Innovative Agriculture & Natural Resources Extension Educator

Kansas State University

Manhattan (KS)

On-site

USD 48,000 - 70,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Vacation and sick leave

Retirement plan

Job summary

Kansas State University Extension agents are educators and connectors serving communities in Kansas. This on-site role leads educational programming in agriculture, natural resources, and youth development, working with volunteers and partners to meet local needs.

The position emphasizes leadership, funding pursuit, and district collaboration. West Plains District serves Finney County and Garden City area, with duties including program design, evaluation, and outreach to diverse community

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree required.
12 credit hours or six months of related experience in primary programming responsibilities.
GPA 2.75 on a 4.0 scale or evidence of progressive professional roles.
Experience delivering information, training, or education to groups or individuals.
Leadership experience in supervisory or informal roles.

Responsibilities

Provide leadership for development, implementation, and evaluation of agriculture and natural resources education programming.
Share leadership for 4H youth development programs across the district.
Contribute to community vitality programs through leadership and civic engagement.
Identify local needs and emerging issues and design educational strategies.
Recruit and manage volunteers and collaborate with partners to meet community needs.
Pursue internal and external funding to support programming and serve as West Plains District team member.