Extension Faculty - Cassia County, Horticulture, Acreage

Position: Extension Faculty - Cassia County, Horticulture, Small Acreage,
Location: Hollister

Extension Faculty - Cassia County, Horticulture, Small Acreage,& 4-H

University of Idaho

APPOINTMENT INFORMATION Division/College

College of Agricultural & Life Sciences

Department

Central District

Position Classification

Extension Faculty

Rank

Assistant Professor

Tenure Status

Tenure Track

Location

Cassia County/Burley,

FTE

1.0

Advertising Pay Range

Commensurate with experience

FLSA Status

Exempt

Type of Appointment

Fiscal Year

Anticipated Contract Start Date

11/09/2026

Extension Faculty Type

County Extension Educator/Professorial

POSITION OVERVIEW Primary Faculty Position Summary

The Central Extension District is seeking to hire a tenure-track

Assistant Professor Extension Educator. The Extension Educator for Cassia County will devote 90% of the appointment to Extensionprogramming, with approximately 90% of the Extension effort focusedon horticulture and small acreages and 10% focused on 4-H youth development.

The remaining appointment includes 5% applied research and scholarly work and 5% University service and leadership responsibilities. The educator will collaborate with countycommissioners, partners, and community organizations to ensureprograms meet local needs and align with University of Idaho Extension priorities and the annual plan of work.

Teaching & Advising Effort

0%

Scholarship & Creative Activity Effort

5%

Outreach & Extension Effort

90%

University Service & Leadership Effort

5%

REQUIRED EDUCATION

Master's degree in Agriculture, Horticulture, Plant Sciences, Crop Sciences, Agronomy, Education, or closely related to the domain ofthe position

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

• Experience providing organizational structure and support for avariety of individuals and groups
• Experience in adapting research materials for oral and writtenpresentations
• Experience recruiting, teaching, organizing, and managing groups
• Experience using technology for program delivery, reporting,and team-based communications

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

• Ability to work well in a team and provide effective instruction, support, and marketing for programs
• Previous experience working in Extension
• Experience in disseminating results through scholarlyoutlets
• Experience with grant writing and management

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

• Be able to lift, carry and/or otherwise move at least 50pounds.
• Able to work nonstandard business hours, including nights and weekends.
• Must possess a valid driver's license or provide their owndriver.

POSTING INFORMATION Open Until Filled

Yes

Contingency on Appointment

No

Special Instructions to Applicants

Applications received by October 14, 2026
, will receive first consideration.

Along with your online application, write a letter of qualifications addressing how you meet the required and preferred qualifications listed. In addition, your application materials must include a CV, names & contact information for at least three(3) professional references, and unofficial transcripts.

Visa Sponsorship Available for Appointment

No

Degree Requirement Timeline

Listed degree qualification is required at time of hire.