Lead Agriculture & Natural Resources Extension Agent

University of Kentucky; Kentucky; On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kentucky Extension Service is hiring an Extension Agent for Agriculture and Natural Resources in Magoffin County, located in Salyersville, KY. The agent will lead educational programs in agriculture, horticulture and natural resources and provide expert guidance to local residents and farmers.

Responsibilities include developing field trials, demonstrations, and collaborating with local councils and committees to engage the community in learning and economic development.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to communicate orally and in writing with groups and individuals and through mass media.
• Ability to use the computer for program delivery and management.

Responsibilities

• Lead educational programs in agriculture, horticulture and natural resources for Magoffin County.
• Provide agricultural expertise to answer questions and solve problems related to agriculture, horticulture and natural resources.
• Develop field trials, test demonstrations and result demonstrations in related areas.
• Utilize councils, advisory groups and committees to facilitate community involvement in programming.

Skills

Communication

Public speaking

Computer skills

Education

Agriculture-related degree

Biology or environmental science

Job description

The University of Kentucky Extension Service is hiring an Extension Agent for Agriculture and Natural Resources in Magoffin County, located in Salyersville, KY. The agent will lead educational programs in agriculture, horticulture and natural resources and provide expert guidance to local residents and farmers.

Responsibilities include developing field trials, demonstrations, and collaborating with local councils and committees to engage the community in learning and economic development.