Agriculture Extension Associate

University of Kentucky; Lexington (VA); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kentucky’s Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment seeks an Agriculture Extension Associate for One Health. You’ll advance outreach and education across Kentucky, coordinating programs that connect animal, human, and environmental health through collaborative, interdisciplinary initiatives.

You’ll develop educational resources, organize trainings and meetings, and provide administrative support for extension activities.

Qualifications

• BA required.
• Experience in agriculture, education, or administrative support is preferred.
• Graphic design/marketing experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support One Health Extension initiatives with educational resources for Extension agents and specialists.
• Develop and organize materials, resources, and tools for training and meetings.
• Provide administrative and operational support for Agriculture and Natural Resources Extension activities.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

PowerPoint

Office 365

Teams

Skype for Business

Zoom

Job description

Posting Details

Job Title

Agriculture Extension Associate

Requisition Number

RE55828

Working Title

One Health Extension Associate

Department Name

81080:ENTOMOLOGY

Work Location

Lexington, KY

Grade Level

42

Salary Range

$17.76-28.43/hour

Type of Position

Staff

Position Time Status

Full-Time

Required Education

BA

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

Job-related travel; visiting clientele/agents throughout the state (including farms); sitting/standing/walking for long periods; handling of average-weight objects up to 50 lbs.

Shift

Monday-Friday (8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.); occasional nights or weekends may be required.

Job Summary

The Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment is seeking a dynamic and motivated Extension Associate for One Health to help advance innovative outreach and education efforts across Kentucky. This role offers the opportunity to work at the intersection of animal, human, and environmental health while supporting impactful Extension programs that serve communities throughout the Commonwealth. The Extension Associate will play a key role in coordinating programs, providing educational resources, and supporting interdisciplinary initiatives that promote the One Health mission through collaboration, outreach, and public engagement. The Extension Associate reports to the Animal Health Extension Veterinarian/One Health Extension Coordinator and works collaboratively with the One Health Initiative Coordinator, Extension agents, specialists, and other internal and external partners. The position includes regular interaction with Extension personnel and limited interaction with members of the general public.

About The Role

Primary responsibilities include supporting One Health Extension initiatives through the development of educational resources for Extension agents and specialists. This role will develop and organize materials, resources, and tools to support training, meetings, programs, and other organizational activities. Additional duties include maintaining and enhancing One Health Extension resources, coordinating program activities at conferences, meetings, and trade shows, and providing administrative and operational support for Agriculture and Natural Resources Extension activities as needed. This position calls for a highly organized and creative professional with strong interpersonal skills and technical skills and a passion for collaborative, interdisciplinary work. The ideal candidate will thrive in a team-oriented environment while supporting and advancing Extension’s One Health mission through innovative outreach, educational programming, and strategic efforts. Employment in this program is contingent upon successful completion of national and state criminal background checks, as well as receipt of a clearance letter from the Cabinet for Health and Family Services confirming no substantiated findings of child abuse or neglect through a review of child abuse and neglect records, in accordance with state law.

Why Join Us

At the Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment, you’ll find a community that values collaboration, growth, and recognition. Benefits of joining our team include:

• Exceptional benefits package.
• A formal mentoring program to support your professional development
• Access to a staff development fund for continued learning and skill building
• Dedicated staff recognition programs that celebrate your contributions
• A shared commitment to making the University of Kentucky the University of, for, and with Kentucky

Join us in shaping the future of teaching and learning—where innovation meets impact.

To find out more about Martin-Gatton CAFE and how the college supports the mission of this being the University of, for, and with Kentucky,

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Office 365, Teams, Skype for Business; and Zoom

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

No

Preferred Education/Experience

Education or previous experience in agriculture, education or previous experience working in an administrative support role and education or previous experience in graphic design/marketing.

Driver’s License preferred

Deadline to Apply

09/28/2026

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. The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status. 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.