Position X2162: Extension Agent, Lincoln County
Program Area: Agriculture
Clientele Served: Adult
Headquarters: Fayetteville, TN
Screening of applicants’ credentials will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
Date Issued: 08/02/2021
Effective Date: 12/01/2021
SALARY
Commensurate with training and experience. This position is funded jointly by UT Extension and Lincoln County. Lincoln County Government funds 31% of the position salary and benefits costs.
BENEFITS
Group hospitalization and life insurance; State Retirement; Workers’ Compensation; sick and annual leave; numerous University of Tennessee and state benefits programs, including liberal time off for holidays, and longevity pay after three years of service; reimbursement for official travel.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Plan, execute, and evaluate programs in the areas of Agriculture and Natural Resources.
Keep abreast of the latest information in Agriculture, Marketing and Community Economic Development to meet the educational needs of the county.
Establish and maintain good working relationships with Extension staff, commercial producers, agri-business, agricultural agencies, and general public.
Develop a cadre of supporters and volunteers to aid in the delivery of programs.
Secure extramural funds through grants, fee-based programs, and gifts.
Provide accurate and timely reporting of program accomplishments and impacts into the UT Extension reporting system.
Responsible to the County Director in all administrative and program matters.
Provide leadership for a program of activities that meets the needs of all eligible clientele regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, religion or veteran status.
Assume other responsibilities as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS TO APPLY:
Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Natural Resources, or closely related field is required.
A 2.7 cumulative GPA (BS degree on a 4-point scale) or an earned Master’s Degree is required. Preference will be given to applicants with a MS Degree, and/or work experience in a related field.
A complete application package will include a 1) letter of interest, 2) resume or curriculum vitae, and 3) official or unofficial transcripts showing degree(s) conferred.
Please apply online by clicking this link: Apply for Extension Educator Positions
UT Extension Phone: (865) 974-7245
212 D Morgan Hall Fax: (865) 974-0882
Knoxville TN 37996-4525
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://utextension.tennessee.edu
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