 4-H project lessons; 4-H fundraising activities; STEM events; animal science events; media collaboration; Summer Camp day camps; nutrition and physical activity events. This is an entry level position requiring significant contact with the public. Excellent learning opportunities in communications and marketing, volunteer development, teamwork, program development and more. This summer position provides flexibility in scheduling; however some weekend and evening work will be required.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Evidence of successful leadership experience in 4-H, school and/or community organizations.
- Self-motivated and self-directed
- Ability to deal with a variety of people from diverse backgrounds
- Strong organization and excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Enthusiasm and flexibility; strong critical thinking skills
- Valid driver’s license and proof of insurability
- Must be available to work occasional nights and weekends
- Computer proficiency in Microsoft programs
- 4-H experience highly desirable
- At least two years out of high school
- Knowledge of Crawford County a plus
To Apply: Crawford County Job Applications are required for employment and are available on the Crawford County website, www.crawfordcountywi.gov/jobs, or can be picked up from the Crawford County Clerk’s office.
Salary: Pay is $14.41/hour
Approximately 20-30 flexible hours/week. Reimbursement for official job travel will be provided according to county policy.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE AND DEADLINE:
Send cover letter, resume, and references either by mail or email by March 1st to:
Crawford County UW-Extension
225 N. Beaumont Suite 240
Prairie du Chien, WI 53821
608-326-0223
amy.mitchell@wisc.edu