Agriculture Extension Specialist

Job Title
Agriculture Extension Specialist


Requisition Number
RE51104


Working Title
Extension Specialist - Program Design and Evaluation


Department Name
81330:FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCES


Work Location
Lexington, KY


Grade Level
46


Salary Range
$52,021-85,800/year


Type of Position
Staff


Position Time Status
Full-Time


Required Education


MS




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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

The Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment, Family and Consumer Sciences Extension Unit is seeking an Extension Specialist for Program Design and Evaluation to support the Nutrition Education Program (NEP). This position will lead efforts in evaluation, capacity building, and program design for NEP initiatives. Key responsibilities include developing and delivering training, creating evaluation tools, and analyzing data to guide strategic planning and enhance program impact. The specialist will play a central role in informing program improvements and fostering a culture of learning and accountability This position is soft-funded.



Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

MS Windows, Excel, Qualtrics



Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No


Preferred Education/Experience

Deadline to Apply
08/17/2025


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