UF/IFAS Extension Agent Opportunities for April 22, 2024
IFAS Human Resources has now created an opportunity for you to view, at a glance, currently posted IFAS Extension Agent positions. Please click on the link for further details. These positions are accepting applications as of the date of this posting.
Flagler County
Extension Agent I or II – 4-H Youth Development
Requisition # 531267 – Application deadline: May 10, 2024
As an Extension Agent, you will work jointly for the University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) Extension and Flagler County, a growing area in east central Florida. We are looking for a positive youth development professional who is a self-starter, energetic, and team-oriented. The 4-H Youth Development Agent focuses on 1) volunteer development and 2) positive youth development through collaboration with 4-H volunteers, 4-H Extension colleagues, and Extension colleagues in the other Extension program areas.
A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in youth development, agriculture education, education, community development/sociology, non-profit leadership, agriculture, or a closely related field is required. We will accept applicants without a bachelor’s degree if the degree will be earned by May 2024.
Hillsborough County
Extension Agent I – III – Urban Forestry
Requisition # 530957 – Application deadline: May 13, 2024
The candidate will conduct a comprehensive Urban Forestry education program and outreach for the county’s population. Also, at least 5% of the candidate’s time will be devoted to 4-H Youth Development, emphasizing forestry and natural resources. The candidate will provide teaching for and management of Hillsborough County urban forestry extension programs.
A Bachelor of Science degree in Forestry or closely related field is required.
Multi-county
Extension Agent II – IV – Citrus
Requisition # 529216 – Application deadline: April 22, 2024
There are approximately 108,000 acres of citrus in the Florida production area of Hardee, Desoto and Manatee counties. The successful citrus multi-county extension agent will develop, implement, evaluate, promote, and report on comprehensive educational programs to help producers and landowners more effectively interpret and use findings of current science and technology. This agent will be expected to teach the most effective strategies of citrus to deal with Integrated Pest Management (IPM), Best Management Practices (BMPs) to protect water quality, water management, horticultural and economic and other advisory committee related topics.
This position requires a master’s degree with a strong academic background in plant science, horticultural science, crop science, entomology, plant pathology, soil and water science, agricultural and biological engineering, or a closely related field.
St. Lucie County
Extension Agent I or II – Family Consumer Science
Requisition # 531249 – Application deadline: May 16, 2024
We are looking for candidates with academic and people skills who work well in teams, honor their commitments, and innovate in a rapidly changing world. The candidate will use an understanding of healthy lifestyles, financial management, and quality of life to lead an educational program that empowers people to adopt healthy behaviors, reduce financial stress, and achieve long-term social and economic success. This role provides the opportunity to positively impact the St. Lucie County community in helping to shape future generations.
A bachelor’s degree in family and consumer sciences, health, or a closely related discipline is required. We will accept applicants without a bachelor’s degree if the degree will be earned by May 2024.
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