Extension Area Director - Jackson, Owsley, Lee, Breathitt, Wolfe, Morgan, Pike, Floyd, Magoffin, Johnson, Martin, and Lawrence Counties (Areas E5 and E6)

Job Title
Extension Area Director - Jackson, Owsley, Lee, Breathitt, Wolfe, Morgan, Pike, Floyd, Magoffin, Johnson, Martin, and Lawrence Counties (Areas E5 and E6)

Requisition Number
RE52961

Working Title

Department Name
81300:EXTENSION FIELD PROGRAMS

Work Location
Jackson, KY

Grade Level
00

Salary Range

Type of Position
Staff

Position Time Status
Full-Time

Required Education

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Required Related Experience

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Required License/Registration/Certification

Driver’s License required

Physical Requirements

Job-related travel including overnight stays; visiting clientele at sites throughout the county (including farms); standing/walking for long periods; handling of average-weight objects up to 25 lbs.

Shift

Monday-Friday (8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.) with evenings and weekends as needed. Most weeks will exceed 40 hours.

Job Summary

Extension Area Director for Areas East 5 and East 6 covering Jackson, Owsley, Lee, Breathitt, Wolfe, Morgan, Pike, Floyd, Magoffin, Johnson, Martin, and Lawrence Counties.

Location: Jackson, Owsley, Lee, Breathitt, Wolfe, Morgan, Pike, Floyd, Magoffin, Johnson, Martin, and Lawrence Counties, Kentucky

The Area Director is responsible for overseeing all aspects of UK Extension operations in one or more counties. Responsibilities include supervision (direct and indirect) and employee development for extension personnel, fiscal oversight, and managing relationships with the county boards/advisory councils. This position fosters teamwork and communication throughout the counties, promotes effective programming, and instills the values of UK.
This position will serve all clientele.

State law requires a national and state criminal background check and a letter from the Cabinet for Health and Family Services stating the employee is clear to hire based on no findings of substantiated child abuse or neglect found through a background check of child abuse and neglect records as a condition of employment or involvement in this program.

Resume and cover letter are required at time of application.

Salary Range: $90,390 – $110,390

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
Yes

Preferred Education/Experience

A minimum 6 years of supervisory experience (experience in supervising remote employees is a plus). Exhibits outstanding leadership, interpersonal relationship building, and employee coaching and development skills. Must be able to provide meaningful feedback, both written and verbal, on performance. General understanding of various employment laws and practices. Knowledge of basic economics, budgeting, and accounting principles and practices. Ability to deal effectively and pragmatically with external stakeholders. Exhibits innovative and strategic thinking and ability to offer news ideas and implement them. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to practice high levels of confidentiality. Must be able to travel to all counties in the area on a regular basis. Willingness to work evenings and weekends. Proficient in Microsoft office applications and Quick Books. Bachelor’s degree.

Deadline to Apply
02/18/2026

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