Agriculture Extension Specialist

Job Title
Agriculture Extension Specialist


Requisition Number
RE51772


Working Title
Specialist for Youth Work and Life Readiness, Entrepreneurship and Communication


Department Name
81360:4-H CENTRAL OPERATIONS


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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https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies


Required Related Experience


3 yrs




Required License/Registration/Certification

None.



Physical Requirements

Must be able to sit, for long periods, must be able to drive, and must be able to carry up to 20 pounds, standing and walking



Shift

8:00 am-5:00 pm (typically Monday-Friday); and with additional nights and weekends if needed.



Job Summary

Are you passionate about empowering youth for success in life and work? Join Kentucky 4-H as a dynamic leader driving the 4-H Beyond Ready initiative, a cutting-edge, research-based program preparing young people across the Commonwealth for real-world challenges. This role offers a unique opportunity to lead innovative programming in life and work readiness, entrepreneurship and youth innovation, and 4-H communications core program area, while fostering strategic partnerships, securing funding, and shaping the future of positive youth development. As a key contributor to the Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment, you’ll champion excellence, collaboration, and impact—developing resources, mentoring youth, and amplifying Kentucky 4-H’s role as a trusted leader in youth empowerment. If you’re ready to make a difference and elevate youth potential, we invite you to apply and be part of a movement that builds a ready generation.

This position is located in Lexington, Ky.



Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No


Preferred Education/Experience

Entrepreneurship initiatives, work/life readiness strategies, youth communications curriculum, youth development, and partnership development.



Deadline to Apply
10/30/2025


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