Extension Agent for Horticulture Kenton County

Extension Agent for Horticulture - Kenton County University of Kentucky - 4.1 Covington, KY Job Details Full-time 23 hours ago Qualifications Biology Evaluation research Environmental outreach Volunteer recruitment for social programs Program management Management Bachelor's degree in animal science Master's degree in molecular biology Master's degree in soil science Program development Bachelor's degree in horticulture Writing skills Program evaluation (curriculum development processes) Master's degree in animal science Environmental Science Bachelor's degree in agriculture Leadership development Master's degree Horticulture Bachelor's degree Experiential learning Master's degree in environmental science Master's degree in ecology Genetics Educational program evaluation Master's degree in nonprofit management Computer skills Agriculture Animal Sciences Leadership development programs Full Job Description Posting Details Job Title Extension Agent for Horticulture - Kenton County Requisition Number RE54643 Working Title Department Name 81C08: KCES Region Central Area 08 Work Location Covington, 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 Horticulture in

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Covington, KY The Extension Agent for Horticulture is responsible for developing, implementing, and evaluating educational programs that promote best practices in horticulture, addressing local needs through research-based instruction, field demonstrations, and hands-on learning experiences. This role involves leading leadership programs such as Master Gardeners, collaborating with businesses and community partners, and providing expertise to improve horticultural knowledge and economic opportunities. The agent also engages in public outreach, volunteer recruitment, and program evaluation while supporting Extension initiatives in agriculture, family and consumer sciences, 4-H youth development, and community arts. 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 background 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 background 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.

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https://ces-personnel.ca.uky.edu/careers 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 or Master's Degree in Agronomy/Plant Science/Horticulture; Agriculture Education/Leadership; Agricultural and Medical Biotechnology; Agriculture Economics; Animal Sciences; Community and Leadership Development; Equine Science and Management; General Agriculture; Forestry; Landscape Architecture; Natural Resources and Environmental Science; Sustainable Agriculture and Community Food Systems; General Biology; Ecology and Evolutionary Biology; Genetics, Genomics, and Bioinformatics; Physiology and Behavior; Plant Biology. Deadline to Apply 06/24/2026 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. The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status. 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 background check and/or drug screen.