Extension Assistant for Horticulture - Laurel County

University of Kentucky; London (KY); On-site; USD 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Kentucky invites applications for an Extension Assistant for Horticulture – Laurel County in London, KY. You will provide administrative support to the Agriculture and Natural Resources and Horticulture programs, working closely with County Agents and the public to deliver outreach activities.

Core duties include program support, teaching, recruitment, promotion, and coordinating events with volunteers, while complying with state background checks and safety guidelines.

Qualifications

• No set minimum education requirements.
• Experience or coursework in horticulture preferred.
• Strong administrative support skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to Agriculture and Natural Resources and Horticulture programs.
• Assist with teaching, recruitment, and promotion activities.
• Coordinate with county agents and volunteers, ensuring professional conduct.

Tools

Microsoft Office suite

QuickBooks

Zoom

Skype for Business

Teams

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

Extension Assistant for Horticulture - Laurel County

Job Title Extension Assistant for Horticulture - Laurel County

Requisition Number

Requisition Number RE56396

Working Title

Working Title Extension Assistant for Agriculture and Natural Resources/Horticulture - Laurel County

Department Name

Department Name 81E03: KCES Region East Area 03

Work Location

Work Location London, 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

Driver’s License required

Physical Requirements

Job-related travel; visiting clientele at sites throughout the county (including farms); sitting/standing/walking for long periods; handling of average-weight objects up to 50 lbs.

Shift

Monday-Friday (8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.); occasional nights, weekends or holidays may be required

Job Summary

Extension Assistant for Horticulture – Laurel County

Location: London, KY

As an Extension Assistant, you will be responsible for providing administrative support to the Agriculture and Natural Resources and Horticulture program areas and the Agriculture and Natural Resources and Horticulture County Agents. You will report to the County Agriculture and Natural Resources/Horticulture ExtensionAgent and there will be a high level of interaction with the general public. The Extension Assistant will be expected to be knowledgeable of the philosophy, goals and objectives, policies and, procedures of the Cooperative Extension Service.
General duties include:

• program support
• teaching
• recruitment
• promotion
• conducting yourself in a professional manner

Under the supervision of the Extension Agent(s), the Extension Assistant will assist in:

• Quickbooks
• recruiting members and volunteer leaders
• providing support and guidance to existing clubs or programs
• recruiting and working with volunteers in conducting events and activities such as project groups, and ANR or horticulture achievement events, and public presentation programs
• serving all clientele

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.

Salary Range: $15.61 – $19.00

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Access, Publisher, Office 365, Teams, Skype for Business; Zoom; Quickbooks

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No

Preferred Education/Experience

Education or previous experience in horticulture and previous experience working in an administrative support role

Deadline to Apply

Deadline to Apply 11/27/2026

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.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you or a family member serve as a member on any county Extension District Board in Kentucky? If yes, please state the family member’s name and the county for which either you or this individual serves as a member of the Extension District Board.

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Where did you first see this position advertised?
  • UK jobs, UK's online employment system (ukjobs.uky.edu)
  • Newspaper
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  • Received an email about the posting
  • Social Media
  • Friend or Family
  • Journal of Extension
  • Indeed.com
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  • Other
• * Do you have a valid driver’s license and are you able to drive?
  • Yes
  • No