Agriculture Extension Associate Senior

Working Title 4-H Science, Engineering, Technology, and Innovation Extension Associate Senior

Department Name

Department Name 81360:4-H CENTRAL OPERATIONS

Work Location

Work Location Lexington, KY

Grade Level 44

Salary Range

Salary Range $43,/year

Type of Position

Type of Position Staff

Position Time Status

Position Time Status Full-Time

Required Education

MS

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Required License/Registration/Certification

None

Physical Requirements

Sitting and/or standing for long periods. Travel/driving van/car. Lifting/moving boxes, equipment – heavy lifting of objects over 50 lbs.

Shift

Monday-Friday; 8:00 am-5:00 pm; all shifts apply as position requires in- and out-of-state travel, and to include weekends.

Job Summary

The Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture Food and Environment, 4-H units seeks an energetic self-motivated candidate that possesses a strong work ethic with skills in technology and innovation for their 4-H Science, Engineering, Technology, and Innovation Extension Associate Senior position. This position will provide statewide leadership to support high-quality, future-ready learning experiences for Kentucky youth. This position integrates STEM program leadership, educational technology and instructional design, and artificial intelligence education to strengthen in-person, virtual, and hybrid programming.

This professional will build capacity among 4-H professionals and volunteers, developing innovative curricula and digital resources, fostering strategic partnerships, securing extramural funding, and will use data-driven evaluation to enhance program outcomes and position Kentucky 4-H as a leader in youth STEM and technology education.

Valid driver’s license preferred and completion of the 12-passenger van training upon employment. This position includes excellent benefits and provides opportunities for professional development. For additional information on 4-H please .

The Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment offers a variety of employee enhancement initiatives, such as a formal mentoring program and a staff professional development fund. To find out more about M-G CAFE and how the college supports the mission of this being the University of, for, and with Kentucky, .

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Energetic, self-motivated and possesses a strong work ethic with skills in leadership and communication. Previous work in youth technology education programming. Willingness to learn positive youth development principles. Customer service and coaching skills. Driving skills with up to 12 passengers. Computer skills to include: MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Excel, MS Outlook.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No

Preferred Education/Experience

MS in Information Technology or related plus 2 years related experience preferred.

Driver’s license preferred.

Complete 12 passenger van training upon employment.

Final date to receive applications

Final date to receive applications 03/19/2026

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