Agriculture Extension Specialist Senior

Agriculture Extension Specialist Senior University of Kentucky, United States 1 day ago

Location:

Lexington, KENTUCKY

Job Type:

FullTime

Deadline:

; Posting Details Posting Details Job Title Agriculture Extension Specialist Senior Requisition Number RE53403 Working Title Extension Specialist Ag Nurse Department Name 81330:

FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCES

Work Location Lexington, KY Grade Level 48 Salary Range $62,941-103,834/year Type of Position Staff Position Time Status Full-Time Required Education PhD about equivalencies: hr.uky/employment/working-uk/equivalencies Required Related Experience 3 yrs Required License/Registration/Certification None Physical Requirements This position requires occasional lifting, pushing, or pulling of objects up to 50 pounds and loading and/or unloading supplies and materials onto carts. Sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods of time and repetitive motion tasks Shift Primarily Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.; some weekends and evening activities may be required as needed. Job Summary Extension Specialist in Agriculture Health and Safety Family and Consumer Sciences Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment The Family and Consumer Sciences (FCS) unit housed within the Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment, is seeking an innovative leader for the Extension Specialist in Agriculture Health and Safety role. The Specialist helps support the FCS mission of improving the quality of individual and family life through education, research, and outreach. About the Role This position leads innovative Extension programming that translates cutting-edge research into practical solutions for communities across the state. The specialist empowers Extension agents through training, mentorship, and high-quality educational resources, ensuring research-based knowledge reaches those who need it most. Working collaboratively with state and national partners, the role advances strategic initiatives, strengthens external funding support, and measures and communicates meaningful program impact. The specialist contributes to University and College service while fostering a culture of excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement. This position is contingent on continued funding.

Why Join Us:

At the Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment, you'll find a community that values collaboration, growth, and recognition. Benefits of joining our team include: Exceptional benefits package. A formal mentoring program to support your professional development Access to a staff development fund for continued learning and skill building Dedicated staff recognition programs that celebrate your contributions A shared commitment to making the University of Kentucky the University of, for, and with Kentucky Join us in shaping the future of teaching and learning—where innovation meets impact. For additional information about the FCS please click here . To find out more about Martin-Gatton CAFE and how the college supports the mission of this being the University of, for, and with Kentucky, Click Here . Skills / Knowledge / Abilities Strong organizational and time/project management skills. Excellent oral and written communication skills. MS Windows, Excel, Qualtrics Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No Preferred Education/Experience Nursing License Preferred. Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively as a team member and/or leader with faculty, staff, volunteers, and clientele preferred. Drivers License preferred Deadline to Apply 03/05/2026 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.