Community Wellness & Youth Development Extension Agent

Kansas State University; Manhattan (KS); On-site; USD 47,500 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Kansas State University Extension is seeking an on-site Extension agent to lead and evaluate educational programming that strengthens families and communities across Wallace County. This role will coordinate 4-H youth activities, support gardening education, and engage volunteers and partners to advance K-State's five critical issues.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree (Master's preferred) and a commitment to flexible hours, including some evenings and travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and related coursework/experience required.
• Demonstrated leadership experience and ability to manage groups.
• Experience delivering information, training, or education to diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development, implementation, and evaluation of research-based educational programming for healthy, sustainable communities.
• Coordinate Wallace County 4-H youth development program and events.
• Support the Wallace County Extension Master Gardener program and related horticultural education.
• Engage in community vitality programming to strengthen civic, social, and economic capacity.
• Recruit and manage volunteers to extend program reach and impact.
• Pursue internal and external funding to support programming.
• Provide oversight for the Wallace County office staff and collaborate with Sunflower District.

Skills

Leadership experience

Group facilitation

Communication (English & Spanish)

Self-motivation

Work with minimal supervision

Volunteer recruitment & management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

Kansas State University Extension is seeking an on-site Extension agent to lead and evaluate educational programming that strengthens families and communities across Wallace County. This role will coordinate 4-H youth activities, support gardening education, and engage volunteers and partners to advance K-State's five critical issues.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree (Master's preferred) and a commitment to flexible hours, including some evenings and travel.