What are the responsibilities and job description for the Extension Faculty - Cassia County, Horticulture, Small Acreage, & 4-H position at University of Idaho?
Extension Faculty - Cassia County, Horticulture, Small Acreage, & 4-H
Posting Number: F001445P
Advertising Pay Range: Commensurate with experience
Location: Off Campus Location - Cassia County/Burley, ID
Primary Division/College:
Primary Unit:
Employee Category: Faculty
Classification Group Title:
Position Control Number: 1824
Suffix: 00
Contingency Code: Not Applicable
FTE:
1
Contract Basis: Fiscal Year
Anticipated Contract Start Date: 11/09/2026
FLSA Status: Exempt
Tenure Tracking: Tenure Track
Rank: Assistant Professor
Extension Type: County Extension Educator/Professorial
Administrative Appointment Type:
Administrative Appointment End Date (if applicable):
Position Summary:
The Central Extension District is seeking to hire a tenure-track Assistant Professor-Extension Educator. The Extension Educator for Cassia County will devote 90% of the appointment to Extension programming, with approximately 90% of the Extension effort focused on horticulture and small acreages and 10% focused on 4-H youth development.
The remaining appointment includes 5% applied research and scholarly work and 5% University service and leadership responsibilities. The educator will collaborate with county commissioners, partners, and community organizations to ensure programs meet local needs and align with University of Idaho Extension priorities and the annual plan of work.
Unit/Department Summary:
https://www.uidaho.edu/extension/county/cassia
Administrative Summary:
Contingency Description:
Teaching & Advising: 0%
Scholarship & Creative Activity: 5%
Outreach & Extension: 90%
University Service & Leadership: 5%
Minimum Education/Degree Required:
Listed degree qualification is required at time of hire.
Required Qualifications:
- Master's degree in Agriculture, Horticulture, Plant Sciences, Crop Sciences, Agronomy, Education, or closely related to the domain of the position
- Experience providing organizational structure and support for a variety of individuals and groups
- Experience in adapting research materials for oral and written presentations
- Experience recruiting, teaching, organizing, and managing groups
- Experience using technology for program delivery, reporting, and team-based communications
Preferred Qualifications:
- Ability to work well in a team and provide effective instruction, support, and marketing for programs
- Previous experience working in Extension
- Experience in disseminating results through scholarly outlets
- Experience with grant writing and management
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:
- Be able to lift, carry and/or otherwise move at least 50 pounds.
- Able to work nonstandard business hours, including nights and weekends.
- Must possess a valid driver's license or provide their own driver.
Posting Date: 09/14/2026
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Applications received by October 14, 2026, will receive first consideration.
Along with your online application, write a letter of qualifications addressing how you meet the required and preferred qualifications listed.
In addition, your application materials must include a CV, names & contact information for at least three (3) professional references, and unofficial transcripts.
Applicant Resources: https://www.uidaho.edu/human-resources/careers/applicant-resources
Background Check Statement:
Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.
To apply, visit https://uidaho.peopleadmin.com/postings/52749
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Benefits:
Sick Leave, Health Insurance, Professional Development