Agriculture Extension Specialist

Job Title
Agriculture Extension Specialist

Requisition Number
RE53897

Working Title

Department Name
81040:AGR ECONOMICS

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

Click here for more information about equivalencies:
https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies

Required Related Experience

3 yrs

Required License/Registration/Certification

None

Physical Requirements

Sitting for extended amounts of time. Lifting, pushing or pulling of ojects up to 50 lbs.

Shift

8:00 am – 5:00 pm; 40 hours/week.

Job Summary

The Department of Agricultural Economics in the Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment seeks a highly motivated Extension Specialist in Farm Transition and Succession Planning to join its team. This role will lead statewide initiatives to develop and deliver research-based educational programs that strengthen farm viability, support seamless intergenerational transfer, and enhance long-term business continuity and risk management for agricultural operations.

About the Role
This position supports County Extension Agents by providing targeted training, practical tools, and ongoing professional development. It fosters strategic partnerships with agricultural leaders and industry stakeholders while contributing to program evaluation, applied research, and grant development efforts. Through these initiatives, the role advances innovative, high-quality, and responsive Extension programming. This is a three-year term appointment; a master’s degree or equivalent experience is preferred.

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

Join us in shaping the future of teaching and learning—where innovation meets impact.

For additional information about Agriculture Economics please click here. 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

MS Windows, Excel, Qualtrics

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No

Preferred Education/Experience

MS Degree

Driver’s License preferred

Deadline to Apply
04/17/2026

Our University Community

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