Extension Assistant Horticulture
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY
Full-time
Education
Posted on June 20, 2025
| Job Title | Extension Assistant for Horticulture - Fayette County |
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| Requisition Number | RE50542 |
| Working Title | |
| Department Name | 81C02: KCES Region Central Area 02 |
| Work Location | Lexington, KY |
| Grade Level | 00 |
| Salary Range | |
| Type of Position | Staff |
| Position Time Status | Full-Time |
| Required Education |
No set minimum requirements.
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| Click here for more information about equivalencies: | https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies |
| Required Related Experience |
No set minimum requirements.
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| Required License/Registration/Certification |
Driver’s License required
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| 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.
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| Shift |
Monday-Friday (8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.); occasional nights, weekends or holidays may be required
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| Job Summary |
Extension Assistant for Horticulture – Fayette County
Location: Lexington, KY As an Extension Assistant, you will be responsible for providing administrative support to the Horticulture program area and the Horticulture County Agent. 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:
Under the supervision of the Extension Agent(s), the Extension Assistant will assist in:
State law requires a national and state criminal background 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 background check of child abuse and neglect records as a condition of employment or involvement in this program. Salary Range: $20-$22. |
| Skills / Knowledge / Abilities |
Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Access, Publisher, Office 365, Teams, Skype for Business; Zoom; Quickbooks
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| 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.
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| Deadline to Apply | 06/26/2025 |
| Our University Community |
We 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.
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 background 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)
- * Do you have a valid driver’s license and are you able to drive?
- Yes
- No
- * Where did you first see this position advertised?
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Applicant Documents
Required DocumentsOptional Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
