Regional Director, Community Impact & Outreach

Iowa State University; Tipton (IA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Iowa State University seeks a Regional Director for Region 11, covering Benton, Jones, and Cedar counties. The role oversees county Extension councils, supervises staff, and ensures program delivery aligns with regional needs while maintaining fiscal and grant oversight.

The regional director collaborates with county councils and Extension Program Specialists, coordinates resources, builds coalitions, and travels across counties to engage communities and expand outreach.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 5 years of related experience.
• Valid U.S. Driver's License.
• Experience in Extension and Outreach is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership to the county Extension councils to meet their obligations as an elected body and to carry out the roles of an Extension District.
• Supervise the county staff as detailed in a Memorandum of Understanding between the council and the University.
• Oversee program delivery that meets the programmatic needs of the region.
• Coordinate with councils to develop fiscal management, grants/ contracts, HR, and needs assessment.

Skills

Leadership experience

Management experience

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Iowa State University seeks a Regional Director for Region 11, covering Benton, Jones, and Cedar counties. The role oversees county Extension councils, supervises staff, and ensures program delivery aligns with regional needs while maintaining fiscal and grant oversight.

The regional director collaborates with county councils and Extension Program Specialists, coordinates resources, builds coalitions, and travels across counties to engage communities and expand outreach.