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Extension agents are educators, connectors and innovators who serve as a link between K‑State and communities across Kansas. This agent will support Sedgwick County residents through research-based horticultural education, outreach and initiatives.
Job Responsibility:
Collaboratively lead the development, implementation, and evaluation of research-based educational programming related to horticulture
Share leadership for Sedgwick County’s Extension Master Gardener program
Co-supervise Sedgwick County’s full-time Master Gardener program coordinator and full-time agriculture/horticulture office professional
Share responsibility for youth programming related to horticulture
Support community vitality programming
Identify local needs and emerging issues
Design appropriate educational strategies to respond to emerging needs and engage clientele
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 expertise in a subject matter competency area by engaging as a member of the Horticulture Program Focus Team
Pursue internal and external funding to support educational programming
Serve as a member of the Sedgwick County team, cooperating in the planning and delivery of county-wide programming and related events
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree
At least 12 credit hours of academic coursework or six months of professional experience related directly to the primary programming responsibilities (e.g., consumer horticulture, landscape management, arboriculture)
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 formal or informal roles
Must have access to a personal vehicle and the ability to obtain/maintain a valid driver’s license
This role will require the 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
At least one year of supervisory experience
Experience with volunteer recruitment, support, and management
Understanding of educational program design, promotion, implementation, and evaluation
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
New agents will be provided with comprehensive Early Career Professional Development training
Tuition assistance is available to full-time employees and their spouse/dependents