North Carolina State University
County Extension Director
North Carolina State University, Raleigh, North Carolina, United States, 27601
Position Overview
Are you looking for a rewarding career that will let you give back to your community? NC State Extension extends research‑based knowledge to all North Carolinians, helping them transform science into everyday solutions that improve their lives and grow our state. We are the model of excellence in non‑formal, research‑based education that advances agriculture, the environment, human health and well‑being, youth and communities, while creating prosperity for all North Carolinians. Working for NC State Extension allows you to teach without being tied to a classroom and school bell. Check out this
video
on what it’s like to work for NC State Extension.
While our employees are located in NC County offices, they reap the benefits of employment at NC State University. Some of our benefits include:
Paid time off
Paid tuition
Health Insurance
Flexible Scheduling
Retirement Savings
Supplemental Benefits Programs
WolfPerks!
You Belong Here! At NC State, our goal is for all employees to reach their fullest potential at work. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our
Employee Value Proposition
(
https://news.hr.ncsu.edu/you-belong-here/
) and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone.
About Dare County Dare County is located in northeastern North Carolina along the Atlantic seaboard. Dare County stretches along almost 110 miles of shoreline known as the Outer Banks. The County seat at Manteo is approximately 200 miles east of Raleigh, the State capitol, and 90 miles south of Virginia Beach‑Norfolk, Virginia, metropolitan area. The County contains much of what is known as North Carolina’s “Outer Banks” resort and vacation areas and contains approximately two‑thirds of the North Carolina coastline. Six municipalities are located within the county: Duck, Kill Devil Hills, Kitty Hawk, Manteo, Nags Head and Southern Shores. Dare County has a permanent population of approximately 37,000 residents.
For more information about Dare County visit
https://www.darenc.gov/ . To learn more about the NCCE Dare County Center go to
https://dare.ces.ncsu.edu/ .
Duties and Responsibilities
Provide visionary leadership for a comprehensive Extension program to meet the needs of all segments of the population.
Serve as the County Extension administrative leader with responsibilities for administration, public policy issues, and community/leadership development.
Maintain an effective advisory leadership system representative of all program areas.
Coordinate and secure resource development for all program areas, including marketing, budget preparation, and funding acquisition.
Maintain strong, collaborative relationships with county government, agencies, schools, local officials, area agencies, and university extensions.
Oversee staff development, training, evaluations, and alignment of work responsibilities.
Organize and allocate resources, prepare budgets, maintain administrative relationships, interpret and communicate policy, teach, evaluate, and report in the county.
Travel within the district and occasiona-ly outside the district as required.
Supervisory Number of Permanent Employees supervised: 4. Percent of Time Spent: 50% administrative, 50% in one of the following program areas: 4‑H Youth Development, Agriculture, or Family and Consumer Sciences.
Minimum Experience / Education The minimum requirements for the County Extension Director are either:
(i) A 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 3 years of service with Cooperative Extension or similar work experience; or
(ii) A 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 10 years of service with Cooperative Extension or similar work experience. A candidate applying with a Bachelor’s degree and less than 10 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 human resource development, fiscal resource management, and external relations is strongly preferred.
Department Required Skills The position requires exceptional communication, managerial, and leadership skills. Excellent public relations skills and the ability to connect local program needs with N.C. State University’s mission are required. The successful candidate must have demonstrated the ability to plan, organize, and work well with people. The CED must maintain effective collaborative relationships with county government agencies and organizations, county departments, local officials, area agencies, NC State University, and Extension personnel in nearby counties.
Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education Agriculture, Family & Consumer Science or 4‑H Youth Development background preferred but not required.
Candidates should have abilities or experience in at least one of the following areas: agriculture or horticulture, community and resource development, administration, or appropriate Extension related subject matter; demonstrated leadership in Extension programming and volunteer management; supervisory experience and skills in human relations, negotiations, public relations, and team building; managing public policy issues; and securing and managing outside funding and resources to develop innovative educational programming; and the ability to work with people, staff, customers, elected officials, and volunteers.
Required License or Certification
Valid driver’s license and reliable, personal transportation required.
Valid North Carolina driver’s license must be obtained within 60 days of hire and maintained.
