Extension Faculty - Cassia County, Horticulture, Small Acreage, & 4-H

Extension Faculty - Cassia County, Horticulture, Small Acreage,
& 4-H

University of Idaho

APPOINTMENT INFORMATION

Division/College

College of Agricultural & Life Sciences

Department

Central District

Position Classification

Extension Faculty

Rank

Assistant Professor

Tenure Status

Tenure Track

Location

Cassia County/Burley, ID

FTE

1.0

Advertising Pay Range

Commensurate with experience

FLSA Status

Exempt

Type of Appointment

Fiscal Year

Anticipated Contract Start Date

11/09/2026

Extension Faculty Type

County Extension Educator/Professorial

POSITION OVERVIEW

Primary Faculty 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.

Teaching & Advising Effort

0%

Scholarship & Creative Activity Effort

5%

Outreach & Extension Effort

90%

University Service & Leadership Effort

5%

REQUIRED EDUCATION

Master's degree in Agriculture, Horticulture, Plant Sciences, Crop
Sciences, Agronomy, Education, or closely related to the domain of
the position

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

• 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 EXPERIENCE

• 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 AND 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 INFORMATION

Open Until Filled

Yes

Contingency on Appointment

No

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.

Visa Sponsorship Available for Appointment

No

Degree Requirement Timeline

Listed degree qualification is required at time of hire.

To apply, please visit: https://careers.uidaho.edu/jobs/extension-faculty-cassia-county-horticulture-small-acreage-4-h-twin-falls-idaho-united-states

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