Regional Extension Director

1 day ago


Frankfort, Kentucky, United States InsideHigherEd Full time
Job Summary

The Regional Extension Director (Eastern) provides strategic leadership for Kentucky State University Cooperative Extension county-based Extension staff in a comprehensive, multidisciplinary, issue-based Extension program in the assigned region. This position requires a broad perspective and understanding of priority issues impacting limited resource individuals, families, and communities to recruit, train, and evaluate county Extension agents and paraprofessionals in collaboration with the area and regional directors.

Key Responsibilities
  • Supervise and monitor progress and performance of county-based Extension agents in the Eastern region.
  • Coordinate the planning, design implementation, and evaluation of county, multi-county and regional Extension programs in cooperation with county and district directors, state program leaders, and other appropriate personnel at the land-grant universities.
  • Ensure the development of innovative, high-quality programs that reflect the needs of limited resource audiences by guiding county-based Extension agents in the programming process.
  • Attend and provide updates at Extension leadership team meetings, quarterly Extension meetings, administrative and district meetings.
  • Participate in various state and county stakeholder groups, such as the Cattlemen's group, Ky Horticulture council, Ky Sheep Council, Ky Farm Bureau, Ky Maple producers, and County Agricultural Investment Program.
  • Provide monthly updates to the Extension Administrator.
  • Ensure that county-based Extension agents share Extension programs, journal articles, and fact sheets with stakeholders.
  • Serve on committees for the university, stakeholder groups, and professional associations.
  • Teach/Educate county-based Extension agents on the Kentucky Extension Reporting System (KERS).
Requirements
  • Master's degree or doctoral degree in agriculture, business administration, Extension education, family and consumer science, public administration, or related field.
  • Five years of experience in a related field, including demonstrated ability in designing, implementing, evaluating, and reporting the impact of community-based, non-formal educational programs; supervision of professional and support employees; and experience working with people at all socioeconomic levels.
Working Conditions

This position requires in-state and out-of-state travel, as well as the ability to work some overtime. The work environment may involve some exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises. The position requires the ability to lift 10 lbs. and to travel to area regions.



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