County Extension Faculty Positions
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Northwest District
Santa Rosa County - Milton, FL - County Extension Director and Extension Agent II - IV – Small Farms and Sustainable Agriculture (532627)
Closing date: September 6, 2024 at 11:55 PM Eastern Time
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Location
Milton, FLOpen Date
August 7, 2024
Deadline
September 6, 2024 at 11:55 PM Eastern TimeYou Belong at a University that’s Leading the Way
The University of Florida (UF), the flagship university for the state of Florida, is a land grant institution with core values of unique purpose, excellence, integrity, collaboration and partnership, lifelong learning, responsiveness, innovation, communication, and global reach.
The Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences is creating an environment that affirms community across all dimensions. We particularly welcome applicants who can contribute to such an environment through their scholarship, teaching, mentoring, and professional service. 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
The Florida Cooperative Extension Service is a partnership between state, federal, and county governments. County Extension faculty provide high quality, relevant, research-based expertise and education to foster healthy people, healthy environments, and healthy economies. We are the resource that helps educate Floridians to address issues related to agriculture, natural resources, youth development, families, and communities.
University of Florida/IFAS Extension and Santa Rosa County are seeking to fill a permanent-status accruing, full-time Extension Agent position with a self-starting, energetic, team-oriented individual who will also serve as County Extension Director (CED). The educational responsibilities of this agent encompass strong leadership within the agent’s academic specialty to design, implement, and evaluate extension programming to meet the needs of the county’s varied population. This position includes programming with an emphasis on small farms in 1) sustaining and improving farm agricultural profitability and 2) improving farm and land management practices. Your role as an Extension Agent will account for 75% of time in your specific program area. All non-4-H Extension faculty members contribute 5% effort to the 4-H Youth Development program. Your role as CED will account for no more than 20% of your time.
What you will do as an Extension Agent:
- Design, deliver, and evaluate educational programs based on Best Management Practices (BMP) promoting efficiency, sustainability, and environmentally sound principles for Santa Rosa County clientele with an emphasis on small farms and land management.
- Design, deliver, and evaluate innovative educational programs supporting landowners, growers, and producers with small farms in Santa Rosa County.
- Conduct needs-based assessments to assist you in developing programmatic priorities. This includes building an advisory committee who will assist you with program priorities and design to reach your audience.
- Collaborate with peers in Northwest District Program Implementation Teams to plan, teach, and evaluate virtual and face-to-face educational programs to meet clientele needs.
- Create strategies for program enhancement to include fee-based events, sponsorships, and grants and manage all components related to fiscal accountability (policies, records, risk, etc.).
- Promote educational programs and engage with the community through various news media outlets, including TV, radio, and print, raising awareness of Extension's mission and horticultural expertise.
What you will do as a County Extension Director:
- Supervise, mentor, support, and evaluate county faculty members and staff members.
- Manage the business side of the UF/IFAS Extension Santa Rosa County including financial and compliance oversight, policies, and procedures.
- Collaborate closely with county administration to secure essential resources and support for UF/IFAS Extension Santa Rosa County.
- Develop and follow a strategic plan focused on developing, supporting, and directing the vision of the total UF/IFAS Extension Santa Rosa County Extension program and strengthening internal and external relationships.
- Collaborate with Santa Rosa County government, administration, and staff and UF/IFAS Extension faculty, staff, and administration.
- Collaborate with community leaders, government agencies, stakeholders, and media.
- Develop, lead, and sustain an informed overall UF/IFAS Extension Santa Rosa County advisory committee reflective of county demographics.
- Adhere to all University of Florida and Santa Rosa County government policies and procedures and provide leadership to faculty and staff for management of all program components.
- Collaborate with the District Extension Director and CEDs to strengthen outcomes and impacts of UF/IFAS Extension across the Northwest District.
- As requested, assume other responsibilities to benefit the total UF/IFAS Extension program and Santa Rosa County as assigned by the District Extension Director and County Administrator.
What you will bring (required)
- A master’s degree from an accredited college or university in agriculture, agronomy, animal sciences, or plant sciences.
- At least five years of professional Extension experience or equivalent.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- A commitment to excellent customer service.
- Evidence of exceptional leadership, collaboration, and partnerships with diverse audiences, community leaders, agencies, media, and the public.
- Ability to possess or be able to obtain a Florida driver’s license.
- Flexibility with working hours - ability to travel overnight and, based on clientele availability, occasionally work irregular hours including evenings, weekends, and overnight.
- Willingness to reside in Santa Rosa County or a directly adjacent county.
- Candidates must also have a commitment to UF core values.
Northeast District
Central District
Putnam County - East Palatka, FL - Extension Agent I – Rural Community Health (530398)
Closing date: September 20, 2024 at 11:55 PM Eastern Time
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Location
East Palatka, FLOpen Date
February 19, 2024
Deadline
September 20, 2024 at 11:55 PM Eastern TimeThe Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences is creating an environment that affirms community across all dimensions. We particularly welcome applicants who can contribute to such an environment through their scholarship, teaching, mentoring, and professional service. 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 Florida Cooperative Extension Service is a partnership between state, federal, and county governments that provides quality, relevant education, and research-based expertise to foster healthy people, a healthy environment, and a healthy economy. We are the resource that helps educate Floridians to address issues related to agriculture, natural resources, youth development, families, and communities.
