Extension Agent, Family & Consumer Sciences, Lake County – UTIA Position Available In Davidson, Tennessee

Extension Agent, Family & Consumer Sciences, Lake County – UTIA University of Tennessee Health Science Center – 4.0

Nashville, TN Job Details Full-time Estimated:

$41.8K – $50.8K a year 22 hours ago Benefits Travel reimbursement Life insurance Qualifications Human Ecology Mid-level Master’s degree Bachelor’s degree Human Development & Family Studies 1 year Full Job Description Tennessee Extension agents are teachers who work in rural, suburban and urban areas with people from all social, economic, racial and ethnic backgrounds. Our classrooms are everywhere…anywhere a person can learn. The classroom may be the county Extension office, an auditorium, an agribusiness firm, a farm, a suburban garden plot or the family home. Agents also use newspapers, radio, television, web sites, and direct mail (or email) as techniques to reach Tennesseans with the latest research information to improve their lives. Plan, execute, and evaluate adult Family and Consumer Sciences educational programs. Implement, evaluate and report 4-H Youth Development programs related to organization, leadership, recognition, sponsorship, etc. Obtain sponsorship for all youth activities and programs with assistance from county staff members when appropriate. Secure and train volunteer leaders and serve as an educational resource for 4-H Youth Development and Family and Consumer Education Clubs. Responsible to the County Extension Director and must keep current on the latest research information in Family and Consumer Sciences. Provide leadership for a program of activities that meets the needs of all eligible clientele regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, religion or veteran status. Assume other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Family and Consumer Sciences and/or majoring in nutrition, culinary arts, child and family studies, consumer economics, human ecology, community health, or a closely related major. Applicants must have either a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.7 on a 4.0 point scale, a minimum of 3.0 during their senior year of undergraduate study, or must have earned a Master’s degree. Preference will be given to applicants with a MS Degree, and/or work experience in a related field. Applicants graduating prior to position start date are welcome to apply. A complete application package will include a 1) letter of interest, 2) a resume or curriculum vitae, 3) and official or unofficial transcripts showing degree(s) conferred.

Internal Applicants:

Request for transfer/reassignment may be approved if applicant: Has normally been employed with Extension in their current location a minimum of eighteen (18) months. Has a performance rating of satisfactory or above for the previous eighteen (18) months; and Training appropriate for the assignment. Attach a complete application package which includes a 1) letter of interest, 2) a resume or curriculum vitae, 3) and official or unofficial transcripts showing degree(s) conferred. UT Extension 212 D Morgan Hall Knoxville, TN 37996-4525

Phone:

(865) 974-7245

Email:

Website:

http://utextension.tennessee.edu Work Location On-Site Compensation and Benefits Starting Salary Based on

Education & Experience Salary:

Commensurate with training and experience. This position is funded jointly by UT Extension and Lake County. Lake County Government funds 19.93% of the position salary and benefits costs.

Benefits:

Group hospitalization and life insurance; State Retirement; Workers’ Compensation; sick and annual leave; numerous University of Tennessee and state benefits programs, including liberal time off for holidays, and longevity pay after three years of service; reimbursement for official travel. Find more information on UT Benefits here . Application Instructions For best consideration applicants should submit the materials below immediately 1) letter of interest, 2) a resume or curriculum vitae, 3) and official or unofficial transcripts showing degree(s) conferred. About The College/Department/Division UT Extension provides a gateway to the University of Tennessee as the outreach unit of the Institute of Agriculture. It is a statewide educational organization, funded by federal, state and local governments, that brings research-based information about agriculture, family and consumer sciences, and resource development to the people of Tennessee where they live and work.