Agriculture Extension Associate Senior

University of Kentucky, United States

Updated: about 1 month ago
Location: Lexington, KENTUCKY
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: ;

Posting Details
Posting Details


Job Title Agriculture Extension Associate Senior
Requisition Number RE45256
Working Title
Department Name 81080:ENTOMOLOGY
Work Location Lexington, KY
Grade Level 44
Salary Range $43,361-69,383/year
Type of Position Staff
Position Time Status Full-Time
Required Education

MS
Click here for more information about equivalencies: https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
Required Related Experience

No experience required.
Required License/Registration/Certification
None
Physical Requirements
Sitting for long periods, may also require standing for long periods.
Shift
Monday-Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm
Job Summary
Extension Pesticide Safety Educator Senior Associate is responsible for actively working with Kentucky Extension personnel and the Kentucky Department of Agriculture to coordinate the private applicator training and certification program and develop and present educational materials at regional events across the state. The individual will also support the training of commercial applicators through the development and update of training materials. The individual will be expected to:
• oversee and maintain online programs to support county-based personnel that issue pesticide certifications and registrations for private and non-certified applicators
• pursue external funding opportunities
• support the program’s established deliverables, which are agreed to with funding partners
• continuously develop original content to engage audiences through innovative educational methods such as online courses, videos, electronic publications, and activities in addition to traditional publications and in-person presentations to meet EPA standards for core competency delivery
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No
Preferred Education/Experience
Deadline to Apply 05/21/2024
University Community of Inclusion
The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

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