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Extension agents are professional educators, community connectors and innovators who serve as a link between Kansas State University and communities across Kansas. Agents (including county directors) are jointly responsible to the director of K‑State Extension (represented by a designated administrator) and the local extension board.
Job Responsibility:
Collaborate with local unit staff, board members, and others (as appropriate) to provide leadership for the following activities: Developing the annual budget, securing extramural funds, submitting appropriate financial reports, and reviewing audits
Handling legal responsibilities of the local extension unit as directed in extension law
Supervising, coaching, and evaluating local unit staff
Planning for office space, equipment, and technology
Working with the Extension Board
local stakeholders
area and state extension faculty
and others to develop comprehensive programming to address local issues
Developing and maintaining strong relationships with county commissioners and other key decision-makers in the county
Lead the development, implementation and evaluation of research-based educational programming to help our community become a better place to live, work, and play
Coordinate 4-H youth development programs for school-aged youth in cooperation with local community members and extension colleagues
Provide other research-based educational programming to support residents of Decatur County
Identify local needs and emerging issues related to K‑State Research and Extension’s five critical issues by engaging with program development committees and other community organizations and professionals
Design appropriate educational strategies to respond to emerging needs and engage clientele by aligning with the imperatives of the K‑State Next-Gen Strategic Plan
Collaborate with local partners to meet community and programmatic needs
Recruit and manage volunteers to further the reach and impact of extension programming
Develop and implement strategies to serve all community audiences
Collect and communicate evidence of educational program impact
Cultivate subject matter expertise by engaging as a member of a Program Focus Team
Pursue internal and external funding to support educational programming
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree
At least 12 credit hours of academic coursework or six months of professional experience related directly to the position’s primary responsibilities
Demonstrated academic and/or professional achievement (minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75 on a 4.0 scale or evidence of progressively responsible professional roles)
Experience delivering information, training, or education to groups or individuals, either in person or through media
Leadership experience in supervisory or informal roles
Must have access to a personal vehicle and the ability to obtain/maintain a valid driver’s license
Ability to work with people from various backgrounds and a commitment to supporting and enhancing K‑State’s initiative for access and opportunity
Extension agents work a flexible schedule which will include nights, weekends, and overnight travel
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship
Nice to have:
Two or more years of professional experience
Master’s degree
Previous supervisory experience
Experience managing fiscal responsibilities, including budget development, financial oversight, and securing extramural funds
Experience working with youth across multiple age groups in both formal and informal settings
Understanding of educational program design, promotion, implementation, and evaluation
Experience with volunteer recruitment, support, and management
Knowledge of adult and youth teaching/learning processes
Experience seeking and administering external grant funding
Commitment to personal and professional development
Competence using electronic communication and computer applications to fulfill programming responsibilities
Self-motivation and ability to work with minimal supervision while balancing multiple projects
Skills in group facilitation
Ability to communicate effectively with both English and Spanish-speaking learners
What we offer:
Board of Regents retirement plan
eligibility for health and life insurance
earn vacation and sick leave
Reimbursement for travel related to achieving program objectives
Comprehensive Early Career Professional Development training throughout their onboarding period
Tuition assistance is available to full-time employees and their spouse/dependents