University of Tennessee Hiring for Extension Agent at Dayton, TN Full Time

Program Area: 4-H Youth Development

Clientele Served: 4-H Youth

Headquarters: Dayton, TN

Screening of applicants’ credentials will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

Date Issued: 02/24/2022

Effective Date: 05/01/2022

SALARY

Commensurate with training and experience. This position is funded jointly by UT Extension and Rhea County. Rhea County Government funds 26% 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:
Plans, executes, and evaluates 4-H Youth Development (100%) educational programs.

Implements, evaluates, and reports 4-H Youth Development Programs related to organization, leadership, recognition, sponsorship, etc.

Assumes responsibility for all youth projects, activities, shows, events, and committees.

Secures and trains volunteer leaders and serves as an educational resource for educational youth programs within the county.

Responsible to the County Extension Director and must keep current on the latest research information in youth development.

Provides 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 duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Family and Consumer Sciences or a field related to Education and/or youth development 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) a resume or curriculum vitae, 3) and 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