5/19/2026 - 4 – H Program Assistant Extension Service Department of Planning, Tourism & Community Affairs Salary Range: $32,930 – 36,228

4 – H Program Assistant
Extension Service
Department of Planning, Tourism & Community Affairs
Salary Range: $32,930 – 36,228

Duties: Provide administrative support to the Rutgers 4-H Youth Development Program of Cumberland County. Responsible for coordinating and managing the comprehensive 4-H youth development program – part of a team of three program assistants. Assists in enhancing the 4-H program through multiple delivery methods and audiences. Assists in growing the 4-H program, particularly the “Clover Bud” program for children in kindergarten through 4th grade, encouraging diverse participation from all regions of the county. Assists in managing the training of adult and youth club leaders. Assists in the management of financial and in-kind resources including collecting and recording fees, keeping financial records, and preparing reports as directed for both Cumberland County and Rutgers University. Manages and ensures availability of 4-H enrollment systems and databases. Assists with club leader and student recruitment. Responsible for leading the Cloverbud 4-H club. Designs, develops, coordinates, and evaluates 4-H events and activities to meet local needs. Promotes and markets 4-H youth development activities. Participates in area and statewide 4-H youth development program training sessions and updates to remain current in youth development research, 4-H programming, risk management, delivery methods and program policies.

The duties and examples of work for this title are for illustrative purposes only. A particular position using this title may not perform all duties listed in this job specification. Conversely, all duties performed on the job may not be listed.

Requirements: Experience working with youth and volunteers strongly preferred. Knowledge of the 4-H Youth Development Program and knowledge of and experience working with youth from kindergarten to age 19 with particular emphasis on kindergarten to 4th grade. Good organizational skills, including basic filing, storage, and alphabetizing skills. Ability to communicate effectively both in writing and verbally. Ability to determine priorities and complete work in a timely manner. Tact and diplomacy skills to effectively meet the needs of youth and adults. Knowledge of modern office methods including experience with email and Microsoft Office products. Experience with Adobe Design Suite a plus. Possession of a valid New Jersey driver’s license. Ability to read, write, speak, understand, or communicate in English proficiently to perform the duties of this position. Proficiency, understanding and speaking Spanish a plus.

Hours: Typical work shifts are 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday. Shifts include a 1-hour unpaid meal break. Some nights and weekends may be required and flexibility in work periods is preferred.

Note: Offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of physical fitness screenings and criminal background checks.

Applicants should submit a cover letter and resume to:
Cumberland County Department of Personnel
HR@CumberlandCountyNJ.gov
OR complete an application on-line and upload documents at: https://www.cumberlandcountynj.gov/jobs.
Open until filled.

The County of Cumberland offers a wide array of benefits for all full-time employees. Benefits include Retirement Programs, Medical/RX Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Supplemental Insurance options, Paid Leave, and Tuition Reimbursement. Specific benefits are subject to the provisions of County policy and the applicable collective bargaining agreement. Part time employees are eligible for leave benefits as required by New Jersey law.

The County of Cumberland is an equal employment opportunity employer. We are committed to recruit and hire qualified individuals without discrimination and regardless of race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, breastfeeding, gender identity or expression, disability, liability for military service, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait and genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing).

Cumberland County employment is governed by the rules and regulations of the NJ Civil Service Commission.

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4 – H Program Assistant Extension Service Department of Planning, Tourism & Community Affairs Salary Range: $32,930 – 36,228

Applicants should submit a cover letter and resume to: Cumberland County Department of Personnel HR@CumberlandCountyNJ.gov OR complete an application on-line and upload documents at: https://www.cumberlandcountynj.gov/jobs. Open until filled.

4 – H Program Assistant
Extension Service
Department of Planning, Tourism & Community Affairs
Salary Range: $32,930 – 36,228

Applicants should submit a cover letter and resume to:
Cumberland County Department of Personnel
HR@CumberlandCountyNJ.gov
OR complete an application on-line and upload documents at: https://www.cumberlandcountynj.gov/jobs.
Open until filled.