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

University of Idaho; Hollister (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Idaho seeks a tenure-track Assistant Professor Extension Educator for Cassia County. The role emphasizes Extension programming, with 90% focus on horticulture and small acreages and 10% on 4-H youth development. The educator will also contribute to scholarship and university service.

The position requires a Master’s degree and successful experience in coordinating programs, collaboration with partners, and using technology for outreach and reporting.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required in a relevant field.
• Experience organizing and supporting diverse groups.
• Experience adapting research for oral and written delivery.
• Experience recruiting, teaching, organizing, and managing groups.
• Experience using technology for program delivery, reporting, and team communication.

Responsibilities

• Lead Extension programming primarily in horticulture and small acreages (90%) and 4-H youth development (10%).
• Collaborate with county officials, partners, and community organizations to align with priorities.
• Contribute 5% scholarship/creative activity and 5% university service and leadership.
• Balance outreach activities with teaching/advising duties at 0%.

Skills

Organizational leadership

Adapt research materials

Recruiting teaching organizing

Technology for program delivery

Team collaboration

Extension experience

Scholarly dissemination

Grant writing

Education

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

Job description

APPOINTMENT INFORMATION

Division/College: College of Agricultural & Life Sciences

Department: Central District

Position Classification: Extension Faculty

Rank: Assistant Professor

Tenure Status: Tenure Track

Location: Cassia County/Burley, ID

FTE: 1.0

Advertising Pay Range: Commensurate with experience

FLSA Status: Exempt

Type of Appointment: Fiscal Year

Anticipated Contract Start Date: 11/09/2026

Extension Faculty Type: County Extension Educator/Professorial

POSITION OVERVIEW

Primary Faculty Position Summary

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.

Teaching & Advising Effort: 0%

Scholarship & Creative Activity Effort: 5%

Outreach & Extension Effort: 90%

University Service & Leadership Effort: 5%

REQUIRED EDUCATION

Master's degree in Agriculture, Horticulture, Plant Sciences, Crop Sciences, Agronomy, Education, or closely related to the domain of the position

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

• 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 EXPERIENCE

• 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 AND 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.

POSTING INFORMATION

• Open Until Filled: Yes


• Contingency on Appointment: No


• Special Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by October 14, 2026, will receive first consideration.


• Visa Sponsorship Available for Appointment: No


• Degree Requirement Timeline: Listed degree qualification is required at time of hire.