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Job Title
Extension County Manager - Daviess County

Requisition Number
RE55047

Working Title

Department Name
81W05: KCES Region West Area 05

Work Location
Owensboro, KY

Grade Level
00

Salary Range

Type of Position
Staff

Position Time Status
Full-Time

Required Education

No set minimum requirements.

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Required Related Experience

No set minimum requirements.

Required License/Registration/Certification

Driver’s License required

Physical Requirements

Lifting, pushing, pulling objects up to 25 pounds; sitting for long periods of time.

Shift

Monday-Friday (8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.); occasional nights, weekends or holidays may be required.

Job Summary

The Extension County Manager will provide leadership for all aspects of the Cooperative Extension Service in the county. The County Manager responsibilities include: (1) serve as a liaison to the District Board in the County; coordinating with the Area Extension Director; (2) ensure accountability throughout the County Extension service while maintaining positive public relations; (3) supervise and/or oversee county office staff; (4) develop strong intra-office and intra-county relationships; (5) foster teamwork and collaboration throughout office staff and county partnerships; (6) respond to county and Extension issues in a timely manner; (7) ensure that all clientele are served.

All staff in a county will support the dissemination of useful and practical information on subjects relating to Agriculture, Family Consumer Sciences, 4-H and Community and Rural Development as outlined in the KRS statues 164.605 to 164.675.

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, cover letter and transcripts are required at time of application.

Salary Range: $45,250 – $65,250

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
Yes

Preferred Education/Experience

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. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to practice high levels of confidentiality. Willingness to work evenings and weekends. Proficient in Microsoft office applications and Quick Books.

Deadline to Apply
07/30/2026

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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.