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Position X2441: Extension Agent, Williamson County. This position is funded jointly by UT Extension and Williamson County.. Williamson County Government funds 47% of the position salary and benefits costs.. Meet with, advise and train leaders of organized Family and Consumer Sciences groups, including Family and Community Education Clubs.. 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.

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Position X2441: Extension Agent, Williamson County Program Area: Family & Consumer Sciences Clientele Served: Adult Headquarters: Franklin, TN Screening of applicants’ credentials will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Date Issued: 04/25/2024 Effective Date: 07/01/2024 SALARY Commensurate with training and experience. This position is funded jointly by UT Extension and Williamson County. Williamson County Government funds 47% 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. Job Extension Service Professional Primary Location US-Tennessee-Franklin Organization Williamson County Schedule Full-time Campus/Institute Institute of Agriculture Job Posting Apr 25, 2024, 10:08:02 AM Responsibilities <ul><li> Plan, execute and evaluate adult Family and Consumer Sciences educational programs. </li><li> Secure and train volunteer leaders and serve as an educational resource for the Family and Consumer Sciences programs within the county. </li><li> Meet with, advise and train leaders of organized Family and Consumer Sciences groups, including Family and Community Education Clubs. </li><li> Responsible to the County Extension Director and must keep current on the latest research information in Family and Consumer Sciences. </li><li> 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. </li><li> Assume other duties as assigned. </li></ul>Requirements <ul><li> 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. </li><li> 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. </li><li> 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. </li></ul>Please apply online by clicking this link: Apply for Extension Educator Positions UT ExtensionPhone:(865) 974-7245 212 D Morgan HallFax:(865) 974-0882 Knoxville TN 37996-4525 E-mail: UTExtensionPersonnel@utk.edu Web Site: http://utextension.tennessee.edu

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