Position Information Posting Number

F001445P

Internal Posting? Recruitment Title Extension Faculty - Cassia County, Horticulture, Small Acreage, & 4-H Advertising Pay Range Commensurate with experience Location Off Campus Location - Cassia County/Burley, ID Primary Division/College College of Agricultural & Life Sciences Primary Unit Central District Employee Category Faculty Classification Group Title Extension Faculty Position Control Number 1824 Suffix 00 Contingency Code Not Applicable FTE 1 Contract Basis Fiscal Year Anticipated Contract Start Date 11/09/2026 FLSA Status Exempt Tenure Tracking Tenure Track Rank Assistant Professor Extension Type County Extension Educator/Professorial Administrative Appointment Type Not applicable Administrative Appointment End Date (if applicable) Position Responsibilities Position Summary The Central Extension District is seeking to hire a tenure-track Assistant Professor-Extension Educator. The Extension Educator for Cassia County will devote 90% of the appointment to Extension programming, with approximately 90% of the Extension effort focused on horticulture and small acreages and 10% focused on 4-H youth development. The remaining appointment includes 5% applied research and scholarly work and 5% University service and leadership responsibilities. The educator will collaborate with county commissioners, partners, and community organizations to ensure programs meet local needs and align with University of Idaho Extension priorities and the annual plan of work.

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//www.uidaho.edu/extension/county/cassia Administrative Summary Contingency Description Teaching & Advising 0% Scholarship & Creative Activity 5% Outreach & Extension 90% University Service & Leadership 5% Qualifications Minimum Education/Degree Required Listed degree qualification is required at time of hire. Required Qualifications Master's degree in Agriculture, Horticulture, Plant Sciences, Crop Sciences, Agronomy, Education, or closely related to the domain of the position Experience providing organizational structure and support for a variety of individuals and groups Experience in adapting research materials for oral and written presentations Experience recruiting, teaching, organizing, and managing groups Experience using technology for program delivery, reporting, and team-based communications Preferred Qualifications Ability to work well in a team and provide effective instruction, support, and marketing for programs Previous experience working in Extension Experience in disseminating results through scholarly outlets Experience with grant writing and management Physical Requirements & Working Conditions Be able to lift, carry and/or otherwise move at least 50 pounds. Able to work nonstandard business hours, including nights and weekends. Must possess a valid driver's license or provide their own driver. Posting Information Posting Date 09/14/2026 Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants Applications received by October 14, 2026, will receive first consideration. Along with your online application, write a letter of qualifications addressing how you meet the required and preferred qualifications listed. In addition, your application materials must include a CV, names & contact information for at least three (3) professional references, and unofficial transcripts.

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//www.uidaho.edu/human-resources/careers/applicant-resources Background Check Statement Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check. EEO Statement The University of Idaho is an equal employment opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy. No