University of Kentucky
Agriculture Extension Associate Senior
University of Kentucky, Lexington, Kentucky, us, 40598
Job Title:
Agriculture Extension Associate Senior
Requisition Number:
RE51924
Working Title:
Senior Extension Associate – Polk Dalton
Department Name:
81330:FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCES
Work Location:
Lexington, KY
Grade Level:
44
Salary Range:
$43,805-70,075/year
Type of Position:
Staff
Position Time Status :
Full-Time
Required Education:
MS
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https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
Required Related Experience:
No experience required.
Required License/Registration/Certification:
None
Physical Requirements:
This position requires occasional lifting, pushing or pulling of objects up to 50 pounds, and loading and/or unloading supplies and materials onto carts.
Shift:
Primarily Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., some weekends and evening activities may be required as needed.
Job Summary:
The University of Kentucky Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment is seeking a Senior Extension Associate to join our Family and Consumer Sciences Extension program as an embedded Extension educator at the University of Kentucky Polk Dalton Clinic. This role involves engaging clients in nutrition education programming, establishing strategic partnerships, and conducting program evaluations to ensure effectiveness. The successful candidate will work to enhance community health through targeted nutrition education initiatives. A Registered Dietitian (RD) credential is preferred. This position is soft-funded.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No
Preferred Education/Experience:
Master’s degree and 3 years of experience preferred.
Registered Dietitian (RD) credential preferred
Driver’s License preferred
Deadline to Apply:
10/26/2025
Our University Community:
We value the well‑being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus. The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status. Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre‑employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
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Agriculture Extension Associate Senior
Requisition Number:
RE51924
Working Title:
Senior Extension Associate – Polk Dalton
Department Name:
81330:FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCES
Work Location:
Lexington, KY
Grade Level:
44
Salary Range:
$43,805-70,075/year
Type of Position:
Staff
Position Time Status :
Full-Time
Required Education:
MS
Click here for more information about equivalencies::
https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
Required Related Experience:
No experience required.
Required License/Registration/Certification:
None
Physical Requirements:
This position requires occasional lifting, pushing or pulling of objects up to 50 pounds, and loading and/or unloading supplies and materials onto carts.
Shift:
Primarily Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., some weekends and evening activities may be required as needed.
Job Summary:
The University of Kentucky Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment is seeking a Senior Extension Associate to join our Family and Consumer Sciences Extension program as an embedded Extension educator at the University of Kentucky Polk Dalton Clinic. This role involves engaging clients in nutrition education programming, establishing strategic partnerships, and conducting program evaluations to ensure effectiveness. The successful candidate will work to enhance community health through targeted nutrition education initiatives. A Registered Dietitian (RD) credential is preferred. This position is soft-funded.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No
Preferred Education/Experience:
Master’s degree and 3 years of experience preferred.
Registered Dietitian (RD) credential preferred
Driver’s License preferred
Deadline to Apply:
10/26/2025
Our University Community:
We value the well‑being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus. The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status. Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre‑employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
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