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Extension Educator, Payette County-Small Farms/Horticulture/4-H

Position Number: 6753972
Location: Moscow, ID
Position Type: Agriculture - Extension

Extension Educator, Payette County-Small Farms/Horticulture/4-H

Posting Number: F001397P
Advertising Pay Range: Commensurate with Experience + $1,500 stipend
Location: Off Campus Location - Payette County Extension/Payette, ID
Primary Division/College: College of Agricultural & Life Sciences
Primary Unit: Southern District
Employee Category: Faculty
Classification Group Title: Extension Faculty
Position Control Number: 1759
Suffix: 00
Contingency Code: Not Applicable
FTE:

Contract Basis: Fiscal Year
Anticipated Contract Start Date: 02/17/2026
FLSA Status: Exempt
Tenure Tracking: Negotiable (must be justified)
Rank: Negotiable (must be justified)
Extension Type: County Extension Educator/Professorial
Administrative Appointment Type: Not applicable
Administrative Appointment End Date (if applicable):

Position Summary:

The Southern Extension District is seeking to hire a tenure track Assistant or a tenure track or tenured Associate Professor Educator. The Extension Educator for Payette County will lead outreach programs (80%), divided among small farms (30%), horticulture (40%), and 4-H youth development (10%). The position also includes applied research and scholarly work (5%), as well as University service and leadership responsibilities, including serving as County Chair (15%). 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.

Rank and tenure are negotiable based on how the candidate meets the criteria outlined in department and college bylaws. A stipend will be provided for serving as County Chair.

Unit/Department Summary:

https://www.uidaho.edu/extension/county/payette

Administrative Summary:
Contingency Description:
Teaching & Advising: 0%
Scholarship & Creative Activity: 5%
Outreach & Extension: 80%
University Service & Leadership: 15%

Minimum Education/Degree Required:
Listed degree qualification is required at time of hire.
Required Qualifications:

Masters degree in Agriculture, Horticulture, 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 supervising, leading, and mentoring others

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.

Posting Date: 11/26/2025
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Applications received by January 4, 2026, will receive first consideration.

Along with your online application, write a letter of qualification 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/50170

The University of Idaho is an equal employment opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.