Extension County Director - McCracken County

University of Kentucky, United States

Updated: about 2 months ago
Job Type: FullTime
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Posting Details
Posting Details


Job Title Extension County Director - McCracken County
Requisition Number RE44209
Working Title
Department Name 81W02: KCES Region West Area 02
Work Location McCracken County, KY
Grade Level 00
Salary Range
Type of Position Staff
Position Time Status Full-Time
Required Education
No set minimum requirements.
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Required Related Experience
No set minimum requirements.
Required License/Registration/Certification
None
Physical Requirements
Job related travel including overnight stays; visiting clientele at sites throughout the county (including farms); standing/walking for long periods; handling of average-weight objects up to 25 pounds
Shift
Monday – Friday 8:00am – 5:00pm with evenings and weekends as needed. Most weeks will exceed 40 hours.
Job Summary
The Extension County Director will provide leadership for all aspects of the Cooperative Extension Service in the county. The County Director responsibilities include: (1) oversee and ensure quality of educational programming throughout the county; has primary responsibility to ensure completion of county Plan of Work; (2) serve as the primary contact and manage the relationship with the District Board in the County; serve as primary contact for County Extension Council; coordinating regular meetings; working with committees and agents to ensure a diverse local membership; (3) ensure accountability throughout the County Extension service while maintaining positive public relations; (4) supervise and/or oversee agents and county office staff; (5) develop strong intra-office and intra-county relationships; (6) foster teamwork and collaboration throughout program areas, staff and county partnerships; (7) respond to county and Extension issues in a timely manner; (8) ensure that all youth and adults have an equal opportunity to participate in Extension programs regardless of race, color, age, sex, religion, disability, or national origin.
This dynamic position requires a highly motivated individual with a strong background in economic development, government relations, and grant acquisition.
All staff in a county will support the dissemination of useful and practical information on subjects relating to Agriculture, Family Consumer Sciences, 4-H and Community and Rural Development as outlined in the KRS statues 164.605 to 164.675.
Salary Range: $66,500 – $86,500
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Supervision & leadership experience
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? Yes
Preferred Education/Experience
MS plus 4 years of experience in Cooperative Extension Service
Deadline to Apply 03/20/2024
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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