Butler County Family and Consumer Sciences Extension Agent

Butler County Family and Consumer Sciences Extension Agent

Extension agents are educators, connectors and innovators who serve as a link between K‑State and communities across Kansas. This agent will support Butler County's residents through research-based family and consumer sciences education and outreach.

• 522085
• Other, Kansas
• Ext Agents - South Region
• Extension Agent / Educator
• Closing at: Sep 10 2026 - 23:55 CDT
• On-site

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About This Role

Extension agents are professional educators, community connectors and innovators who serve as a link between Kansas State University and communities across Kansas. Agents are jointly responsible to the director of K‑State Extension (represented by a designated administrator) and the local extension board.

• Lead the development, implementation, and evaluation of research-based educational programming related to family and consumer sciences. Programming may include but is not limited to: family life, nutrition, food safety, parenting, communication, financial management, leadership, and health.

• Share responsibility for community vitality programming that helps our communities become better places to live, work, and play by strengthening social, civic, economic, and technological capacity through leadership development and civic engagement.

• Successful extension programs require agents to:

• Identify local needs and emerging issues related to K‑State Extension's five critical issues (water and natural resources; community vitality; health; developing tomorrow's leaders; and global food systems) by engaging with program development committees and other community organizations and professionals.

• Design appropriate educational strategies to respond to emerging needs and engage clientele by aligning with the imperatives of the K‑State Next-Gen Strategic Plan. Strategies might include educational programming in a community-based setting; events and activities that provide experiential learning opportunities; use of innovative technologies; individual educational consultations; and group facilitation.

• Collaborate with local partners to meet community and programmatic needs.

• Recruit and manage volunteers to further the reach and impact of extension programming.

• Develop and implement strategies to serve all community audiences.

• Collect and communicate evidence of educational program impact.

• Cultivate expertise in a subject matter competency area by engaging as a member of a Program Focus Team.

• Pursue internal and external funding to support educational programming.

Serve as a member of the Butler County Extension team, cooperating in the planning and delivery of county-wide programming and related events.

About Us

K-State Extension connects Kansans to research-based information and education that helps individuals, families, businesses and communities thrive. It is a partnership between Kansas State University and federal, state, and county governments. Through local extension offices, K-State Extension provides practical solutions and programs in areas such as agriculture, health, youth development, and community vitality. Learn more at extension.k-state.edu.

Extension agents are educators, connectors and innovators who serve as a link between K-State and communities across Kansas.

Butler County is in south central Kansas. It is geographically the largest Kansas county, with an area of 1,483 mi2 and population of approximately 69,158. El Dorado is the county seat; other larger incorporated cities include Augusta, Andover, Benton and Rose Hill. El Dorado is located within 30 miles of Wichita and is in the Flint Hills grasslands. This location provides the opportunity to enjoy a wide variety of recreational and social activities. The county's family and consumer sciences programming centers on community wellness, with a special focus on health and nutrition education and meeting community needs.

Worksite Description

This agent will serve the people of Butler County. This agent''s primary office will be in El Dorado, KS.

This position is On-site.

This position will require occasional overnight travel and is expected to host and attend events during some evenings and weekends. Reimbursement for travel and subsistence related to achieving program objectives will be provided.

What You''ll Need to Succeed

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree.
• At least 12 credit hours of academic coursework or six months of professional experience related directly to the primary programming responsibilities (e.g., health, nutrition, finance, family systems).
• Demonstrated academic and/or professional achievement (minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75 on a 4.0 scale or evidence of progressively responsible professional roles).
• Experience delivering information, training, or education to groups or individuals, either in person or through media.
• Leadership experience in supervisory or informal roles.

Licenses and certifications:

• Must have access to a personal vehicle and the ability to obtain/maintain a valid driver's license.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Two or more years of professional experience.
• Master's degree.
• Understanding of educational program design, promotion, implementation, and evaluation.
• Experience with volunteer recruitment, support, and management.
• Knowledge of adult and youth teaching/learning processes.
• Experience seeking and administering external grant funding.

Skills and attributes:

• Commitment to personal and professional development.
• Competence using electronic communication and computer applications to fulfill programming responsibilities.
• Self-motivation and ability to work with minimal supervision while balancing multiple projects.
• Skills in group facilitation.
• Ability to communicate effectively with both English and Spanish-speaking learners.

Additional Role Information:

• This role will require the ability to work with people from various backgrounds and a commitment to supporting and enhancing K‑State's initiative for access and opportunity.
• Extension agents work a flexible schedule which will include nights, weekends, and overnight travel.

Sponsorship eligibility:

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship

How to Apply

Please submit the following documents:

• Cover letter
• Resume
• and a copy of academic transcripts showing degree(s) received.
• An unofficial transcript is sufficient

Application Window

Applications close on: September 10, 2026

Interviews will be held September 24, 2026

Anticipated Hiring Pay Range

$47,500-$70,000

Salary, Benefits, and Professional Development

• Salary commensurate with professional experience and available funding as negotiated by the regional extension director, the local extension board, and the applicant. The anticipated hiring salary range is $47,500-$70,000.

• Extension agents are Kansas State University educators and have the Board of Regents retirement plan; eligibility for health and life insurance; and earn vacation and sick leave. See a complete list of benefits on the K-State Employee Benefits website.

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