Present the first impression of the local extension program and K-State Research and
Extension while greeting the public and answering the telephone.
 Respond to routine requests from the public. Refer other requests to the appropriate individual.
 Be familiar with schedules of agents in order to respond to phone calls and office visits.
• Open, sort and date-stamp mail. Scan and note due dates for responses. Make copies as
appropriate to keep everyone informed of important information.
• Organize correspondence, records and other information for future retrieval.
• Copy and distribute correspondence, news releases and meeting and event notices via mail, email,
or social media.
• Create documents such as newsletters, fliers, brochures, etc.
• Maintain web pages and social media with up-to-date information.
• Receive and record registrations for events.
• Prepare regular and routine documents, logs, reports and schedules.
• Maintain databases.
• Coordinate ordering of supplies, equipment and publications.
• Keep publications racks stocked and rotated.
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• Manage the documentation associated with the volunteer screening process.
• Perform routine maintenance of office equipment and make arrangements for repair when
necessary.
• Keep mailing lists and databases up-to-date.
• Maintain accounts payable, accounts receivable and budgets.
• Prepare monthly financial reports for the board.
• Prepare monthly payroll including filing of state and federal reports.
• Receive and record cash and checks.
• Operate equipment such as computer and copy machines.
• Delegate duties as appropriate to part-time or student employees.
• Carry out other related duties as assigned.
Required Knowledge, Abilities and Skills:
online. 8-5 job but extra hours during fair time. vacation time and KPERS provided.

email wshughes@ksu.edu or stop by the office at 701 E main in Lyons. Call 620-786-1226 for more information.

“K-State Research and Extension – Rice County is an equal opportunity provider and employer. A criminal background check is required.”