Extension Assoc Aquaculture & Aquatic Science

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FT EXEMPT GRANTS-610001

30+ days ago Requisition

The Extension Associate in Aquaculture and Aquatic Science is an Extension position serving communities, schools, agencies, organizations, and other stakeholders throughout Western Kentucky. The position will be based in a designated Kentucky State University Extension office in either Glasgow or Bowling Green, Kentucky, as determined by the University. This position is not a remote position and requires regular, reliable, and punctual on-site attendance at the assigned KSU Extension office, as well as travel throughout Western Kentucky to provide educational programming, outreach, technical assistance, presentations, site visits, and other Extension services to the communities and populations served.

The Extension Associate will conduct Extension educational programming focused on aquaculture, aquatic science, fisheries, pond management, water resources, and closely related areas. A significant component of the position will involve developing and delivering educational programs in schools throughout Western Kentucky and working with students, educators, community members, producers, agencies, organizations, and other stakeholders. The position will collaborate with personnel in the Extension Program and faculty and other personnel in the School of Aquaculture and Aquatic Science to develop and deliver educational programs and outreach activities.

The School of Aquaculture and Aquatic Science is a collaborating academic unit within the College of Agriculture, Health and Natural Resources and is not the employee's administrative or supervisory department.

The Extension Associate will contribute to the land-grant mission of Kentucky State University and the College of Agriculture, Health and Natural Resources through Extension education, outreach, engagement, applied educational programming, and collaboration with University personnel and external stakeholders.

• Develop, coordinate, and deliver educational programs in schools throughout Western Kentucky related to aquaculture, aquatic science, fisheries, water resources, conservation, and related topics.
• Provide educational presentations, workshops, demonstrations, site visits, field activities, and other Extension programming for students, educators, community members, producers, agencies, organizations, and other stakeholders.
• Respond to requests for information and technical assistance concerning aquatic resources, aquaculture, fisheries, pond management, and related subjects from community members, educators, producers, agency personnel, and the public.
• Work collaboratively with the Agriculture and Natural Resource (ANR) Program Leader and other Extension personnel to identify educational needs and develop programs that support the communities and populations served by Extension.
• Collaborate with faculty and other personnel in the School of Aquaculture and Aquatic Science to develop and deliver educational programs, outreach activities, demonstrations, and other initiatives related to aquaculture and aquatic science.
• Consult and collaborate with the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources, Division of Water, and other state and federal agencies to identify opportunities for collaboration, share educational resources, and maintain awareness of relevant Extension activities.
• Develop and disseminate Extension educational materials, including factsheets, newsletters, digital information, presentations, informational materials, and other resources appropriate for Extension audiences.
• Review and communicate applicable aquaculture, fisheries, aquatic science, and related applied research findings for use in Extension education and outreach.
• Assess the educational needs of schools, communities, producers, agencies, organizations, and other stakeholders and communicate those needs to Extension leadership and appropriate University personnel.
• Develop educational approaches and materials that effectively reach diverse…