Extension Specialist for Extension Health Partnerships

University of Kentucky

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.

Posting Details Posting Details Job TitleExtension Specialist for Extension Health PartnershipsRequisition NumberRE54181Working TitleDepartment Name81170:Program and Staff DevelopmentWork LocationAshland, KYGrade Level46Salary Range$52,021-85,800/yearType of PositionStaffPosition Time Status Full-TimeRequired Education

MS

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

3 yrs

Required License/Registration/CertificationNonePhysical RequirementsThis position requires occasional lifting, pushing or pulling of objects up to 50 pounds and loading and/or unloading supplies and materials onto carts.ShiftPrimarily Monday through Friday; 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.; some weekends and evening activities may be required as needed.Job SummaryThe Martin Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment seeks an Extension Health Partnership Specialist to support Cooperative Extension in advancing health-focused outreach by developing strong community and regional partnerships that align resources to improve the health of Kentuckians. The role will provide leadership in managing health related projects, grants, and collaborative initiatives. This position will strengthen capacity across counties by assessing needs, organizing available programs, and coordinating resources that align with local priorities. This position will serve the Eastern region of Kentucky, with an emphasis in Boyd, Carter, Greenup, Rowan, and surrounding counties.

About the Role:
This position will strengthen capacity across counties by assessing needs, organizing available programs, and coordinating resources that align with local priorities. This position will serve the Eastern region of Kentucky, with an emphasis in Boyd, Carter, Greenup, Rowan, and surrounding counties.

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:

• 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 on Cooperative Extension 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 / AbilitiesProven ability to work within deadlines; strong organizational and time/project management skills; excellent oral and written communication skills. Word, PowerPoint.Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/ExperienceMaster’s Degree preferred

Driver’s license preferred.Deadline to Apply05/15/2026Our University CommunityWe value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

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.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Describe your experience working with community health partners.

   (Open Ended Question)

Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter
3. Academic Transcript

Optional Documents

1. Curriculum Vita

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