Extension Faculty - Cassia County, Horticulture, Small Acreage, & 4-H
Posting Details
Position Information
Posting Number
F001445P
Internal Posting?
Recruitment Title
Extension Faculty - Cassia County, Horticulture, Small Acreage, & 4-H
Advertising Pay Range
Commensurate with experience
Location
Off Campus Location - Cassia County/Burley, ID
Primary Division/College
College of Agricultural & Life Sciences
Primary Unit
Central District
Employee Category
Faculty
Classification Group Title
Extension Faculty
Position Control Number
1824
Suffix
00
Contingency Code
Not Applicable
FTE
1
Contract Basis
Fiscal Year
Anticipated Contract Start Date
11/09/2026
FLSA Status
Exempt
Tenure Tracking
Tenure Track
Rank
Assistant Professor
Extension Type
County Extension Educator/Professorial
Administrative Appointment Type
Not applicable
Administrative Appointment End Date (if applicable)
Position Responsibilities
Position Summary
The Central Extension District is seeking to hire a tenure-track Assistant Professor-Extension Educator. The Extension Educator for Cassia County will devote 90% of the appointment to Extension programming, with approximately 90% of the Extension effort focused on horticulture and small acreages and 10% focused on 4-H youth development.
The remaining appointment includes 5% applied research and scholarly work and 5% University service and leadership responsibilities. The educator will collaborate with county commissioners, partners, and community organizations to ensure programs meet local needs and align with University of Idaho Extension priorities and the annual plan of work.
Unit/Department Summary
https://www.uidaho.edu/extension/county/cassia
Administrative Summary
Contingency Description
Teaching & Advising
0%
Scholarship & Creative Activity
5%
Outreach & Extension
90%
University Service & Leadership
5%
Qualifications
Minimum Education/Degree Required
Listed degree qualification is required at time of hire.
Required Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
Posting Information
Posting Date
09/14/2026
Closing Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applications received by October 14, 2026, will receive first consideration.
Along with your online application, write a letter of qualifications addressing how you meet the required and preferred qualifications listed.
In addition, your application materials must include a CV, names & contact information for at least three (3) professional references, and unofficial transcripts.
Applicant Resources
https://www.uidaho.edu/human-resources/careers/applicant-resources
Background Check Statement
Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.
EEO Statement
The University of Idaho is an equal employment opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy.
No
Position Information
Posting Number
F001445P
Internal Posting?
Recruitment Title
Extension Faculty - Cassia County, Horticulture, Small Acreage, & 4-H
Advertising Pay Range
Commensurate with experience
Location
Off Campus Location - Cassia County/Burley, ID
Primary Division/College
College of Agricultural & Life Sciences
Primary Unit
Central District
Employee Category
Faculty
Classification Group Title
Extension Faculty
Position Control Number
1824
Suffix
00
Contingency Code
Not Applicable
FTE
1
Contract Basis
Fiscal Year
Anticipated Contract Start Date
11/09/2026
FLSA Status
Exempt
Tenure Tracking
Tenure Track
Rank
Assistant Professor
Extension Type
County Extension Educator/Professorial
Administrative Appointment Type
Not applicable
Administrative Appointment End Date (if applicable)
Position Responsibilities
Position Summary
The Central Extension District is seeking to hire a tenure-track Assistant Professor-Extension Educator. The Extension Educator for Cassia County will devote 90% of the appointment to Extension programming, with approximately 90% of the Extension effort focused on horticulture and small acreages and 10% focused on 4-H youth development.
The remaining appointment includes 5% applied research and scholarly work and 5% University service and leadership responsibilities. The educator will collaborate with county commissioners, partners, and community organizations to ensure programs meet local needs and align with University of Idaho Extension priorities and the annual plan of work.
Unit/Department Summary
https://www.uidaho.edu/extension/county/cassia
Administrative Summary
Contingency Description
Teaching & Advising
0%
Scholarship & Creative Activity
5%
Outreach & Extension
90%
University Service & Leadership
5%
Qualifications
Minimum Education/Degree Required
Listed degree qualification is required at time of hire.
Required Qualifications
- Master's degree in Agriculture, Horticulture, Plant Sciences, Crop Sciences, Agronomy, Education, or closely related to the domain of the position
- Experience providing organizational structure and support for a variety of individuals and groups
- Experience in adapting research materials for oral and written presentations
- Experience recruiting, teaching, organizing, and managing groups
- Experience using technology for program delivery, reporting, and team-based communications
Preferred Qualifications
- Ability to work well in a team and provide effective instruction, support, and marketing for programs
- Previous experience working in Extension
- Experience in disseminating results through scholarly outlets
- Experience with grant writing and management
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- Be able to lift, carry and/or otherwise move at least 50 pounds.
- Able to work nonstandard business hours, including nights and weekends.
- Must possess a valid driver's license or provide their own driver.
Posting Information
Posting Date
09/14/2026
Closing Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applications received by October 14, 2026, will receive first consideration.
Along with your online application, write a letter of qualifications addressing how you meet the required and preferred qualifications listed.
In addition, your application materials must include a CV, names & contact information for at least three (3) professional references, and unofficial transcripts.
Applicant Resources
https://www.uidaho.edu/human-resources/careers/applicant-resources
Background Check Statement
Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.
EEO Statement
The University of Idaho is an equal employment opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy.
No