Extension Agent for Family and Consumer Sciences - Owen County at University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky

Job Description:

University of Kentucky

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.

Posting Details Posting Details

Job Title	Extension Agent for Family and Consumer Sciences - Owen County
Requisition Number	RE47179
Working Title
Department Name	81C07: KCES Region Central Area 07
Work Location	Owenton, KY
Grade Level	00
Salary Range
Type of Position	Staff
Position Time Status	Full-Time
Required Education	No set minimum requirements.
Click here for more information about equivalencies:	https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
Required Related Experience	No set minimum requirements.
Required License/Registration/Certification	None
Physical Requirements	Job-related travel including overnight stays; visiting clientele at sites throughout the county (including farms); standing/walking for long periods; handling of average-weight objects up to 25 lbs.
Shift	Monday-Friday (8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.) with evenings and weekends as needed. Most weeks will exceed 40 hours.
Job Summary	Extension Agent for Family and Consumer Sciences – Owen County Location: Owenton, KY The Extension Agent for Family and Consumer Sciences will: develop, implement, and evaluate a plan of work based on locally identified needs which will lead to improved quality of living for families & individuals plan and implement educational programs which focus on: making healthy choices nurturing families embracing life as you age securing financial stability promoting healthy homes and communities accessing nutritious food empowering community leaders develop expertise and serve as a resource in family and consumer sciences programming areas, including: food and nutrition family resource management human development and family relations health, safety and wellness leadership development clothing and textiles housing and the environment home based and micro business implement educational programs which strengthen families and individuals. develop and implement leadership programs such as Kentucky Extension Homemakers, resulting in the development of personal and organizational leadership skills This position will serve all clientele ensuring that all youth and adults have an equal opportunity to participate in Extension programs regardless of race, color, ethnic origin, national origin, creed, religion, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information, age, veteran status, or physical or mental disability. All agents in a county will support the dissemination of useful and practical information on subjects relating to Agriculture, Family Consumer Sciences, 4-H and Community and Rural Development as outlined in the KRS statues 164.605 to 164.675. State law requires a national and state criminal check and a letter from the Cabinet for Health and Family Services stating the employee is clear to hire based on no findings of substantiated child abuse or neglect found through a check of child abuse and neglect records as a condition of employment or involvement in this program. Resume, cover letter and transcripts are required at time of application.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities	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. Ability to visit clientele at sites throughout the county. Ability to plan and teach educational programs. Demonstrated leadership and ability to serve as a positive role model.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?	Yes
Preferred Education/Experience	Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s Degree in the field of Family & Consumer Sciences such as: Family & Consumer Sciences Education; Family Sciences; Family Studies; Child and Family Studies; Early Childhood Education; Child Development; Dietetics; Nutrition or Human Nutrition; Community Food Services; Food Science; Merchandising, Apparel and Textiles; Hospitality, Management and Tourism; Retailing and Tourism Management; Community & Leadership Development; Consumer Economics and Family Financial Counseling; Health Promotions; Health, Society & Populations; Health Communications; Leadership for Community Education & Human Learning; Social Work; Marriage & Family Therapy; Human Health Sciences; Public Health; Health & Human Performance / Health Studies; or Nursing.
Deadline to Apply	10/23/2024
Our University Community	We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities. Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national check and/or drug screen.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Do you or a family member serve as a member on any county Extension District Board in Kentucky? If yes, please state the family member’s name and the county for which either you or this individual serves as a member of the Extension District Board.

   (Open Ended Question)

2. * Were you previously a UK Cooperative Extension summer intern?
   • Yes
   • No
3. * Where did you first see this position advertised other than on UK’s online employment system?
   • InsideHigherEd.com
   • HigherEdJobs.com
   • Diverseeducation.com (Diverse issues in Higher Education)
   • HERCjobs.org (Higher Education Recruitment Consortium)
   • InsightIntoDiversity.com
   • Latinosinhighered.com
   • Indeed.com
   • Journal of Extension
   • Handshake
   • Social Media - Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, etc.
   • Received an email about the posting
   • Career Fair
   • MANRRS or Junior MANRRS
   • Local newspaper advertisement
   • LinkedIn
   • An employee, colleague, friend and/or family member

Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter
3. Academic Transcript

Optional Documents

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