Southern Regional Extension Director

The Southern Regional Extension Director provides overall administrative leadership for program, personnel, and budget, working with local unit boards/districts and agents in Southern Kansas.

Responsibilities include;

• Developing close working relationships with elected extension boards in the hiring, supervising, evaluating, and supporting of extension faculty and staff at the local level.
• Providing leadership to the planning, development, implementation, assessment, and evaluation of extension educational programming for the Southern Region.
• As a representative of the Director, and in cooperation with local extension boards and county commissions, this position will develop budgets ensuring compliance with Kansas Extension Council and District laws. They provide administrative leadership to the following units: Pawnee County, Reno County, Harvey County, Butler County, Sedgwick County, Cowley County, Sumner County, Harper County, Kingman County, Barber County, Pratt County, Comanche County, Kiowa County, Clark County, Ford County, 21 Central District.
• Supporting professional development and personal growth of the faculty and staff in the delivery of high-quality, relevant, and effective extension educational programming.

K-State Research and Extension improves Kansans' lives, livelihoods and communities through education, research, engagement and leadership. With scientists, educators and volunteers in each of the state's 105 counties, our professionals strive to make the university's research and scientific accomplishments accessible and relevant to every household. To learn more, https://www.ksre.k-state.edu/.

This position is eligible for a remote worksite. Employee must reside in the State of Kansas and be able to travel routinely to the local units they support.

Remote work agreements are required for all flexible work arrangements and are subject to review. Review K-State's remote work policy details for more information.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master's degree and five years of relevant experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated leadership skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, the ability to resolve conflict, and the ability to work effectively in team settings.
• Passion for the delivery of high-quality Extension educational programs with a focus on the constituents.
• Academic training or successful professional experience in administration, budgeting, personnel supervision, program development, and program evaluation.
• County Extension or Extension District administrative experience.
• Demonstrated excellence in innovative extension educational program delivery methods and use of technology.
• Experience with K-State Research and Extension.

Other Requirements:

• Valid driver's license and ability to travel across the State of Kansas on a regular basis.

Sponsorship eligibility:

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship.

Please submit the following documents:

1. Letter of interest
2. Resume or Curriculum Vitae
3. Names, emails, and phone numbers for three professional references.

Questions may be directed to Amy Sollock, search chair.

Immediately and continues until position is filled. For best consideration, apply by June 6, 2025.

$96,000 - $145,000