Extension Area Specialist – Floriculture

Posting DetailsPosition InformationPosition Title Extension Area Specialist – FloricultureDivision College of AgricultureDepartment Extension ServicesNumber of hours per week 37.5Days to be worked Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, FridayMonths per year Fiscal (12 months)If modified, list monthsJob Type Full-TimeCampus Main CampusIf other location, please indicate Rutherford County Extension OfficePosition Number 120600Advertised Salary Commensurate with education and experiencePay Basis MonthlyJob DescriptionTennessee State University Office of Extension Services invites applications for the role of Extension Area Specialist – Floriculture – Central Region.This position is based in the Rutherford County Extension office, in Murfreesboro,Tennessee and will focus on stakeholders in the Central Region of Tennessee. Dailysupervision will be provided by the County Director with administrative and programmingmatters led by the Regional Director and TSU ANR Program Leader.Duties Include Plan, implement, and evaluate educational programs that include productionmanagement, marketing, and financial plan for cut flower growers Implement demonstration and/or variety trial plots Develop and implement the Master Floral Design Program (upon completion oftraining) Provide in-service trainings to agents Assist Central Region Master Gardener Programs related to floriculture Assist 4-H agents with 4-H floriculture and design judging programs Work with extension agents and researchers regarding new developments and trendsin the cut flower production industry. Develop a network of farmers through a regular newsletter and other marketingmethods Assume other duties as necessary due to vacancies or as assigned by the ProgramLeader or TSU Associate Dean of ExtensionMinimum QualificationsA master’s degree in Agronomy, Horticulture, Floriculture or related field. Experience in Extension, teaching or working in a position involving commercial or home horticulture is preferred. Basic knowledge and understanding of Extension program planning,implementation and evaluation; strong interpersonal skills; ability to work with teams, communicate effectively and market extension programs are desirable.Special Instructions to ApplicantsEmployment is contingent upon successfully completing a criminal background check as mandated by Tennessee State University.Official transcripts for positions which require a post-secondary undergraduate degree, advanced degree and/or certification must be presented upon hire.An unofficial transcript may be attached in the “Transcript” section.You will be required to provide names and contact information for three references during your application to the posting. If you are the recommended candidate for the position, our online hiring system will automatically generate solicitation for these letters using contact information you provided.Open Date 05/15/2026Close Date 06/14/2026Job Category Administrative/ProfessionalRequisition NumberBenefitsTennessee State University offers eligible employees a competitive benefits package that includes annual leave (vacation), sick leave, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement, flexible benefits plans and more.Quick Link https://jobs.tnstate.edu/postings/10488Reference LetterReferencesRequiredMinimum References Required 2Recommendation Deadline