Job Information
University of Kentucky Extension Assistant for Horticulture - Campbell County in Lexington, Kentucky
University of Kentucky
Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.
Posting Details
Posting Details
| Job Title | Extension Assistant for Horticulture - Campbell County |
|---|---|
| Requisition Number | RE45766 |
| Working Title | |
| Department Name | 81C08: KCES Region Central Area 08 |
| Work Location | Highland Heights, KY |
| Grade Level | 00 |
| Salary Range | |
| Type of Position | Staff |
| Position Time Status | Full-Time |
| Required Education | No set minimum requirements. |
| Click here for more information about equivalencies: | https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies |
| Required Related Experience | No set minimum requirements. |
| Required License/Registration/Certification | None |
| Physical Requirements | Job-related travel; visiting clientele at sites throughout the county (including farms); sitting/standing/walking for long periods; handling of average-weight objects up to 50 lbs. |
| Shift | Monday-Friday (8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.); occasional nights, weekends or holidays may be required |
| Job Summary | Extension Assistant for Horticulture - Campbell County Location: Highland Heights, KY As an Extension Assistant, you will be responsible for providing administrative support to the Agriculture and Natural Resources and Horticulture program areas and the Agriculture and Natural Resources and Horticulture County Agents. You will report to the County Horticulture Extension Agent and there will be a high level of interaction with the general public. The Extension Assistant will be expected to be knowledgeable of the philosophy, goals and objectives, policies and, procedures of the Cooperative Extension Service. General duties include program support, teaching, recruitment & marketing, and record keeping while conducting yourself in a professional manner. Under the supervision of the Extension Agent(s), the Extension Assistant will assist in:
State law requires a national and state criminal 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 check of child abuse and neglect records as a condition of employment or involvement in this program. Salary Range: $18.00 - $20.00 |
| Skills / Knowledge / Abilities | Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Access, Publisher, Office 365, Teams, Skype for Business; Zoom; Quickbooks |
| Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? | No |
| Preferred Education/Experience | Education or previous experience in horticulture and previous experience working in an administrative support role |
| Deadline to Apply | 06/27/2024 |
| University Community of Inclusion | The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all - identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place 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. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities. 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 check and/or drug screen. |
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk ().
- Do you have a family member who serves 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 this individual serves as a member of the Extension District Board.
(Open Ended Question)
- * Where did you first see this position advertised other than on UK’s online employment system?
- InsideHigherEd.com
- HigherEdJobs.com
- Diverseeducation.com (Diverse issues in Higher Education)
- HERCjobs.org (Higher Education Recruitment Consortium)
- InsightIntoDiversity.com
- Latinosinhighered.com
- Indeed.com
- Journal of Extension
- Handshake
- Social Media - Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, etc.
- Received an email about the posting
- Career Fair
- MANRRS or Junior MANRRS
- Local newspaper advertisement
- An employee, colleague, friend and/or family member
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
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