Extension County Director - Mercer County

Extension County Director – Mercer County Job Summary The Extension County Director will provide leadership for all aspects of the Cooperative Extension Service in Harrodsburg, KY, including programming, staff oversight and community engagement. Responsibilities Oversee and ensure the quality of educational programming throughout the county and guarantee completion of the county Plan of Work. Serve as the primary contact and manage the relationship with the District Board and County Extension Council, coordinating regular meetings and working with committees and agents to ensure broad local membership. Ensure accountability throughout the County Extension service while maintaining positive public relations. Supervise and/or oversee agents and county office staff. Develop strong intra‑office and intra‑county relationships and foster teamwork and collaboration across program areas, staff, and county partnerships. Respond to county and Extension issues in a timely manner. Ensure all clientele are served in accordance with program objectives. Qualifications Supervisor or leadership experience. Master’s Degree, or equivalent, plus a minimum of 4 years of experience with the Cooperative Extension Service. Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel throughout the county, including overnight stays. Required Skills / Knowledge / Abilities Supervision and leadership experience; strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills. Salary Range $68,565.00 – $88,565.00 Benefits and Compliance All staff in a county support the dissemination of practical information on Agriculture, Family Consumer Sciences, 4‑H, and Community and Rural Development as outlined in Kentucky statutes 164.605 to 164.675. State law requires a national and state criminal background check and a letter from the Cabinet for Health and Family Services confirming no substantiated child abuse or neglect findings. The University follows federal and state nondiscrimination laws and provides equal opportunities for qualified persons. #J-18808-Ljbffr