Extension Aquaculture & Aquatic Science Educator

Kentucky State University

Bowling Green, Northern (KY, KY)

Hybrid

USD 42,000 - 56,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Job summary

Kentucky State University Extension invites an Extension Associate in Aquaculture and Aquatic Science to join our Cooperative Extension Program in Western Kentucky. The role will be based in Glasgow or Bowling Green and requires on-site work, travel, and community engagement.

Responsibilities include developing educational programs on aquaculture, fisheries, water resources, and related subjects, delivering presentations and workshops, and collaborating with faculty and schools to extend

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in aquaculture, fisheries, aquatic science, environmental science, natural resources, biology, education, or a closely related discipline.
Effective oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
Ability to travel throughout Western Kentucky and work from the assigned Kentucky State University Extension office.
A valid driver's license and ability to operate a motor vehicle for University business.

Responsibilities

Develop, coordinate, and deliver educational programs in schools throughout Western Kentucky related to aquaculture, aquatic science, fisheries, water resources, conservation, and related topics.
Provide educational presentations, workshops, demonstrations, site visits, field activities, and other Extension programming for students, educators, community members, producers, agencies, organizations, and other stakeholders.
Travel throughout Western Kentucky to schools, communities, farms, ponds, agencies, organizations, conference locations, and other sites as necessary to perform the essential functions of the position.