Extension Agent and Consumer Sciences - Christian

Job Title: Extension Agent for Family and Consumer Sciences - Christian County

Requisition Number: RE52581

Department Name: 81W03: KCES Region West Area 03

Work Location: Hopkinsville, KY

Grade Level: 00

Type of Position: Staff

Position Time Status: Full-Time

Required

Education:

No set minimum requirements.

Required Related

Experience:

No set minimum requirements.

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 – Christian County

Location:

Hopkinsville, KY

As the Extension Agent for Family and Consumer Sciences, you 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
• plan and implement educational programs which focus on:
  • making healthy choices
  • nurturing families
  • embracing life as you age
  • securing financial stability
  • promoting healthy homes and communities
  • accessing nutritious food
  • empowering community leaders
• 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
• implement educational programs which strengthen families and individuals
• 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 statutes 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.

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Skills / Knowledge / Abilities:

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? 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;
Health, Society & Populations;
Health Communications;
Leadership for Community Education & Human Learning;
Social Work;
Marriage & Family Therapy;
Human Health Sciences;
Public Health;
Health & Human Performance / Health Studies; or Nursing.

Final date to receive applications: 01/04/2026

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.