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Broward County - Extension Agent II-III – Environmental Horticulture (541261)
Closing date: October 30, 2026
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Details
Location
Davie, FLOpen Date
September 4, 2026
Deadline
October 30, 2026You Belong at a University that’s Leading the Way
The University of Florida (UF), the state's flagship institution, is a land-grant university comprised of teaching, research, and extension. The UF/IFAS Florida Cooperative Extension Service is committed to the core values of integrity, excellence, responsiveness, lifelong learning, and access. The Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) is creating an environment that affirms community across all dimensions. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352-392-2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800-955-8771 (TDD) or visit Accessibility at UF .
The Opportunity
This 12-month, permanent-status accruing Extension Agent II-III position provides leadership for Environmental Horticulture programming in Broward County and reports directly to the County Extension Director. The successful candidate will develop, implement, deliver, and evaluate a UF/IFAS Extension Pathway Initiative 4 aligned environmental education program to serve landscape professionals, arborists, nursery operators, municipal employees, property managers, pest management professionals, youth audiences (5% programmatic appointment), and other green industry stakeholders.
The agent will identify community and industry needs then deliver impactful educational programs and services that address emerging issues affecting Broward County's green industry sector while promoting environmental stewardship, urban forest sustainability, and responsible resource management.
Environmental Horticulture Program Development and Delivery
- Develop and implement a comprehensive environmental horticulture Extension program based on stakeholder needs, county priorities, and statewide Extension Pathway statewide action plans.
- Deliver educational workshops, demonstrations, field days, webinars, certification training, and technical assistance programs.
- Prepare fact sheets, newsletters, digital resources, social media content, and other educational materials.
- Evaluate program effectiveness and document outcomes and impacts in accordance with Extension reporting requirements.
- Utilize innovative technologies and educational methods to expand program reach and effectiveness.
Green-Industry Best Management Practices
- Provide leadership in Green Industries Best Management Practices education, outreach and testing for certification.
- Conduct training programs focused on nutrient management, irrigation efficiency, integrated pest management, and environmental compliance.
- Promote practices that improve landscape performance while protecting water quality and natural resources.
- Collaborate with industry professionals and regulatory agencies to encourage adoption of science-based management practices.
Urban Forestry and Tree Management
- Develop and deliver educational programs related to tree selection, planting, pruning, maintenance, risk reduction, and storm resilience.
- Promote proper tree trimming standards and arboricultural best practices.
- Assist municipalities, landscape professionals, and arborists in addressing urban forestry issues.
- Support initiatives that enhance Broward County’s urban forest health, sustainability, and resilience.
Invasive Species Management
- Develop educational programs addressing invasive plant identification, prevention, monitoring, and management.
- Promote integrated management strategies that protect native ecosystems and urban landscapes.
- Collaborate with local, regional, and state partners to address invasive species concerns and emerging threats.
Partnerships, Leadership, and Administration
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with industry organizations, governmental agencies, educational institutions, and community groups.
- Facilitate advisory group participation to determine educational needs and service gaps.
- Participate in county, district, and statewide Extension Initiative Teams
- Seek external support, sponsorships, and collaborative funding opportunities that enhance program capacity.
- Incorporate youth education and career awareness opportunities into programming activities, with youth engagement representing a minimum of five percent of the appointment.
- Prepare annual reporting, impact summaries, and other administrative documents as required.
Supervision
- Directly supervise at least one Program Assistant.
- Provide leadership, performance coaching, work planning, and professional development opportunities to Program Assistant.
- Coordinate support activities that ensure effective program delivery and customer service.
Working Conditions
The position requires a combination of office, classroom, and field-based responsibilities. A significant portion of the assignment involves conducting educational programs, demonstrations, and site visits in outdoor settings throughout Broward County. Candidates should be comfortable working in South Florida environmental conditions, including heat, humidity, direct sunlight, rain, and exposure to insects and other natural elements. The position requires the ability to walk on uneven terrain, stand for extended periods, and transport educational materials and equipment necessary for program delivery. Travel within the county and occasional travel elsewhere in Florida will be required.
About UF
The University of Florida is one of the nation’s leading public land-grant universities, recognized for excellence in teaching, research, and service. As a member of the Association of American Universities, the University of Florida is committed to addressing critical societal challenges through innovation, scholarship, and community engagement. The university provides students, faculty, and staff with opportunities to contribute to meaningful work that improves lives locally, nationally, and globally.
About UF/IFAS Extension
UF/IFAS Extension is the statewide outreach arm of the Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences. Through county Extension offices, research and education centers, and statewide program teams, UF/IFAS Extension delivers research-based information and educational programs that help individuals, businesses, communities, and governments make informed decisions. Extension professionals serve as trusted resources, translating university research into practical applications that address agricultural, environmental, economic, and social issues affecting Florida’s residents.
UF/IFAS Extension reaches communities throughout Florida by providing educational leadership in agriculture, horticulture, natural resources, youth development, family and consumer sciences, sustainability, water resources, and community development. Extension programs are developed through stakeholder input and are designed to create measurable impacts that improve quality of life, strengthen industries, and support environmental stewardship.
Extension professionals work collaboratively with local governments, industry organizations, schools, nonprofit partners, and residents to identify challenges and develop innovative solutions. Educational efforts include workshops, demonstrations, consultations, field days, online training, publications, applied research, and technical assistance programs.
This position provides a unique opportunity to serve one of Florida’s largest and most dynamic urban green industry markets. The successful candidate will play a critical role in supporting green industry professionals, municipalities, arborists, landscape contractors, and other stakeholders through science-based education focused on sustainable landscape management and natural resource protection.
The University of Florida offers a competitive compensation package and excellent benefits. Information regarding employee benefits is available at UF Benefits.
