Extension Agent, Giles County, Family & Consumer ...
University of Tennessee System - Pulaski, TN
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Position X2464: Extension Agent, Giles County Program Area: Family & Consumer Sciences Clientele Served: Adult Headquarters: Pulaski, TN Screening of applicants' credentials will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Date Issued: 10/06/2024 Effective Date: 01/01/2025 SALARY Commensurate with training and experience. This position is funded jointly by UT Extension and Giles County. Giles County Government funds 28% of the position salary and benefits costs. BENEFITS Group hospitalization and life insurance; State Retirement; Workers' Compensation; sick and annual leave; numerous University of Tennessee and state benefits programs, including liberal time off for holidays, and longevity pay after three years of service; reimbursement for official travel. RESPONSIBILITIES: * Plan, execute and evaluate adult Family and Consumer Sciences educational programs. * Secure and train volunteer leaders and serve as an educational resource for the Family and Consumer Sciences programs within the county. * Meet with, advise and train leaders of organized Family and Consumer Sciences groups, including Family and Community Education Clubs. * Responsible to the County Extension Director and must keep current on the latest research information in Family and Consumer Sciences. * Provide leadership for a program of activities that meets the needs of all eligible clientele regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, religion or veteran status. * Assume other duties as assigned. REQUIREMENTS: * Bachelor's degree in Family and Consumer Sciences and/or majoring in nutrition, culinary arts, child and family studies, consumer economics, human ecology, community health, or a closely related major. * Applicants must have either a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.7 on a 4.0 point scale, a minimum of 3.0 during their senior year of undergraduate study, or must have earned a Master's degree. Preference will be given to applicants with a MS Degree, and/or work experience in a related field. Applicants graduating prior to position start date are welcome to apply. * A complete application package will include a 1) letter of interest, 2) a resume or curriculum vitae, 3) and official or unofficial transcripts showing degree(s) conferred. Please apply online by clicking this link: Apply for Extension Educator Positions UT Extension Phone: (865) 974-7245 212 D Morgan Hall Fax: (865) 974-0882 Knoxville TN 37996-4525 E-mail: Web Site:
Created: 2024-10-11