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Extension Event & Program Manager

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Kansas State University

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United States , Manhattan

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Employment contract

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Salary:

63000.00 - 73000.00 USD / Year
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Job Description:

The department of Horticulture & Natural Resources at Kansas State University is seeking an Extension Event & Program Manager to support statewide programming and stakeholder engagement.

Job Responsibility:

  • Plan, coordinate, and execute Extension conferences, field days, meetings, online learning opportunities, and other strategic events
  • Lead strategic planning and execution of statewide conferences, workshops, field days, and industry partnership events
  • Establish priorities, timelines, and project plans
  • Oversee contract negotiation and vendor management
  • Direct sponsorship and exhibitor strategy
  • Provide oversight of speaker coordination
  • Support development and delivery of Extension horticulture programming and professional development initiatives
  • Serve as primary point of contact for industry partners, commodity groups, and external stakeholders
  • Oversee program communications, including newsletters and outreach efforts

Requirements:

  • High school diploma (or equivalent)
  • Seven years of relevant experience
  • Valid driver's license

Nice to have:

  • Experience leading, planning, managing and executing conferences, workshops or multi-component events
  • Experience with Cooperative Extension program development, delivery, evaluation, and impact reporting
  • Strong oral and written communication skills
  • Demonstrated organizational abilities, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple deadlines
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a results-driven environment
  • Demonstrated problem-solving abilities
  • Customer service or stakeholder engagement skills
  • Proficiency with event-related technologies, office software, online calendaring, and digital communication tools
  • Experience using university systems such as Canvas, Concur, Qualtrics, Pears, etc.

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
May 14, 2026

Expiration:
May 27, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
On-site work
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