Agriculture & 4-H Extension Agent — Rowan County

University of Kentucky; Morehead (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Kentucky Extension is seeking an Extension Agent for Agriculture and Natural Resources and 4-H Youth Development in Rowan County (Morehead, KY). The role leads educational programs across agriculture, horticulture, natural resources and youth development, working with volunteers and community groups.

You will develop and deliver programs, coordinate with advisory groups, and advocate for youth and community leadership initiatives while conducting outreach across farms and local

Qualifications

• Requires ability to communicate clearly with diverse audiences
• Ability to plan and deliver educational programs in agriculture and 4-H
• Experience working with youth and volunteers preferred
• Demonstrated leadership and ability to serve as a positive role model

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership for educational programs in agriculture, horticulture and natural resources
• Oversee 4-H youth development activities for Rowan County
• Develop field trails, demonstrations and result demonstrations
• Coordinate with councils and advisory groups to guide programming
• Involve community in leadership development and local government outreach
• Recruit and train volunteers to support youth programming
• Disseminate practical information on Agriculture, Family Consumer Sciences, 4-H and community development

Skills

Communication skills

Oral and written communication

Public speaking

Computer-based program delivery

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Agriculture-related field

Strong knowledge of agronomy/plant science/horticulture

Experience with 4-H or youth development programs

Leadership and community development experience

Agriculture economics or natural resources understanding

Tools

MS Office/educational software

Job description

University of Kentucky Extension is seeking an Extension Agent for Agriculture and Natural Resources and 4-H Youth Development in Rowan County (Morehead, KY). The role leads educational programs across agriculture, horticulture, natural resources and youth development, working with volunteers and community groups.

You will develop and deliver programs, coordinate with advisory groups, and advocate for youth and community leadership initiatives while conducting outreach across farms and local