Agriculture Extension Specialist at University of Kentucky – Lexington, Kentucky

University of Kentucky

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

Posting Details Posting Details Job TitleAgriculture Extension SpecialistRequisition NumberRE52872Working TitleWild Game Utilization Extension SpecialistDepartment Name81090:Forestry and Natural ResourcesWork LocationLexington, KYGrade Level46Salary Range$52,021-85,800/yearType of PositionStaffPosition Time Status Full-TimeRequired Education

MS

Click here for more information about equivalencies:https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalenciesRequired Related Experience

3 yrs

Required License/Registration/CertificationNonePhysical RequirementsSome walking/hiking; sitting for extended periods of time; some lifting/carrying items up to 25 lbs.ShiftMonday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm, with some evenings and weekends.Job SummaryThe Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment, Department of Forestry and Natural Resources, seeks an Agriculture Extension Specialist. This position will assist in Forestry and Natural Resources Extension activities including, but not limited to:Conducting game processing and cooking while supporting additional programming relating to hunter or fishing recruitment, and shooting sports all of which are aimed at engaging and recruiting the public in these activities; collecting attendee information and interpreting the information to better align resources; preparation of education materials, aid in grant reporting requirements; oversight and coordination of activities with collaborators including Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources and associated non-government organizations; providing support to others working on aligned projects including Cook Wild KY; and performing related tasks as they arise.The Extension Specialist will participate in extension and outreach activities and participate in professional development activities, as well as attend relevant and agreed-upon scientific and outreach conferences. This is a grant-funded, three-year position renewed annually.Skills / Knowledge / AbilitiesDoes this position have supervisory responsibilities? YesPreferred Education/ExperienceDeadline to Apply01/29/2026Our University CommunityWe 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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