Extension Agent II–IV or Program Extension Agent II–IV and County Extension Director

About the role

This 12-month permanent or non-permanent status accruing position serves as both an Extension Agent or Program Extension Agent and County Extension Director, providing leadership and administrative oversight for UF IFAS Extension Alachua County while delivering research-based educational programming aligned with local needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide overall leadership and direction for all UF IFAS Extension programs and operations within Alachua County
• Lead strategic planning, needs assessment, and program accountability to ensure alignment with county priorities and UF IFAS Extension goals
• Serve as the primary liaison to county officials, advisory committees, and community stakeholders
• Ensure compliance with university policies, fiscal requirements, civil rights compliance expectations, and reporting standards
• Develop, implement, and evaluate educational programs in a relevant subject-matter area aligned with county needs
• Maintain active stakeholder advisory structures to guide program development and ensure community relevance
• Translate applied research into practical applications that produce measurable outcomes
• Contribute to statewide Extension initiatives and collaborate with specialists and agents across Florida
• Support 4-H Youth Development programming through collaboration and integration, as appropriate

Requirements

• A master’s degree in a relevant discipline appropriate to the level of appointment (such as agriculture, natural resources, community development, public administration, or a closely related field)
• For County Extension Director appointment, applicants must hold Extension Agent II or equivalent or Program Extension Agent II or equivalent at minimum
• Demonstrated ability to effectively collaborate with local government, community organizations, and stakeholders
• Prominent experience in program development, implementation, evaluation, and reporting
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a statewide Extension system
• Commitment to the University of Florida core values

Qualifications

• Demonstrated success in leadership roles, including supervision, mentoring, and team development
• Experience managing organizational operations, including budgeting, facilities oversight, and compliance
• Strong record of translating research into practical community applications with measurable results
• Demonstrated effectiveness in stakeholder engagement, facilitation, and consensus-building
• Experience working within county-based or multi-unit Extension systems