Agriculture Extension Associate Senior
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY
Full-time
Education
Posted on May 8, 2024
Posting Details
Posting Details
Job Title
Agriculture Extension Associate Senior
Requisition Number
RE45256
Working Title
Department Name
81080:ENTOMOLOGY
Work Location
Lexington, KY
Grade Level
44
Salary Range
$43,361-69,383/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
No experience required.
Required License/Registration/Certification
None
Physical Requirements
Sitting for long periods, may also require standing for long periods.
Shift
Monday-Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm
Job Summary
Extension Pesticide Safety Educator Senior Associate is responsible for actively working with Kentucky Extension personnel and the Kentucky Department of Agriculture to coordinate the private applicator training and certification program and develop and present educational materials at regional events across the state. The individual will also support the training of commercial applicators through the development and update of training materials. The individual will be expected to:
• oversee and maintain online programs to support county-based personnel that issue pesticide certifications and registrations for private and non-certified applicators
• pursue external funding opportunities
• support the program's established deliverables, which are agreed to with funding partners
• continuously develop original content to engage audiences through innovative educational methods such as online courses, videos, electronic publications, and activities in addition to traditional publications and in-person presentations to meet EPA standards for core competency delivery
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No
Preferred Education/Experience
Deadline to Apply
05/21/2024
University Community of Inclusion
The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place 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.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.
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 (*).
Required Documents
Posting Details
Job Title
Agriculture Extension Associate Senior
Requisition Number
RE45256
Working Title
Department Name
81080:ENTOMOLOGY
Work Location
Lexington, KY
Grade Level
44
Salary Range
$43,361-69,383/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
No experience required.
Required License/Registration/Certification
None
Physical Requirements
Sitting for long periods, may also require standing for long periods.
Shift
Monday-Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm
Job Summary
Extension Pesticide Safety Educator Senior Associate is responsible for actively working with Kentucky Extension personnel and the Kentucky Department of Agriculture to coordinate the private applicator training and certification program and develop and present educational materials at regional events across the state. The individual will also support the training of commercial applicators through the development and update of training materials. The individual will be expected to:
• oversee and maintain online programs to support county-based personnel that issue pesticide certifications and registrations for private and non-certified applicators
• pursue external funding opportunities
• support the program's established deliverables, which are agreed to with funding partners
• continuously develop original content to engage audiences through innovative educational methods such as online courses, videos, electronic publications, and activities in addition to traditional publications and in-person presentations to meet EPA standards for core competency delivery
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No
Preferred Education/Experience
Deadline to Apply
05/21/2024
University Community of Inclusion
The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place 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.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.
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 (*).
- * Do you have a minimum of 5 years' experience in Extension or related field?
- Yes
- No
- * Do you have experience using virtual platforms such as social media and website development?
- Yes
- No
- * Where did you first see this position advertised other than on UK's online employment system?
- HigherEdJobs.com
- Diverseeducation.com (Diverse Issues in Higher Education)
- HERCjobs.org (Higher Education Recruitment Consortium)
- InsightIntoDiversity.com
- Latinosinhighered.com
- Indeed.com
- A Colleague, Friend and/or Family Member
- UK Job Fair
- None of the Above
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
