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Position Information
Posting Number PG190783CE Position Number SC-00002312-0925 Position Type NC Cooperative Extension (EPS)
Department Information
Job City & State Statesville, NC Department NCCE Iredell County
System Information
Working Title County Extension Director, Iredell County Appointment 12 Month Recurring Job Type Full-Time - Permanent FTE 1.00
Position Information
Position Overview
Essential Job Duties
Are you looking for a rewarding career that will let you give back to your community? NC State Extension extends research-based knowledge to all North Carolinians, helping them transform science into everyday solutions that improve their lives and grow our state. We are the model of excellence in non-formal, research-based education that advances agriculture, the environment, human health and well-being, youth and communities, while creating prosperity for all North Carolinians. Check out this link (https://youtu.be/vgmaS33u230) to learn what other EFNEP Educators say about their experience working for EFNEP. While our employees are located in NC County offices, they reap the benefits of employment at NC State University. Some of our benefits include:
Primary Function Of Organizational Unit
North Carolina Cooperative Extension gives our residents easy access to the resources and expertise of NC State University and NC A&T State University. Through educational programs, publications, and events, Cooperative Extension field faculty deliver unbiased, research-based information to North Carolina citizens.
Iredell County is located in the Piedmont region of central North Carolina, about 45 miles north of Charlotte. Its county seat is Statesville, and its largest community is Mooresville. Iredell County is a significant transportation hub, with the intersection of major interstates, I-77 and I-40, earning it the slogan “Crossroads for the Future.” Agriculture plays a vital role in Iredell County’s economy, with a total economic impact of over $662 million. The county’s agricultural landscape is dominated by family-owned farms, and it’s a top producer in several key areas including dairy and livestock, crops, and poultry.
For more information on Iredell County, visit their website at www.iredellcountync.gov
Overview Of The Position
The County Extension Director is a member of the faculty of North Carolina State University. The major responsibility of the job is to provide leadership for and coordinate the efforts of the county Extension staff in developing an effective total County Extension educational program.
The position requires a dynamic individual to provide visionary leadership for a comprehensive Extension program to meet the needs of all segments of the population. The County Extension Director serves as the County Extension administrative leader with responsibilities for administration, public policy issues, and community/leadership development. The County Extension Director is responsible for maintaining an effective advisory leadership system representative of all program areas. The County Extension Director provides leadership and expertise in coordinating/securing resource development for all program areas.
Other Work/Responsibilities
Responsibilities include
Supervisory
Number of Permanent Employees this Position Supervises 6 to 9 Percent of Time Spent 75% to 85%
Requirements and Preferences
Identify if the Position is Mandatory / Essential / Key Key Personnel Work Schedule Monday - Friday- 8 AM - 5 PM Business Hours - Evenings and Weekends as required Minimum Experience/Education
The major responsibility of the job is to provide leadership for and coordinate the efforts of the county Extension staff in developing an effective total county Extension education program. Other responsibilities include organizing and allocating resources, marketing the Extension program, preparing budgets, maintaining administrative relationships, interpreting and communicating policy, teaching, evaluating, and reporting in the assigned county.
The minimum requirements for the County Extension Director is either a (i) Master’s degree from an accredited institution in a field related to Extension/educational programming, administration, organizational leadership, or public administration and a minimum of (3) three years of service with Cooperative Extension or similar work experience in a university or community outreach organization or program; or (ii) a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in a field related to Extension/educational programming, administration, organizational leadership, or public administration and a minimum of (10) ten years of service with Cooperative Extension or similar work experience in a university or community outreach organization or program. A candidate applying with a Bachelor’s degree and less than 10 years of experience must be actively enrolled in an accredited graduate degree program and confer the degree within one year of hire. Administrative and supervisory experience including experience with human resource development, fiscal resource management, and external relations is strongly preferred.
