Agriculture Extension Specialist

Job Summary: The Martin Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment Family and Consumer Sciences Extension Unit seeks an Extension Specialist for Substance Use Prevention and Recovery that will support community education and outreach that promotes prevention, recovery support, and family resilience. This position will work with Extension Specialists, County Extension Agents, and community partners to identify, adapt, and deliver evidence-based programs and resources. Focus areas include youth and family prevention education, recovery-supportive environments, reducing stigma, and connecting individuals and families to local resources. The specialist will provide training and technical assistance to county personnel and assist with program evaluation and continuous improvement. A master’s degree in a related field and experience in community health, substance use prevention, or recovery support is preferred. This position is soft-funded.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities: Proven ability to work within deadlines; strong organizational and time/project management skills; excellent oral and written communication skills. Word, PowerPoint.

Physical Requirements: This position requires occasional lifting, pushing or pulling of objects up to 50 pounds and loading and/or unloading supplies and materials onto carts.

Shift: Primarily Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., some weekends and evening activities may be required as needed.

Preferred Education/Experience: Master’s Degree preferred
Driver’s License preferred