Agriculture Extension Director Associate

University of Kentucky; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kentucky invites applications for Agriculture Extension Director Associate, serving as Director of Extension Administrative Operations. Based in Lexington, KY, you will lead statewide administrative operations for the Cooperative Extension Service, partnering with Extension leadership and university partners to ensure efficient county operations.

The role requires a Master’s degree with five years of related experience, and preferably Administrative/Cooperative Extension

Qualifications

• Master’s degree and five years of related experience.
• Administrative and/or Cooperative Extension experience preferred.
• Strong organizational and leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

• Provides statewide leadership for administrative operations within the Cooperative Extension Service.
• Leads organizational programs, policy implementation and administrative planning.
• Oversees compliance reviews, organizational analysis and process improvement initiatives.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Education

Master’s degree

Job description

Agriculture Extension Director Associate

Job Title Agriculture Extension Director Associate

Requisition Number

Requisition Number RE55813

Working Title

Working Title Director of Extension Administrative Operations

Department Name

Department Name 81023:COOPERATIVE EXTENSION

Work Location

Work Location Lexington, KY

Grade Level 00

Salary Range

Type of Position

Type of Position Staff

Position Time Status

Position Time Status Full-Time

Required Education

No set minimum requirements.

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Required License/Registration/Certification

None

Physical Requirements

Sitting for long periods; lifting objects up to 10 lbs.

Shift

Primarily weekdays; some weekend and evening activities may be required.

Job Summary

The Director of Extension Administrative Operations provides statewide leadership for administrative operations, organizational development, and compliance within the University of Kentucky Cooperative Extension Service. The position works closely with Extension leadership, Regional and Area Extension Directors, and University partners to ensure effective administration of county operations. Responsibilities include organizational programs, policy implementation and administrative planning. The position also leads compliance reviews, organizational analysis, and process improvement initiatives that support sound decision-making and operational excellence. Through strategic leadership and collaboration, this role helps ensure consistent, efficient, and accountable Extension operations across Kentucky.
Internal Employee Being Considered

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? Yes

Preferred Education/Experience

Master’s degree and five years of related experience. Administrative and/or Cooperative Extension experience preferred.

Deadline to Apply

Deadline to Apply 09/18/2026

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