University of Florida/IFAS Extension and Putnam County seek to fill a 12-month, permanent status-accruing Rural Community Health Extension Agent position. As the Agent, you will provide direction and leadership to develop, implement, evaluate, and report on a comprehensive health extension program. The focus areas will be human nutrition, healthy lifestyles, and improving individual and community health and well-being. You will empower individuals and families to adopt healthy eating habits and lifestyle behaviors that can prevent or delay the onset of chronic illnesses such as heart disease, hypertension, hyperlipidemia, and diabetes. You will also deliver programs that improve individual and community health outcomes and help navigate pathways for access to appropriate health care for rural and underserved communities in Putnam County.
What you will do:
- Design, teach, evaluate, and report on community-based educational programs focused on human nutrition, healthy lifestyles and preventive care.
- Implement programs and provide services that reflect the varied needs of the community.
- Manage volunteer systems and extend educational efforts through these systems.
- Collaborate with local media outlets to promote and disseminate educational information.
- Establish an advisory committee of citizens and professionals to analyze the County situation, identify priority issues, and assist with program design to reach priority populations.
- Manage financial resources to support extension programs.
- Manage program components including program policies, records, risk management, communication, and educational materials.
- Establish and maintain an effective system for accountability and public information to all relevant individuals, groups, organizations, and agencies.
- Develop and sustain partnerships with community agencies and leaders, businesses, and the general public on nutrition and healthy lifestyles.
- Prioritize programming efforts based on the Florida Department of Health (FDOH) Community Health Assessment for Putnam County and collaborate with the local health department on relevant education and outreach programs.
- Develop effective working relationships with the 4-H Youth Development program.
- Following all University of Florida and Putnam County policies and procedures.
As a University of Florida faculty member, you will work to acquire grants and in-kind support, lead interdisciplinary efforts, develop creative works (presentations, fact sheets, posters, webpage tools), engage in social media platforms for professional outreach, write non-technical educational materials for clientele, and pursue academic excellence in professional associations. You will assume other responsibilities as assigned by the County Extension Director or District Extension Director.
The successful candidate will demonstrate the ability to collaborate with community agencies, governmental entities, and individual community leaders in collaborations and partnerships. You must have the ability and desire to work effectively with culturally, ethnically, and socioeconomically varied audiences. You will create a report of accomplishment (ROA)/plan of work (POW) annually, and you will be expected to attain permanent status and promotion per UF/IFAS guidelines.
What you will bring (required)
- A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in family and consumer sciences, nutrition, dietetics, health & wellness, or a closely related field. We will accept applicants without a bachelor’s degree if the degree is earned by August 2024.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- A commitment to customer service.
- Knowledge and experience in the use and application of information technology.
- Ability to possess (or be able to obtain) a Florida driver’s license.
- Flexibility with working hours; willingness to work irregular hours, including evenings, weekends, and overnight travel.
- Candidates must have a commitment to UF core values.
Southwest District
Southeast District
Miami-Dade County - Homestead, FL - County Extension Director & Extension Agent II - IV (532842)
Closing date: September 29, 2024 at 11:55 PM Eastern Time
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Location
Homestead, FLOpen Date
August 21, 2024
Deadline
September 29, 2024 at 11:55 PM Eastern TimeYou Belong at a University that’s Leading the Way
The University of Florida (UF), the flagship university for the state of Florida, is a land grant institution with core values of unique purpose, excellence, integrity, collaboration and partnership, lifelong learning, responsiveness, innovation, communication, and global reach.
The Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences is creating an environment that affirms community across all dimensions. We particularly welcome applicants who can contribute to such an environment through their scholarship, teaching, mentoring, and professional service. 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
We are looking for candidates with academic and people skills who work well in teams, honor their commitments, and innovate in a rapidly changing world. As a County Extension Director (CED) and Extension Agent, you will work jointly for UF/IFAS Extension and Miami-Dade County Parks, Recreation, and Open Spaces Department. As the CED and Extension agent, you will provide leadership and support for administering and supervising the total extension program within Miami-Dade County. Your guidance will be informed by an advisory committee that addresses the diverse needs of the county's population, aiming to enhance community capacity through effective leadership.
As County Extension Director, the candidate will be able to:
- Lead, supervise, mentor, and evaluate county faculty and staff.
- Work closely with county extension personnel concerning staff relationships, morale,budgets and compensation, professional development, and performance evaluations.
- Foster an inclusive environment and build effective relationships with stakeholders, county government, community leaders, private sector clientele, media, government agencies, county residents, and UF/IFAS faculty, staff, and extension administration.
- Assemble and regularly consult an overall advisory committee reflective of county demographics and stakeholders to ensure that all county extension programs are important and relevant and effectively advocate for community extension.
