Extension Agent – Lone Oak Farms Position Available In Davidson, Tennessee
Tallo's Job Summary: The Extension Agent position at Lone Oak Farms, Tennessee State University, is a full-time role with a monthly salary. Responsibilities include planning, implementing, and evaluating youth development educational programs, maintaining a STEM outdoor learning laboratory, and collaborating with various agencies. Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in a related field, knowledge of STEM, and strong communication skills.
Job Description
Extension Agent – Lone Oak Farms
Tennessee State University
in Nashville, TN
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Full-Time
Salary:
Pay Basis:
Monthly
Posted:
05/21/2025
Category:
Extension and Outreach Division:
College of Agriculture Department:
Extension Services Number of hours per week: 37.5 hours Months per year: Fiscal (12 months)
Campus:
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Lone Oak Position Number:
112000
Advertised Salary:
Extension Agent Pay Plan Pay Basis:
Monthly Job Description Tennessee Statee University Office of Extension invites applications for the position of Extension Agent.
The successful candidate will be a member of TSU and Lone Oaks Farm. This position is 100% 4-H Youth Development. This position will be responsible for planning, implementing, evaluating, and reporting Extension youth development educational programs as needed at Lone Oaks. In addition, this position includes planning, executing, and evaluating programs, events, and activities through educational workshops, camps, conferences, and special interest classes. The successful candidate will develop and maintain a STEM outdoor learning laboratory in the context of horticulture, plant sciences, agronomy, and agricultural technology. Program delivery methods will involve volunteer recruitment, phone calls, workshops, newsletters, media, etc. The Extension Agent will develop and maintain good public relations with educational officials, collaborative agencies, program sponsors and elected and appointed officials. This position will plan, execute, and evaluate the youth development programs based on county, regional, state and Federal Programs and clientele needs. He/She will perform other related duties as required by Lone Oaks and TSU State Extension Administrators. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree required in Agriculture, Wildlife, Forestry, Education, or other closely related discipline. Knowledge and experience with STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) preferred. Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of Extension program planning, implementation and evaluation. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work with teams. Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in written form. Ability to document and market program impacts. Ability to provide leadership and demonstrate self-reliance in a collaborative environment. Ability to work a flexible schedule which will include some nights, weekends, and overnight travel. Access to a personal vehicle and the ability to obtain/maintain a valid Tennessee driver’s license. The applicant should also possess the following qualifications: comprehensive knowledge and understanding of program planning, implementation and evaluation; strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work with teams; ability to communicate effectively verbally and in written form using print media, radio, and television; ability to document and market program impacts and provide leadership and demonstrate self-reliance in a collaborative environment; ability to work with UT and TSU Extension programming personnel. Special Instructions to Applicants Employment is contingent upon successfully completing a criminal background check as mandated by Tennessee State University. Official transcripts for positions which require a post-secondary undergraduate degree, advanced degree and/or certification must be presented upon hire. An unofficial transcript may be attached in the “Transcript” section. You will be required to provide names and contact information for three references during your application to the posting. If you are the recommended candidate for the position, our online hiring system will automatically generate solicitation for these letters using contact information you provided.
Close Date:
06/19/2025 Benefits Tennessee State University offers eligible employees a competitive benefits package that includes annual leave (vacation), sick leave, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement, flexible benefits plans and more.
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//www.tnstate.edu/hr/benefits.aspx for more information.
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https://jobs.tnstate.edu/postings/9106
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