Department Required Skills
Potential candidates should have skills, abilities, or experience in the following areas:
Preferred candidates should have abilities or experience in the following areas: agriculture or agribusiness, community and resource development, administration, or appropriate Extension related subject matter
Required License or Certification
Valid Driver’s License and reliable, personal transportation required. Valid North Carolina driver’s license is required within 60 days of hire and must be maintained
Valid NC Driver's License required? Yes Commercial Driver's License Required? No Physical Required? No List any other medical/drug tests required
Recruitment
Recruitment Details
Anticipated Hiring Range Minimum $50,000 commensurate with education and experience Internal Transfer Only No
Recruitment Dates
Job Open Date 09/12/2025
Applicant Information
Quick Link https://jobs.ncsu.edu/postings/222752 EEO
NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Required Documents
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
Special Instructions To Applicants
In addition to your application, please submit a cover letter, resume, and the contact information for at least three (3) professional references
Posting Details
Position Information
Posting Number PG190783CE Position Number SC-00002312-0925 Position Type NC Cooperative Extension (EPS)
Department Information
Job City & State Statesville, NC Department NCCE Iredell County
System Information
Working Title County Extension Director, Iredell County Appointment 12 Month Recurring Job Type Full-Time - Permanent FTE 1.00
Position Information
Position Overview
Essential Job Duties
Are you looking for a rewarding career that will let you give back to your community? NC State Extension extends research-based knowledge to all North Carolinians, helping them transform science into everyday solutions that improve their lives and grow our state. We are the model of excellence in non-formal, research-based education that advances agriculture, the environment, human health and well-being, youth and communities, while creating prosperity for all North Carolinians. Check out this link (https://youtu.be/vgmaS33u230) to learn what other EFNEP Educators say about their experience working for EFNEP. While our employees are located in NC County offices, they reap the benefits of employment at NC State University. Some of our benefits include:
- Paid time off
- Paid tuition
- Health Insurance
- Flexible Scheduling
- Retirement Savings
- Supplemental Benefits Programs
- WolfPerks!
Primary Function Of Organizational Unit
North Carolina Cooperative Extension gives our residents easy access to the resources and expertise of NC State University and NC A&T State University. Through educational programs, publications, and events, Cooperative Extension field faculty deliver unbiased, research-based information to North Carolina citizens.
Iredell County is located in the Piedmont region of central North Carolina, about 45 miles north of Charlotte. Its county seat is Statesville, and its largest community is Mooresville. Iredell County is a significant transportation hub, with the intersection of major interstates, I-77 and I-40, earning it the slogan “Crossroads for the Future.” Agriculture plays a vital role in Iredell County’s economy, with a total economic impact of over $662 million. The county’s agricultural landscape is dominated by family-owned farms, and it’s a top producer in several key areas including dairy and livestock, crops, and poultry.
For more information on Iredell County, visit their website at www.iredellcountync.gov
Overview Of The Position
The County Extension Director is a member of the faculty of North Carolina State University. The major responsibility of the job is to provide leadership for and coordinate the efforts of the county Extension staff in developing an effective total County Extension educational program.
The position requires a dynamic individual to provide visionary leadership for a comprehensive Extension program to meet the needs of all segments of the population. The County Extension Director serves as the County Extension administrative leader with responsibilities for administration, public policy issues, and community/leadership development. The County Extension Director is responsible for maintaining an effective advisory leadership system representative of all program areas. The County Extension Director provides leadership and expertise in coordinating/securing resource development for all program areas.
Other Work/Responsibilities
Responsibilities include
- Ability to work with citizens, staff, customers, elected officials, and volunteers
- Maintain an effective, collaborative relationship in delivering educational programs by working closely with county government agencies and organizations, county departments, local officials, area agencies, University, and Extension personnel in nearby counties.
- Coordinating staff development and training, conducting performance evaluations, and aligning staff work responsibilities.
- Programming responsibility for subject matter area(s).
- Ability to plan, organize, and work well with people.
- Organizing and allocating resources
- Marketing the Extension program
- Preparing budgets
- Maintaining administrative relationships
- Interpreting and communicating policy,
- Teaching, evaluating, and reporting in the assigned county.