- Assure that each county faculty member maintains an extension advisory committee in his/her respective subject matter and areas of responsibility.
- Provide strong and positive leadership to faculty to develop and implement educational programs.
- Prepare and defend the annual county budget that supports the Miami-Dade County Extension Service offices and oversee, review, and approve expenditures for the department.
- Demonstrate resourcefulness, creativity, enthusiasm, collaboration, leadership, and innovation to strengthen current educational programs while reviewing and implementing new policies, evaluating performance, maintaining records, assessing risks, communicating, marketing effectively across multi-media platforms, managing financial resources, directing strategic planning, and creating educational materials and opportunities for Miami-Dade County.
- Collaborate with local growers and UF/IFAS Research Center faculty to help design, conduct, and evaluate studies (including demonstration trials) that assess agriculture and natural resources in Miami-Dade County.
What you will bring (required)
- A master’s degree in agriculture, natural resources, family and consumer sciences, community development, educational administration, other behavioral sciences, or a related field.
- Attained Permanent Status, Tenure, or equivalent with at least 5 years of professional extension experience.
- Evidence of administrative leadership, managerial skills, and the ability to work with administrators, faculty, and government personnel.
- Self-starting, energetic, and team-oriented.
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills.
- Resourcefulness, creativity, enthusiasm, and innovativeness.
- Good organizational development and management skills.
- Ability to establish solid partnerships and work in teams.
- Ability to use information technology and apply social media to extension work.
- A commitment to positive and proactive customer service.
- Expertise in managing competing priorities and adaptability to handle unexpected situations.
- Candidates must also have a commitment to UF core values.
St. Lucie County - Ft. Pierce, FL - Extension Agent I or II – Family Consumer Science (532963)
Closing date: September 26, 2024 at 11:55 PM Eastern Time
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Location
Ft. Pierce, FLOpen Date
August 29, 2024
Deadline
September 26, 2024 at 11:55 PM Eastern TimeThe Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences is creating an environment that affirms community across all dimensions. We particularly welcome applicants who can contribute to such an environment through their scholarship, teaching, mentoring, and professional service. 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.
You Belong at a University that’s Leading the Way
The University of Florida (UF), the flagship university for the state of Florida, is a land grant institution with core values of unique purpose, excellence, integrity, collaboration and partnership, lifelong learning, responsiveness, innovation, communication, and global reach.
The Opportunity
This full‐time permanent status accruing Extension Agent will work jointly for UF/IFAS Extension and St. Lucie County. The successful candidate will design, implement, and evaluate community-based education programs that improve financial literacy and help individuals, families, and communities improve their economic well-being. Educational programs may be targeted to help individuals and families manage financial resources or own a home (about 55% of your time). The successful candidate will work with beginning and established cottage food and food entrepreneurs on topics such as starting a food business, food safety, labeling and packaging, regulations, and financial management (about 40% of your time). At least 5% of the candidate's time will be devoted to 4‐H Youth Development. The Family Consumer Science Agent's extension education program will be guided by an advisory committee that incorporates the needs of the county's diverse population.
We are looking for candidates with academic and people skills who work well in teams, honor their commitments, and innovate in a rapidly changing world. The candidate will use an understanding of financial management, quality of life, and community stability to lead an educational program that empowers people to adopt healthy financial behavior, prevent financial stress, and achieve long-term social and economic success. This role provides the opportunity to positively impact the St. Lucie County community in helping to shape future generations.
The candidate will be able to:
- Plan, develop, teach, and evaluate community-based education programs to help people acquire the knowledge and skills to build financial security.
- Promote best practices for food entrepreneurs.
- Promote positive financial practices for limited-resource families.
- Market education programs to reach diverse populations.
- Employ programmatic strategies to ensure the success of diverse populations.
- Build an advisory committee composed of citizens and professionals to assist with program priorities and design.
- Partner with colleagues, community leaders, agencies, and elected officials to create urban/rural community opportunities that enhance the local economic condition.
- Obtain financial resources to support programs and manage all components (e.g., policies, records, risk, communication, and accountability).
- Demonstrate resourcefulness, creativity, enthusiasm, collaboration, leadership, and innovation to strengthen current educational programs while reviewing and implementing new policies, maintaining records, assessing risks, communicating and marketing effectively across multi-media platforms, managing financial resources, and creating educational materials and opportunities for St. Lucie County.
What you will bring (required)
- A bachelor’s degree in family and consumer sciences, business, economics, financial management, or a closely related discipline. We will accept applicants without a bachelor’s degree if the degree will be earned by December 2024.
- Must show significant progress (at least 30% of the requirements) towards completing Accredited Financial Counselor (AFC) certification within 3 years of employment.
- Must become ServSafe® certified prior to teaching food safety and quality education to food entrepreneurs.
- Ability to work with community agencies and groups in collaborations and partnerships.
- Ability to work cooperatively as a leader and team member.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Resourcefulness, creativity, enthusiasm, and innovativeness.
- High-level organizational development and management skills.
- Knowledge and experience in using and applying information technology and communications applications.
- Candidates must also have a commitment to UF core values.