Extension Agent At-Large for 4-H Youth Development – Rowan County

University of Kentucky; Morehead (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Kentucky in Morehead, KY is seeking an Extension Agent At-Large for 4-H Youth Development in Rowan County. The role leads county 4-H programs, partners with schools and communities, and coordinates volunteers and advisory groups to foster youth development.

Applicants should have a background in education or related fields, and be prepared for county-wide program delivery, travel, and background checks. This is a full-time, staff position with a maximum 15-month term.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to communicate orally and in writing with groups and individuals and through mass media.
• Ability to use the computer for program delivery and management.
• No set minimum requirements for education beyond the preferred degree options.

Responsibilities

• Implement a well-rounded program that develops youth through school and community-based programs.
• Recruit and train volunteers and leaders to work with youth.
• Utilize and/or develop councils, advisory groups, and committees for leadership development and community involvement.
• Disseminate useful information on Agriculture, Family & Consumer Sciences, 4-H and Community and Rural Development as outlined in state statutes.

Skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Public speaking

Computer literacy

Education

Education degree

Job description

Extension Agent At-Large for 4-H Youth Development – Rowan County

Job Title Extension Agent At-Large for 4-H Youth Development – Rowan County

Requisition Number

Requisition Number RE56168

Working Title

Department Name

Department Name 81E07: KCES Region East Area 07

Work Location

Work Location Morehead, 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.

Required License/Registration/Certification

None

Physical Requirements

Job-related travel including overnight stays; visiting clientele at sites throughout the county (including farms); standing/walking for long periods; handling of average-weight objects up to 25 lbs.

Shift

Monday-Friday (8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.) with evenings and weekends as needed. Most weeks will exceed 40 hours.

Job Summary

Extension Agent at Large for 4-H Youth Development in Rowan County

Location: Morehead, KY

This position will be for a maximum of 15 Months.

The Extension Agent for 4-H Youth Development will work to provide leadership and management to the overall 4-H youth development programs for Rowan County. Agent responsibilities include:

• implementing a well-rounded program that develops youth through school and community-based programs
• recruiting and training volunteers and leaders to work with youth
• utilizing and/or developing councils, advisory groups, and committees in programing around issues involving leadership development, community involvement, local government, community services and other forms of community economic development.

All agents in a county will support the dissemination of useful and practical information on subjects relating to Agriculture, Family Consumer Sciences, 4-H and Community and Rural Development as outlined in the KRS statutes 164.605 to 164.675.

State law requires a national and state criminal background check and a letter from the Cabinet for Health and Family Services stating the employee is clear to hire based on no findings of substantiated child abuse or neglect found through a background check of child abuse and neglect records as a condition of employment or involvement in this program.

Demonstrated ability to communicate orally and in writing with groups and individuals and through mass media. Ability to use the computer for program delivery and management. Ability to visit clientele at sites throughout the county. Ability to plan and teach educational programs. Demonstrated leadership and ability to serve as a positive role model.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

Yes

Preferred Education/Experience

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Education, Agriculture, Family & Consumer Sciences, Social Science, or similar field of study.

Deadline to Apply

Deadline to Apply 11/10/2026

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.