Extension Associate I

Uog; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 38,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Guam is seeking an Extension Associate I to work on food science project development and safety education. You will manage purchasing, conduct trials, and help run workshops under supervision.

The role requires a Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree with relevant experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to lift up to 25 lbs. A driver’s license may be preferred. This is a full-time, on-site position with standard work hours.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or Associate’s Degree with 3 years relevant and related work experience.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills and be able to utilize different platforms (e.g., Canva, Adobe, Instagram) to promote Extension activities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Suite, reference manager, statistical and/or media software.
• Able to lift, up to, 25 lbs. Able to follow detailed protocols for food processing.

Responsibilities

• Work independently under the supervision and direction of the project investigators.
• The duties include purchasing supplies and ingredients, conducting trials or experiments for food product development and meat quality and food safety assessment.
• Preparing and co-facilitating workshops, and providing food technology & safety education to achieve objectives of the projects in food science and technology.
• The Extension Associate I is also required to analyze data, present results, and write reports to supervisors.

Skills

Communication skills

MS Office

Protocol compliance

Lifting capability

Education

Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree + 3 years experience

Bachelor’s in Agricultural Science/ Food Science/ Nutrition/ Animal Sciences

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Reference manager

Statistical software

Media software

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

University of Guam is a drug-free work environment and an equal opportunity employer, military family, disability and veterans are encouraged to apply. Federal Law requires presentation of proof of identity and eligibility to work in the U.S. We comply with this law on a nondiscriminatory basis.

For technical assistance or inquiries in completing the application, please contact Eliza Soriano at [e-mail]

Applicants claiming degrees or credit hours are required to have an original or copy of the documents (e.g., transcripts, high school diploma) or GED certification accompany the application.

Position Information

Position Title

Position Title Extension Associate I

Posting Number

Posting Number 085-26

Full or Part Time

Full or Part Time Full Time

Work Schedule

Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm

Salary Range

UGPP /J-01 $37,913.00 to UGPP /J-18 $66,821.00 per annum

Job Description Summary

Work independently under the supervision and direction of the project investigators. The duties include purchasing supplies and ingredients, conducting trials or experiments for food product development and meat quality and food safety assessment, preparing and co-facilitating workshops, and providing food technology & safety education to achieve objectives of the projects in food science and technology. The Extension Associate I is also required to analyze data, present results, and write reports to supervisors.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree or Associate’s Degree with 3 years relevant and related work experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Science, Food Science, Nutrition, or Animal Sciences. Knowledge, skills, and experiences in food science, nutrition, food preparation, microbiology, chemistry, meat science or agricultural & life sciences are preferred.

Minimum Knowledge, Abilities and Skills

Excellent written and oral communication skills and be able to utilize different platforms (e.g., Canva, Adobe, Instagram) to promote Extension activities. Proficient in Microsoft Suite, reference manager, statistical and/or media software. Able to lift, up to, 25 lbs. Able to follow detailed protocols for food processing.

Other Information

Job Open Date

Job Open Date 09/15/2026

Job Application Deadline

Job Application Deadline 09/29/2026

Open Until Filled No

Special Instructions to Applicants

University of Guam is a drug-free work environment and an equal opportunity employer, military family, disability and veterans are encouraged to apply. Federal Law requires presentation of proof of identity and eligibility to work in the U.S. We comply with this law on a nondiscriminatory basis.

For technical assistance or inquiries in completing the application, please contact Eliza Soriano at [e-mail]

Applicants claiming degrees or credit hours are required to have an original or copy of the documents (e.g., transcripts, high school diploma) or GED certification accompany the application.

Additional Information

Contact Information

For further inquiries you may contact the University of Guam Human Resources Office at [phone] or email at [e-mail]

Application Process

Posting Specific Questions

• * Do you meet the minimum education as stated in the job announcement? Bachelor's Degree or Associate's Degree with 3 years relevant and related work experience.
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you meet the preferred qualifications as stated in the job announcement? Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Science, Food Science, Nutrition, or Animal Sciences. Knowledge, skills, and experiences in food science, nutrition, food preparation, microbiology, chemistry, meat science or agricultural & life sciences are preferred.
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you meet the necessary special qualification as stated in the job announcement? Must have a valid driver's license.
  • Yes
  • No

Required Documents

• Driver's License
• Bachelor's Transcript

Optional Documents

• Up-to-date Curriculum Vitae or Resume
• Unofficial Transcripts