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Extension Agent for Family and Consumer Sciences and 4-H Youth Development

2 months ago

Lexington KY United States University of Kentucky Full time
Job Title:

Extension Agent for Family and Consumer Sciences and 4-H Youth Development - McCreary County

Requisition Number:

RE47029

Department Name:

81E02: KCES Region East Area 02

Work Location:

Whitley City, KY

Grade Level:

00

Type of Position:

Staff

Position Time Status :

Full-Time

Required Education:

No set minimum requirements.

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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 Family and Consumer Sciences / 4-H Youth Development in McCreary County.

Location: Whitley City, Kentucky.

The Extension Agent for Family & Consumer Sciences / 4-H Youth Development will provide leadership and management to the overall FCS and 4-H Youth Development program for McCreary County. The agent will develop and implement a plan of work based on locally identified needs which will lead to improved quality of living for families, youth & individuals.

The person in this positions will:

  • plan and implement educational programs which focus on:
    • making healthy choices
    • nurturing families
    • embracing life as you age
    • securing financial stability
    • promoting healthy homes and communities
    • accessing nutritious food
    • empowering community leaders

develop expertise and serve as a resource in family and consumer sciences programming areas, including:
  • food and nutrition
  • family resource management
  • human development and family relations
  • health, safety and wellness
  • leadership development
  • clothing and textiles
  • housing and the environment
  • home based and micro business
develop and implement leadership programs such as Kentucky Extension Homemakers and 4-H Leaders.work jointly with the other agent to implement a well-rounded 4-H program that develops youth through school and community-based programsutilize and/or develop councils, advisory groups, and committees in programmingfacilitate community programming around issues involving leadership development, community involvement, local government, community services and other forms of community economic development
This position will serve all clientele ensuring that all youth and adults have an equal opportunity to participate in Extension programs regardless of race, color, ethnic origin, national origin, creed, religion, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information, age, veteran status, or physical or mental disability.

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.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 Degree or Master's Degree in the field of Family & Consumer Sciences such as: Family & Consumer Sciences Education; Family Sciences; Child and Family Studies; Early Childhood Education; Child Development; Dietetics; Nutrition or Human Nutrition; Community Food Services; Food Science; Merchandising, Apparel and Textiles; Hospitality, Management and Tourism; Retailing and Tourism Management; Community & Leadership Development; Consumer Economics and Family Financial Counseling; Kinesiology & Health Promotions; Health, Society & Populations; or Health Communications.

Deadline to Apply:

09/19/2024

University Community of Inclusion:

The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place 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.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.

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.