Extension Faculty - Cassia County, Horticulture, Small Acreage, & 4-H

University Of Idaho; Burley (ID); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Idaho in Idaho is seeking a tenure-track Assistant Professor-Extension Educator for Cassia County. This position allocates about 90% of effort to Extension programming, principally in horticulture and small acreages, with about 10% devoted to 4-H youth development.

The educator will collaborate with county commissioners and community partners to ensure programs meet local needs and align with Extension priorities and the annual plan of work, while also performing 5% applied

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Agriculture, Horticulture, Plant Sciences, Crop Sciences, Agronomy, Education, or closely related to the domain of the position
• Experience providing organizational structure and support for a variety of individuals and groups
• Experience in adapting research materials for oral and written presentations
• Experience recruiting, teaching, organizing, and managing groups
• Experience using technology for program delivery, reporting, and team-based communications

Responsibilities

• Lead 90% of Extension programming, focusing on horticulture and small acreages and 10% on 4-H youth development
• Account for 5% applied research and 5% university service and leadership responsibilities
• Collaborate with county commissioners, partners, and community organizations to meet local needs
• Ensure programs align with University of Idaho Extension priorities and annual plan of work

Skills

Organizational skills

Oral & written communication

Group recruitment/teaching

Technology for program delivery

Team-based collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Agriculture/Horticulture/Plant Sciences/Crop Sciences/Agronomy/Education

Job description

Extension Faculty - Cassia County, Horticulture, Small Acreage, & 4-H

Recruitment Title Extension Faculty - Cassia County, Horticulture, Small Acreage, & 4-H

Advertising Pay Range Commensurate with experience

Location Off Campus Location - Cassia County/Burley, ID

Primary Division/College College of Agricultural & Life Sciences

Primary Unit Central District

Employee Category Faculty

Classification Group Title Extension Faculty

Position Control Number 1824

Suffix 00

FTE 1

Contract Basis Fiscal Year

Anticipated Contract Start Date 11/09/2026

FLSA Status Exempt

Extension Type County Extension Educator/Professorial

Administrative Appointment Type Not applicable

The Central Extension District is seeking to hire a tenure-track Assistant Professor-Extension Educator. The Extension Educator for Cassia County will devote 90% of the appointment to Extension programming, with approximately 90% of the Extension effort focused on horticulture and small acreages and 10% focused on 4-H youth development.

The remaining appointment includes 5% applied research and scholarly work and 5% University service and leadership responsibilities. The educator will collaborate with county commissioners, partners, and community organizations to ensure programs meet local needs and align with University of Idaho Extension priorities and the annual plan of work.

Minimum Education/Degree Required Listed degree qualification is required at time of hire.

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Agriculture, Horticulture, Plant Sciences, Crop Sciences, Agronomy, Education, or closely related to the domain of the position
• Experience providing organizational structure and support for a variety of individuals and groups
• Experience in adapting research materials for oral and written presentations
• Experience recruiting, teaching, organizing, and managing groups
• Experience using technology for program delivery, reporting, and team-based communications

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to work well in a team and provide effective instruction, support, and marketing for programs
• Previous experience working in Extension
• Experience in disseminating results through scholarly outlets
• Experience with grant writing and management

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

• Be able to lift, carry and/or otherwise move at least 50 pounds.
• Able to work nonstandard business hours, including nights and weekends.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license or provide their own driver.

Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.

The University of Idaho is an equal employment opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy.