Institution Name :

Division of Agriculture of the University of Arkansas

The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture is a state wide campus, with faculty based on University campuses, at Research and Extension Centers and in every Arkansas county.

It consists of the Arkansas Agricultural Experiment Station (AES) and the Arkansas Cooperative Extension Service (CES), and is home to more than 1400 employees.

The Division was established in 1959 and is headed by the Vice-President for Agriculture. The Division headquarters is located in Little Rock with the rest of the University of Arkansas System Administration.

As an employer, the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance.

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.

To apply for the position, please click the Apply link / button.

If you have a disability and need assistance with the hiring process and require reasonable accommodations, please contact the Division's Office of Inclusion, Access, and Compliance at

For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at 501-671-2219 or 479-502-9820.

Department : District Director

District Director

Ouachita

Department's Website :

The agent works closely with a broad audience base to solicit support and participation within the county.

Qualifications :

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in agriculture or related area of study is required. Must have transportation for use on the job with liability insurance in effect.

Must agree to a background check authorizing release of relevant Arkansas Child Abuse & Neglect Central Registry records.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Knowledge in one or more agriculture or family & consumer sciences subject matter areas appropriate to the county assigned.

Ability to speak & write clearly & communicate ideas effectively. Ability to plan & conduct programs & work with all clientele regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, disability, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

Ability to work long & irregular hours & travel frequently.

Additional Information :

Applicants for this position are required to upload a Resume, Cover letter, Official Unofficial Transcript, and a list of three (3) references including name, phone number and email address (if available) prior to submitting the application.

Once an application is submitted, the applicant will not be able to edit the application or upload additional documents.

If you have technical issues uploading a document or if you have a need to provide additional documentation after submitting your application, email

Salary Information :

Commensurate with education and experience

Last updated : 2024-04-26