Agriculture Extension Associate

Job Title
Agriculture Extension Associate

Requisition Number
RE54495

Working Title

Department Name
81040:AGR ECONOMICS

Work Location
Lexington, KY

Grade Level
42

Salary Range
$17.41-27.87/hour

Type of Position
Staff

Position Time Status
Full-Time

Required Education

BA

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Required Related Experience

No experience required.

Required License/Registration/Certification

None

Physical Requirements

sitting for long periods of time

Shift

40 hours/week

Job Summary

The Agriculture Economics department in the Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment seeks an Extension Associate. Agriculture Economics explores the entire “farm-to-fork” food system, environmental and natural resources issues, and local and international economic development. We are seeking a motivated professional with experience in local food systems, direct-to-consumer sales systems, and/or Extension programming who is comfortable working in a collaborative team environment to support our mission.

About the Role
This role supports specialty crop producers through workshops, webinars, training, technical assistance, outreach materials, and data-driven resources. It contributes to Center for Crop Diversification programs focused on direct-to-consumer and intermediary sales channels, price reporting, enterprise budgets, data management, impact tracking, and project coordination. The position also supports Market Ready programming and CSA innovation projects in collaboration with university, farm, Extension, wellness, and national partners.

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

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

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No

Preferred Education/Experience

Deadline to Apply
07/01/2026

Our University Community

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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.