Agriculture Extension Agent Area

Job Title
Agriculture Extension Agent Area


Requisition Number
RE46948


Working Title
Regional Extension Agent for Nutrition Education


Department Name
81330:FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCES


Work Location
Louisville, 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

This position requires occasional lifting, pushing or pulling of objects up to 50 pounds. Occasional loading/unloading of materials for conferences, etc.



Shift

Primarily Monday through Friday, some weekends and evening activities may be required as needed.



Job Summary

This position provides supervision, training and evaluation of paraprofessionals delivering nutrition education programs to limited resource audiences. In addition it also provides support to county supervising agents and serves as a resource for teaching materials and nutrition information for all agents on SNAP-Ed delivery. Develops community partnerships that facilitate effective outreach to limited resource audiences.

Work Location:
Jefferson County Extension Office
Louisville, KY



Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Computer, communication and personnel.



Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
Yes


Preferred Education/Experience

Preferred Master’s degree in Nutrition, Family & Consumer Sciences or related field. Experience in Cooperative Extension Service.



Deadline to Apply
10/24/2024


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.