NC State University
County Extension Director, Iredell County
NC State University, Raleigh, North Carolina, United States, 27601
Overview
Posting Number:
PG190783CE Position Number:
SC-00002312-0925 Position Type:
NC Cooperative Extension (EPS) Job City & State:
Statesville, NC Department :
NCCE Iredell County Working Title:
County Extension Director, Iredell County Appointment:
12 Month Recurring Job Type:
Full-Time - Permanent FTE:
1.00 Essential Functions / Primary Duties
The County Extension Director is a member of the faculty of North Carolina State University. The major responsibility is to provide leadership for and coordinate the efforts of the county Extension staff in developing an effective total County Extension educational program. The position requires a dynamic individual to provide visionary leadership for a comprehensive Extension program to meet the needs of all segments of the population. The County Extension Director serves as the County Extension administrative leader with responsibilities for administration, public policy issues, and community/leadership development. The County Extension Director is responsible for maintaining an effective advisory leadership system representative of all program areas. The County Extension Director provides leadership and expertise in coordinating/securing resource development for all program areas. Responsibilities
Ability to work with citizens, staff, customers, elected officials, and volunteers Maintain an effective, collaborative relationship in delivering educational programs by working closely with county government agencies and organizations, county departments, local officials, area agencies, University, and Extension personnel in nearby counties Coordinating staff development and training, conducting performance evaluations, and aligning staff work responsibilities Programming responsibility for subject matter area(s) Ability to plan, organize, and work well with people Organizing and allocating resources Marketing the Extension program Preparing budgets Maintaining administrative relationships Interpreting and communicating policy Teaching, evaluating, and reporting in the assigned county Travel within the district, as well as occasional travel outside the district is required. Qualifications & Experience
Minimum Experience/Education:
The minimum requirements for the County Extension Director are either: (i) Master’s degree from an accredited institution in a field related to Extension/educational programming, administration, organizational leadership, or public administration and a minimum of three years of service with Cooperative Extension or similar work experience; or (ii) Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in a field related to Extension/educational programming, administration, organizational leadership, or public administration and a minimum of ten years of service with Cooperative Extension or similar work experience. A candidate with a Bachelor’s degree and less than ten years of experience must be actively enrolled in an accredited graduate degree program and confer the degree within one year of hire. Administrative and supervisory experience including experience with human resource development, fiscal resource management, and external relations is strongly preferred. Department Required Skills:
Potential candidates should have skills, abilities, or experience in the following areas: leadership in Extension programming and management; supervisory experience; skills in human relations; ability to negotiate; public relations; team building; strong communication skills; managing public policy issues; securing and managing outside funding and resources to develop innovative educational programming Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education:
Preferred candidates should have abilities or experience in agriculture or agribusiness, community and resource development, administration, or appropriate Extension related subject matter Required License or Certification:
Valid Driver’s License and reliable, personal transportation required. Valid North Carolina driver’s license within 60 days of hire and must be maintained Physical Required:
No Anticipated Hiring Range:
Minimum $50,000 commensurate with education and experience Internal Transfer Only:
No Work Information
Job Open Date:
09/12/2025 Work Schedule:
Monday - Friday, 8 AM - 5 PM; evenings and weekends as required Additional Information
EEO:
NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity. Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit. NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
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Posting Number:
PG190783CE Position Number:
SC-00002312-0925 Position Type:
NC Cooperative Extension (EPS) Job City & State:
Statesville, NC Department :
NCCE Iredell County Working Title:
County Extension Director, Iredell County Appointment:
12 Month Recurring Job Type:
Full-Time - Permanent FTE:
1.00 Essential Functions / Primary Duties
The County Extension Director is a member of the faculty of North Carolina State University. The major responsibility is to provide leadership for and coordinate the efforts of the county Extension staff in developing an effective total County Extension educational program. The position requires a dynamic individual to provide visionary leadership for a comprehensive Extension program to meet the needs of all segments of the population. The County Extension Director serves as the County Extension administrative leader with responsibilities for administration, public policy issues, and community/leadership development. The County Extension Director is responsible for maintaining an effective advisory leadership system representative of all program areas. The County Extension Director provides leadership and expertise in coordinating/securing resource development for all program areas. Responsibilities
Ability to work with citizens, staff, customers, elected officials, and volunteers Maintain an effective, collaborative relationship in delivering educational programs by working closely with county government agencies and organizations, county departments, local officials, area agencies, University, and Extension personnel in nearby counties Coordinating staff development and training, conducting performance evaluations, and aligning staff work responsibilities Programming responsibility for subject matter area(s) Ability to plan, organize, and work well with people Organizing and allocating resources Marketing the Extension program Preparing budgets Maintaining administrative relationships Interpreting and communicating policy Teaching, evaluating, and reporting in the assigned county Travel within the district, as well as occasional travel outside the district is required. Qualifications & Experience
Minimum Experience/Education:
The minimum requirements for the County Extension Director are either: (i) Master’s degree from an accredited institution in a field related to Extension/educational programming, administration, organizational leadership, or public administration and a minimum of three years of service with Cooperative Extension or similar work experience; or (ii) Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in a field related to Extension/educational programming, administration, organizational leadership, or public administration and a minimum of ten years of service with Cooperative Extension or similar work experience. A candidate with a Bachelor’s degree and less than ten years of experience must be actively enrolled in an accredited graduate degree program and confer the degree within one year of hire. Administrative and supervisory experience including experience with human resource development, fiscal resource management, and external relations is strongly preferred. Department Required Skills:
Potential candidates should have skills, abilities, or experience in the following areas: leadership in Extension programming and management; supervisory experience; skills in human relations; ability to negotiate; public relations; team building; strong communication skills; managing public policy issues; securing and managing outside funding and resources to develop innovative educational programming Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education:
Preferred candidates should have abilities or experience in agriculture or agribusiness, community and resource development, administration, or appropriate Extension related subject matter Required License or Certification:
Valid Driver’s License and reliable, personal transportation required. Valid North Carolina driver’s license within 60 days of hire and must be maintained Physical Required:
No Anticipated Hiring Range:
Minimum $50,000 commensurate with education and experience Internal Transfer Only:
No Work Information
Job Open Date:
09/12/2025 Work Schedule:
Monday - Friday, 8 AM - 5 PM; evenings and weekends as required Additional Information
EEO:
NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity. Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit. NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
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