Supervisory
Number of Permanent Employees this Position Supervises 6 to 9 Percent of Time Spent 75% to 85%
Requirements and Preferences
Identify if the Position is Mandatory / Essential / Key Key Personnel Work Schedule Monday - Friday- 8 AM - 5 PM Business Hours - Evenings and Weekends as required Minimum Experience/Education
The major responsibility of the job is to provide leadership for and coordinate the efforts of the county Extension staff in developing an effective total county Extension education program. Other responsibilities include organizing and allocating resources, marketing the Extension program, preparing budgets, maintaining administrative relationships, interpreting and communicating policy, teaching, evaluating, and reporting in the assigned county.
The minimum requirements for the County Extension Director is either a (i) Master’s degree from an accredited institution in a field related to Extension/educational programming, administration, organizational leadership, or public administration and a minimum of (3) three years of service with Cooperative Extension or similar work experience in a university or community outreach organization or program; or (ii) a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in a field related to Extension/educational programming, administration, organizational leadership, or public administration and a minimum of (10) ten years of service with Cooperative Extension or similar work experience in a university or community outreach organization or program. A candidate applying with a Bachelor’s degree and less than 10 years of experience must be actively enrolled in an accredited graduate degree program and confer the degree within one year of hire. Administrative and supervisory experience including experience with human resource development, fiscal resource management, and external relations is strongly preferred.
Department Required Skills
Potential candidates should have skills, abilities, or experience in the following areas:
- Demonstrated leadership in Extension programming and management
- Supervisory experience
- Skills in human relations
- Ability to negotiate
- Public relations
- Team building
- Strong communication skills
- Managing public policy issues
- Securing and managing outside funding and resources to develop innovative educational programming
Preferred candidates should have abilities or experience in the following areas: agriculture or agribusiness, community and resource development, administration, or appropriate Extension related subject matter
Required License or Certification
Valid Driver’s License and reliable, personal transportation required. Valid North Carolina driver’s license is required within 60 days of hire and must be maintained
Valid NC Driver's License required? Yes Commercial Driver's License Required? No Physical Required? No List any other medical/drug tests required
Recruitment
Recruitment Details
Anticipated Hiring Range Minimum $50,000 commensurate with education and experience Internal Transfer Only No
Recruitment Dates
Job Open Date 09/12/2025
Applicant Information
Quick Link https://jobs.ncsu.edu/postings/222752 EEO
NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * How did you learn of this opportunity?
- NCSU Website
- Job Alert (automated email from our system)
- NCSU Executive Search Services
- Monster.com
- CareerBuilder.com
- InsideHigherEd.com
- HigherEdJobs.com
- Other Online Job Board
- Carolina Job Finder / Employment Guide
- Job / Career Fair
- The Chronicle of Higher Education
- Professional Journal
- Print Advertisement (Newspaper / Periodical)
- Radio / Television Advertisement
- Professional Organization
- Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (HERC)
- Direct Contact from NCSU HR Representative / Recruiter
- NCSU Employee Referral
- Social Media (LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, Other)
- Other
- * If you learned about this vacancy from "other source" or "other website", please provide the source. (Open Ended Question)
- * Please indicate which of the following applies to you.
- I have a Master’s degree in a field related to Extension/educational programming, administration, organizational leadership, or public administration and at least 3 years of service with Cooperative Extension or similar work experience in a university or
- I have a Bachelor’s degree in a field related to Extension/educational programming, administration, organizational leadership, or public administration and at least 10 years of service with Cooperative Extension or similar work experience in a university
- I have a Bachelor’s degree in a field related to Extension/educational programming, administration, organizational leadership, or public administration and less than 10 years of experience, and I am actively enrolled in an accredited graduate program with
- I do not meet the minimum education and experience requirements.
- * In 4-5 sentences, please tell us about your greatest leadership achievement in your professional career. (Open Ended Question)
- * In 4-5 sentences, please tell us about a difficult project that you have led and what obstacles you faced. (Open Ended Question)
- * in 4-5 sentences, please give us an example of a time when you used good judgement and logic to solve a problem on a tight timeline. (Open Ended Question)
- * In 4-5 sentences, please describe a situation where you recognized a potential problem as an opportunity and how you handled it. (Open Ended Question)
Required Documents
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- Contact Information for References
Salary : $50,000
