Extension Agent - Fentress County

Tennessee State University; Tennessee; On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Tennessee State University in Tennessee is seeking an Extension Agent for Fentress County to lead 4-H youth development programs. You will plan, implement, evaluate, and report county-level activities and collaborate with clubs, workshops, camps, and events across the county.

The role emphasizes volunteer recruitment, community outreach, and program delivery while coordinating with county, state, and federal guidelines. Bachelor's degree in a related field is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Family & Consumer Sciences, Education, or related field.
• Knowledge of extension program planning, implementation, and evaluation.
• Strong interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills.
• Ability to lead and collaborate in a team.

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement, evaluate, and report county 4-H educational programs.
• Deliver programs via traditional 4-H clubs, workshops, camps, and events.
• Recruit volunteers and conduct site/home visits and calls.
• Maintain relationships with educational officials, sponsors, and partners.
• Align programs with County, State and Federal guidelines.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Family & Consumer Sciences, Education, or related field

Job description

Thank you for selecting
Tennessee State University
as your Employer of Choice

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Employment is contingent upon successfully completing a criminal background check as mandated by Tennessee State University.

Official transcripts for positions which require a post-secondary undergraduate degree, advanced degree and/or certification must be presented upon hire.

An unofficial transcript may be attached in the “Transcript” section.

You will be required to provide names and contact information for three references during your application to the posting. If you are the recommended candidate for the position, our online hiring system will automatically generate solicitation for these letters using contact information you provided.

Position Information

Position Title

Position Title Extension Agent - Fentress County

Division

Division College of Agriculture

Department

Department Extension Services

Number of hours per week

Number of hours per week 37.5

Days to be worked

Months per year

Months per year Fiscal (12 months)

If modified, list months

Job Type

Job Type Full-Time

Campus

Campus Other

If other location, please indicate

If other location, please indicate Fentress County Extension Office

Position Number

Position Number 087220

Advertised Salary

Pay Basis

Pay Basis Monthly

Job Description

The successful candidate will be a member of TSU and Fentress County Extension. This
position is 100% 4-H Youth Development. This position will be responsible for planning,
implementing, evaluating, and reporting county extension 4-H educational programs as
needed in the county. In addition, this position includes planning, executing, and evaluating
programs, events, and activities through traditional 4-H clubs, project groups, educational
workshops, camps, conferences, and special interest classes. Program delivery methods will
involve volunteer recruitment, site and home visits, phone calls, workshops, newsletters,
media, etc. The Extension Agent will develop and maintain good public relations with
educational officials, collaborative agencies, program sponsors and elected and appointed
officials. This position will plan, execute, and evaluate the 4-H programs based on County,
State and Federal Programs and clientele needs. He/She will perform other related duties as
required by County and Regional, and State Extension Administrators.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree required in Agriculture, Family & Consumer Sciences, Education, or other
closely related discipline. Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of Extension
program planning, implementation, and evaluation. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability
to work with teams. Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in written form. Ability
to document and market program impacts. Ability to provide leadership and demonstrate
self-reliance in a collaborative environment.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Employment is contingent upon successfully completing a criminal background check as mandated by Tennessee State University.

Official transcripts for positions which require a post-secondary undergraduate degree, advanced degree and/or certification must be presented upon hire.

An unofficial transcript may be attached in the “Transcript” section.

You will be required to provide names and contact information for three references during your application to the posting. If you are the recommended candidate for the position, our online hiring system will automatically generate solicitation for these letters using contact information you provided.

Open Date

Open Date 11/05/2026

Close Date

Job Category

Job Category Administrative/Professional

Requisition Number

Tennessee State University offers eligible employees a competitive benefits package that includes annual leave (vacation), sick leave, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement, flexible benefits plans and more.

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