Extension Agent and Consumer Sciences - Powell

Extension Agent for Family and Consumer Sciences
- Powell County

Job Title Extension Agent for Family and Consumer Sciences
- Powell County

Requisition Number

Requisition Number RE55677

Working Title

Department Name

Department Name 81C01: KCES Region Central Area 01

Work Location

Work Location Stanton, KY

Grade Level 00

Salary Range

Type of Position

Type of Position Staff

Position Time Status

Position Time Status Full-Time

Required Education

No set minimum requirements.

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Required License/Registration/Certification

None

Physical Requirements

Job-related travel including overnight stays; visiting clientele at sites throughout the county (including farms); standing/walking for long periods; handling of average-weight objects up to 25 lbs.

Shift

Monday-Friday (8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.) with evenings and weekends as needed. Most weeks will exceed 40 hours.

Job Summary

Extension Agent for Family and Consumer Sciences – Powell County

Location:

Stanton, KY

The Extension Agent for Family and Consumer Sciences will develop, implement, and evaluate a plan of work based on locally identified needs which will lead to improved quality of living for families & individuals. Will plan and implement educational programs which focus on:
1) making healthy choices;
2) nurturing families;
3) embracing life as you age;
4) securing financial stability;
5) promoting healthy homes and communities;
6) accessing nutritious food; and
7) empowering community leaders. Will develop expertise and serve as a resource in family and consumer sciences programming areas including: food and nutrition; family resource management; human development and family relations; health, safety and wellness; leadership development; clothing and textiles; housing and the environment; home based and micro business. Will implement educational programs which strengthen families and individuals. Will develop and implement leadership programs such as Kentucky Extension Homemakers resulting in the development of personal and organizational leadership skills.

All agents in a county will support the dissemination of useful and practical information on subjects relating to Agriculture, Family Consumer Sciences, 4-H and Community and Rural Development as outlined in the KRS statues 164.605 to 164.675.

State law requires a national and state criminal background check and a letter from the Cabinet for Health and Family Services stating the employee is clear to hire based on no findings of substantiated child abuse or neglect found through a background check of child abuse and neglect records as a condition of employment or involvement in this program.

Resume, cover letter and transcripts are required at time of application.

Demonstrated ability to communicate orally and in writing with groups and individuals and through mass media. Ability to use the computer for program delivery and management. Ability to visit clientele at sites throughout the county. Ability to plan and teach educational programs. Demonstrated leadership and ability to serve as a positive role model.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? Yes

Preferred Education/Experience

Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s Degree in the field of Family & Consumer Sciences such as:
Family & Consumer Sciences Education;
Family Sciences;
Family Studies;
Child and Family Studies;
Early Childhood Education;
Child Development;
Dietetics;
Nutrition or Human Nutrition;
Community Food Services;
Food Science;
Merchandising, Apparel and Textiles;
Hospitality, Management and Tourism;
Retailing and Tourism Management;
Community & Leadership Development;
Consumer Economics and Family Financial Counseling;
Health Promotions;
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