Extension Agent for Family and Consumer Sciences in Martin County

Compensation

$

Hours Per Week

40

Number Of Positions

1

Job Description

University of Kentucky

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.

Posting Details

Posting Details

Job Title Extension Agent for Family and Consumer Sciences in Martin County

Requisition Number RE54428

Working Title

Department Name 81E06: KCES Region East Area 06

Work Location Inez, KY

Grade Level 00

Salary Range

Type of Position Staff

Position Time Status Full-Time

Required Education

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Required Related Experience

Required License/Registration/Certification

Physical Requirements

Job-related travel including overnight stays; visiting clientele at sites throughout the county (including farms); standing/walking for long periods; handling of average-weight objects up to 25 lbs.

Shift

Monday-Friday (8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.) with evenings and weekends as needed. Most weeks will exceed 40 hours.

Job Summary

Extension Agent for Family and Consumer Sciences in Martin County.

Location: Inez, KY

The Extension Agent for Family and Consumer Sciences will:

develop, implement, and evaluate a plan of work based on locally identified needs which will lead to improved quality of living for families & individuals

plan and implement educational programs which focus on:

making healthy choices

nurturing families

embracing life as you age

securing financial stability

promoting healthy homes and communities

accessing nutritious food

empowering community leaders

develop expertise and serve as a resource in family and consumer sciences programming areas, including:

food and nutrition

family resource management

human development and family relations

health, safety, and wellness

leadership development

clothing and textiles

housing and the environment

home based and micro business

implement educational programs which strengthen families and individuals

develop and implement leadership programs such as Kentucky Extension Homemakers, resulting in the development of personal and organizational leadership skills

All agents in a county will support the dissemination of useful and practical information on subjects relating to Agriculture, Family Consumer Sciences, 4-H and Community and Rural Development as outlined in the KRS statues 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 stating the employee is clear to hire based on no findings of substantiated child abuse or neglect found through a background check of child abuse and neglect records as a condition of employment or involvement in this program.

Resume, cover letter and transcripts are required at time of application.

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Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Demonstrated ability to communicate orally and in writing with groups and individuals and through mass media. Ability to use the computer for program delivery and management. Ability to visit clientele at sites throughout the county. Ability to plan and teach educational programs. Demonstrated leadership and ability to serve as a positive role model.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No

Preferred Education/Experience

Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s Degree in the field of Family & Consumer Sciences such as: Family & Consumer Sciences Education; Family Sciences; Family Studies; Child and Family Studies; Early Childhood Education; Child Development; Dietetics; Nutrition or Human Nutrition; Community Food Services; Food Science; Merchandising, Apparel and Textiles; Hospitality, Management and Tourism; Retailing and Tourism Management; Community & Leadership Development; Consumer Economics and Family Financial Counseling; Health Promotions; Health, Society & Populations; Health Communications; Leadership for Community Education & Human Learning; Social Work; Marriage & Family Therapy; Human Health Sciences; Public Health; Health & Human Performance / Health Studies; or Nursing.

Deadline to Apply 06/05/2026

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Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• Were you previously a UK Cooperative Extension summer intern?

Yes

No

• Do you or a family member serve as a member on any county Extension District Board in Kentucky? If yes, please state the family member’s name and the county for which either you or this individual serves as a member of the Extension District Board.

(Open Ended Question)

• Do you have a bachelor's degree or expect to graduate within 6 months?

yes

no

• What is your undergraduate GPA? Note: If you will receive your degree within 6 months, indicate your current GPA. If you have already completed a Master’s Degree please indicate that instead of your undergraduate GPA.

Completed Master's

3.0-4.0

2.75-2.99

Below 2.75

• How many years of experience (paid or unpaid) do you have working in an FCS-related field?

None

More than 0, through 1 year

More than 1 year, through 3 years

More than 3 years, through 5 years

More than 5 years

• Do you have a valid driver’s license and are you able to drive?

Yes

No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

Resume

Cover Letter

Academic Transcript

Optional Documents

Apply Here:

PI284617974

Job Type

Full time

Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

13563

Application Link