County Extension Director
Core
Provide visionary leadership for county-level programs, build community partnerships, and deliver research-based educational opportunities to transform lives in Lowndes County.
Role type
Senior community-based program director and office administrator
Builds
County-wide educational programs, 4-H initiatives, and community development services
Domain
Higher education outreach, community development, and agricultural/natural resources extension
Required skills
Strategic leadership, program management, stakeholder engagement, budget administration, team supervision, grant writing, public relations, data collection, community needs assessment
Preferred skills
Experience with under-served audiences, digital marketing, cross-regional coordination
Technologies
Social media platforms, digital content management systems, data collection tools
Responsibilities
Recruit, hire, supervise, and mentor administrative staff and Extension Agents; manage county office operations and budget; develop and lead county program initiatives; secure grants and resources; market programs through traditional and digital channels; organize advisory committees; coordinate with regional colleagues and state specialists.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with management responsibilities