Lead Strategic Extension Programming to Advance Kentucky’s Water, Climate, and Sustainability Priorities The University of Kentucky is seeking an Agriculture Extension Specialist Senior to join the Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment. This position provides leadership and coordination for the Bill Gatton Foundation Integrated Water, Climate, and Sustainability Initiative by aligning Extension, research, stakeholder engagement, and partnership activities across multiple focus areas. The role serves as a key connector among faculty, staff, Extension professionals, students, and external partners while leading the development of stakeholder-focused educational resources and outreach efforts that address Kentucky’s evolving water, climate, and sustainability challenges.

● Doctoral degree ● 3 years of related experience ● Valid driver’s license ● Expertise in water, climate, and sustainability topics and their application to Extension education and outreach. ● Strong program management, strategic planning, and project coordination skills. ● Ability to translate scientific knowledge into accessible educational resources and communication products. ● Experience building partnerships and working collaboratively across disciplines, organizations, and stakeholder groups. ● Strong facilitation, stakeholder engagement, and consensus-building abilities. ● Excellent organizational, communication, budget administration, and reporting skills.