Agriculture Extension Director Associate

Posting Details

Posting Details

Job Title Agriculture Extension Director Associate Requisition Number RE55813 Working Title Director of Extension Administrative Operations Department Name 81023:COOPERATIVE EXTENSION Work Location Lexington, KY Grade Level 00 Salary Range Type of Position Staff Position Time Status Full-Time Required Education

No set minimum requirements.

Click here for more information about equivalencies: https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies Required Related Experience

No set minimum requirements.

Required License/Registration/Certification

None

Physical Requirements

Sitting for long periods; lifting objects up to 10 lbs.

Shift

Primarily weekdays; some weekend and evening activities may be required.

Job Summary

The Director of Extension Administrative Operations provides statewide leadership for administrative operations, organizational development, and compliance within the University of Kentucky Cooperative Extension Service. The position works closely with Extension leadership, Regional and Area Extension Directors, and University partners to ensure effective administration of county operations. Responsibilities include organizational programs, policy implementation and administrative planning. The position also leads compliance reviews, organizational analysis, and process improvement initiatives that support sound decision-making and operational excellence. Through strategic leadership and collaboration, this role helps ensure consistent, efficient, and accountable Extension operations across Kentucky.

Internal Employee Being Considered

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? Yes Preferred Education/Experience

Master's degree and five years of related experience. Administrative and/or Cooperative Extension experience preferred.

Deadline to Apply 09/18/2026 Our University Community

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • How many years of progressively responsible administrative, management, or leadership experience do you have?

(Open Ended Question)

• • Describe your experience developing, implementing, or improving organizational programs, policies, or administrative procedures.

(Open Ended Question)

• • How many years of experience do you have overseeing compliance, audit, review, accreditation, civil rights, risk management, or similar organizational processes?

(Open Ended Question)

• • This position provides leadership for Civil Rights Reviews and other organizational review processes. Describe your experience leading, participating in, or responding to compliance reviews, audits, or program assessments.

(Open Ended Question)

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Optional Documents