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 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.