About Broward County
Broward County is located in southeastern Florida between Palm Beach and Miami-Dade counties and encompasses approximately 1,323 square miles. With a population exceeding two million residents, Broward is one of Florida’s most populous counties and includes 31 municipalities ranging from highly urbanized coastal communities to western areas adjacent to the Everglades.
The county supports a substantial urban horticulture industry that includes landscape maintenance companies, arboriculture firms, municipal parks departments, golf courses, nurseries, property management organizations, and environmental consulting businesses. Year-round growing conditions create significant opportunities for the green industry while also presenting challenges associated with tropical pests, invasive species, water conservation, fertilizer management, urban forestry, and hurricane preparedness.
UF/IFAS Extension Broward County maintains strong partnerships with local governments, state agencies, industry associations, schools, environmental organizations, and community groups. The county’s urban landscape, extensive tree canopy, and environmental resources provide exceptional opportunities for innovative Extension programming that supports both economic vitality and environmental sustainability.
Multi-County (Polk-Hillsborough) - Bartow, FL - Extension Agent I-IV – Commercial Citrus, Multi-County (540814)
Closing date: Open until filled
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Details
Location
Bartow, FLOpen Date
August 3, 2026
Deadline
Open until filledYou Belong at a University that’s Leading the Way
The University of Florida (UF), the state's flagship institution, is a land-grant university comprised of teaching, research, and extension. The UF/IFAS Florida Cooperative Extension Service is committed to the core values of integrity, excellence, responsiveness, lifelong learning, and access. The Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) is creating an environment that affirms community across all dimensions. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352-392-2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800-955-8771 (TDD) or visit Accessibility at UF .
University of Florida IFAS Extension and Polk County seek to fill a 12-month, permanent status-accruing Commercial Citrus Extension Agent position serving Polk and Hillsborough counties. As the agent you will develop, implement, evaluate, and report on a comprehensive Citrus Extension program. The focus areas include teaching the most effective strategies of citrus production by interpreting and applying current science and technology in the field. Areas of expertise include the use of Integrated Pest Management (IPM) strategies; Best Management Practices (BMPs) for water quality and conservation; environmental stewardship in agricultural production; supporting sustainability of economic viability of citrus production; and other related topics.
In this role, you will:
- Lead the development, delivery, and evaluation of innovative citrus education programs that address emerging industry needs and support grower success.
- Reinforce agricultural and horticultural best management best practices by providing training focused on water quality protection, conservation, and sustainable production systems.
- Serve as a trusted technical resource for citrus pest management, delivering science-based guidance on insects, mites, diseases, and weed control strategies.
- Design and distribute engaging educational experiences through consultations, workshops, seminars, field demonstrations, clinics, livestreams, and virtual learning platforms tailored to stakeholder needs.
- Create high-impact educational and outreach materials, including multimedia presentations, fact sheets, abstracts, and other scholarly and professional communications.
- Secure external funding and program resources by pursuing grants, sponsorships, awards, and revenue-generating opportunities that expand program reach and impact.
- Enhance workforce safety and regulatory compliance by providing agricultural worker safety training for citrus growers and their employees.
- Support professional development within the agricultural community by offering Continuing Education Units (CEUs) for Certified Crop Advisors and other industry leaders.
- Utilize emerging technologies and digital tools to improve program delivery, stakeholder engagement, and field-based problem solving.
- Cultivate strong partnerships by facilitating an active stakeholder advisory committee that helps identify priorities and shape impactful programming.
- Provide production and management support for citrus growers while also addressing educational needs related to alternative fruit and specialty crop systems in the region.
- Demonstrate leadership in youth agricultural education by supporting and advancing 4-H citrus and fruit crop development programs.
- Contribute technical expertise to Master Gardener Volunteer training, strengthening community horticulture education and outreach efforts.
- Drive interdisciplinary collaboration across Extension programs, partnering with other agents to expand agricultural awareness, strengthen community engagement, and increase visibility of local Extension initiatives.
Your office will be located at the UF/IFAS Extension Polk County Office in Bartow, FL.
Note: This position will have a mandatory “division essential” role in times of emergency. In Polk County, this role includes initial damage assessments for growers and may include recovery efforts in support of agriculture producers.
Further information:
UF/IFAS Extension Polk County has a dynamic and highly impactful team of Extension educators and staff serving the county’s communities and agriculture industry. Areas of programming include commercial agriculture (citrus, livestock); small farms and alternative enterprises; environmental horticulture; natural resources and conservation; residential horticulture and Florida-Friendly Landscaping™; the Master Gardener Volunteer program; 4-H Youth Development; Family and Consumer Sciences; and community development.
Located in west-central Florida, Polk and Hillsborough Counties represent two of the state's most significant agricultural regions and provide exceptional opportunities for Commercial Horticulture programming with a strong emphasis on citrus production. Together, the two counties encompass more than 3,200 square miles and serve a combined population exceeding 2.4 million residents. While Hillsborough County includes the metropolitan Tampa area and a rapidly expanding urban sector, Polk County remains one of Florida's premier agricultural counties and has long been recognized as a cornerstone of the state's citrus industry.
We Offer Exceptional Benefits
- Low-cost State Health Plans: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Life and Disability Insurance
- Generous Retirement Options to secure your future
- Comprehensive Paid Time Off Packages with 10+ paid holidays, paid family, sick and vacation leave
- Exceptional Personal and Professional Development Opportunities: Access to UF Training & Organizational Development programs, leadership development, LinkedIn Learning, and more
- Tuition Assistance through the UF Employee Education Program
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible Employer
- Lead the development, delivery, and evaluation of innovative citrus education programs that address emerging industry needs and support grower success.