Recruitment Anticipated Hiring Range: $50,000 minimum commensurate with experience. Job Open Date: 01/07/2026.
EEO NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability‑related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919‑515‑3148 to speak with a representative at the Office of Institutional Equity and Diversity. If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515‑2135 or
workatncstate@ncsu.edu . 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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video
on what it’s like to work for NC State Extension.
While our employees are located in NC County offices, they reap the benefits of employment at NC State University. Some of our benefits include:
Paid time off
Paid tuition
Health Insurance
Flexible Scheduling
Retirement Savings
Supplemental Benefits Programs
WolfPerks!
You Belong Here! At NC State, our goal is for all employees to reach their fullest potential at work. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our
Employee Value Proposition
(
https://news.hr.ncsu.edu/you-belong-here/
) and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone.
About Dare County Dare County is located in northeastern North Carolina along the Atlantic seaboard. Dare County stretches along almost 110 miles of shoreline known as the Outer Banks. The County seat at Manteo is approximately 200 miles east of Raleigh, the State capitol, and 90 miles south of Virginia Beach‑Norfolk, Virginia, metropolitan area. The County contains much of what is known as North Carolina’s “Outer Banks” resort and vacation areas and contains approximately two‑thirds of the North Carolina coastline. Six municipalities are located within the county: Duck, Kill Devil Hills, Kitty Hawk, Manteo, Nags Head and Southern Shores. Dare County has a permanent population of approximately 37,000 residents.
For more information about Dare County visit
https://www.darenc.gov/ . To learn more about the NCCE Dare County Center go to
https://dare.ces.ncsu.edu/ .
Duties and Responsibilities
Provide visionary leadership for a comprehensive Extension program to meet the needs of all segments of the population.
Serve as the County Extension administrative leader with responsibilities for administration, public policy issues, and community/leadership development.
Maintain an effective advisory leadership system representative of all program areas.
Coordinate and secure resource development for all program areas, including marketing, budget preparation, and funding acquisition.
Maintain strong, collaborative relationships with county government, agencies, schools, local officials, area agencies, and university extensions.
Oversee staff development, training, evaluations, and alignment of work responsibilities.
Organize and allocate resources, prepare budgets, maintain administrative relationships, interpret and communicate policy, teach, evaluate, and report in the county.
Travel within the district and occasiona-ly outside the district as required.
Supervisory Number of Permanent Employees supervised: 4. Percent of Time Spent: 50% administrative, 50% in one of the following program areas: 4‑H Youth Development, Agriculture, or Family and Consumer Sciences.
Minimum Experience / Education The minimum requirements for the County Extension Director are either:
(i) A 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 3 years of service with Cooperative Extension or similar work experience; or
(ii) A 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 10 years of service with Cooperative Extension or similar work experience. A candidate applying with a Bachelor’s degree and less than 10 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 human resource development, fiscal resource management, and external relations is strongly preferred.
Department Required Skills The position requires exceptional communication, managerial, and leadership skills. Excellent public relations skills and the ability to connect local program needs with N.C. State University’s mission are required. The successful candidate must have demonstrated the ability to plan, organize, and work well with people. The CED must maintain effective collaborative relationships with county government agencies and organizations, county departments, local officials, area agencies, NC State University, and Extension personnel in nearby counties.
Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education Agriculture, Family & Consumer Science or 4‑H Youth Development background preferred but not required.
Candidates should have abilities or experience in at least one of the following areas: agriculture or horticulture, community and resource development, administration, or appropriate Extension related subject matter; demonstrated leadership in Extension programming and volunteer management; supervisory experience and skills in human relations, negotiations, public relations, and team building; managing public policy issues; and securing and managing outside funding and resources to develop innovative educational programming; and the ability to work with people, staff, customers, elected officials, and volunteers.
Required License or Certification
Valid driver’s license and reliable, personal transportation required.
Valid North Carolina driver’s license must be obtained within 60 days of hire and maintained.
Recruitment Anticipated Hiring Range: $50,000 minimum commensurate with experience. Job Open Date: 01/07/2026.
EEO NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability‑related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919‑515‑3148 to speak with a representative at the Office of Institutional Equity and Diversity. If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515‑2135 or
workatncstate@ncsu.edu . 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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