Education Program Assistant 2 (Short-Term)

Important Notifications:

Application Deadline: When applying, please keep in mind this posting will close at 11:59 pm the night before the posted "end date". Applications MUST be submitted prior to this deadline.

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Department:

Division of Extension & Engagement -

Special Instructions to Applicants:

When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:

1. A resume; and
2. A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position.

Starting salary will be commensurate with skills, education, and experience.

For additional information please contact:

Geoff Puryear Geoff.puryear@oregonstate.edu

Job Summary:

This recruitment will be used to fill one part-time (approximately 20 hours per week), short-term, Education Program Assistant 2 position for the Division of Extension and Engagement’s Extension Service in Multnomah County, Oregon. This position is expected to last approximately 6 months. Any extension of this appointment will be dependent upon funding. This position is located in Portland, Oregon.

The OSU Division of Extension and Engagement (division) works with communities throughout Oregon to support lifelong learning and co-create innovative solutions to address local challenges. Together, we envision a future where Oregon’s people, communities and ecosystems prosper.

This Education Program Assistant 2 (EPA2) supports the Small Farms programs of the Extension Service in Multnomah County. The mission of the Small Farms program is to advance sustainable agriculture, community food systems, and economic progress for Oregon's small farmers and ranchers and provide a leading-edge experience for students.

This EPA2 works independently and collaboratively with OSU employees, educators, community partners, and the public to plan, organize, coordinate, deliver, and market non-credit educational programs for the Small Farms program. Work includes office-based duties, farm visits, program logistics, digital communications, educational workshops delivery, and other support as needed for small farms programming.

Travel/driving is required.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct farm visits and consults
• Deliver producer education workshops
• Recruit participants for convenings and other training opportunities
• Provide follow-up technical assistance to farmers and producers
• Connect producers with OSU resources
• Support implementation of roadmap recommendations

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:

• Associate's degree and three years of work experience (paid or volunteer) supporting community programs that serve children, youth or adults OR
• Bachelor's Degree and one year of work experience (paid or volunteer) one year of which must be working in youth development programs, adult education, teaching, program delivery or related functions OR
• Five years’ experience in a field related to the duties of the position AND a high school diploma or equivalent. AND
• Demonstrated oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated skill to work with diverse audiences.
• Demonstrated skill to use computers for word processing, data management, and communications.
• A commitment to collaborative and respectful learning and working environments that are safe, inclusive, and welcoming.
• Ability to communicate successfully and inclusively with broad and diverse groups in a culturally responsible manner.
• General knowledge and ability to use computers, including proficiency with information technology, collaborative work platforms, and professional office software such as or similar to the Microsoft Applications.
• Ability to learn and adapt to using multiple forms of digital communication systems, including website software, email newsletters, social media, and other tools in a changing technological environment.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work as a collaborative member of a team.

This position requires driving a university vehicle or a personal vehicle on behalf of the university; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a motor vehicle history check, possess and maintain a current, valid driver’s license in their state of residence, be determined to be position qualified and self-report convictions as per University Policy 05-030.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in agriculture, horticulture, natural resources, education, or a related field.
• Bilingual (English and Spanish) and/or Bicultural. Demonstrated ability to engage Spanish-speaking audiences through the utilization of bi-literate and bicultural skills.
• Experience coordinating formal or informal educational events for large groups (100+ participants).
• Experience working with online educational and/or webinar delivery systems.
• Experience with graphic design tools such as Adobe InDesign or Canva.

Working Conditions/Schedule:

• The work sites for this position are located in Multnomah County in Oregon. A remote or flexible work arrangement will be established in accordance with university policies and business needs, subject to periodic review.
• This individual will work in varied working environments including outdoors on uneven/rugged terrain.
• Flexibility to work non-standard schedule: evenings and weekends may be required based on programming needs, coordinating with supervisor to adapt work schedule to address needs.
• Ability to transport (lift, carry, push and/or pull) up to 50 lbs. of educational materials and equipment.
• Driving/traveling is required to support educational programming and outreach activities throughout Multnomah County in the Extension’s North Willamette Region and various farms. Access to a personal vehicle will be necessary.

Salary Range:

$22.57 - $34.10

Anticipated Start Date:

2026-12-14

Anticipated End Date:

2027-06-30

When applying, please keep in mind this posting will close at 11:59 pm the night before the posted "end date". Applications MUST be submitted prior to this deadline.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status.

OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.

OSU is a fair chance employer committed to inclusive hiring. We encourage applications from candidates who bring a wide range of lived experience including involvement with the justice system. If this position has “critical or security-sensitive” responsibilities and/or driving duties and you are selected as a finalist, your initial job offer will be contingent upon the results of a job-related pre-employment check (such as a background check, motor vehicle history check, sexual misconduct reference check, etc.). Background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate. Take a look at our Background Checks website including the for candidates section for more details. If you have questions or concerns about the pre-employment check, please contact OSU’s Employee and Labor Relations team at employee.relations@oregonstate.edu.