Agriculture Extension Associate Senior
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Posting Details
| Job Title | Agriculture Extension Associate Senior |
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| Requisition Number | RE49392 |
| Working Title | NEP Training Coordinator |
| Department Name | 81330:FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCES |
| Work Location | Lexington, KY |
| Grade Level | 44 |
| Salary Range | $43,805-70,075/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 | This position requires occasional lifting, pushing or pulling of objects up to 50 pounds, and loading and/or unloading supplies and materials onto carts; sitting and/or standing for extended periods of time; and intermittent job-related travel. |
| Shift | Primarily Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., some weekends and evening activities may be required as needed. |
| Job Summary | Family and Consumer Sciences Extension within the Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment is currently seeking a Senior Extension Associate to support the Nutrition Education Program (NEP). The primary functions of this position are to plan, develop, implement, and evaluate training associated with the UK Nutrition Education program, working with Program Assistants and County Extension Agents, and NEP state staff. This position is one of a team that supports Extension professionals and county educators in improving nutrition and health outcomes. This position will be located full time in Lexington, KY. |
| Skills / Knowledge / Abilities | MS Windows, Outlook, and PowerPoint. |
| Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? | No |
| Preferred Education/Experience | Master’s degree and 3 years of experience preferred. Previous work within Cooperative Extension Service preferred. |
| Deadline to Apply | 04/16/2025 |
| Our University Community | We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone 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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Please describe your experience in development and/or delivery of educational programs.
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Describe how your skills and experience make you a good fit for this position.
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How many years experience do you have working with Cooperative Extension Service programs?
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- More than 0, up through 3 years
- More than 3 years, up through 6 years
- More than 6 years, up through 9 years
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How many years of experience do you have coordinating trainings and/or events.
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- More than 1 year, up through 3 years
- More than 3 years
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