Extension Agent - Madison County

Job Description: The successful candidate will be a member of TSU and Madison County Extension. This position is 100% 4-H Youth Development. This position will be responsible for planning, implementing, evaluating, and reporting county extension 4-H educational programs as needed in the county. In addition, this position includes planning, executing, and evaluating programs, events, and activities through traditional 4-H clubs, project groups, educational workshops, camps, conferences, and special interest classes. Program delivery methods will involve volunteer recruitment, site and home visits, phone calls, workshops, newsletters, media, etc. The Extension Agent will develop and maintain good public relations with educational officials, collaborative agencies, program sponsors and elected and appointed officials. This position will plan, execute, and evaluate the 4-H programs based on County, State and Federal Programs and clientele needs. He/She will perform other related duties as required by County and Regional, and State Extension Administrators.

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Family & Consumer Sciences, Education, or other closely related discipline. Knowledge and experience with STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) preferred. Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of Extension program planning, implementation and evaluation. Proven effective interpersonal skills and the ability to work well with teams. Ability to work a flexible schedule, which will include some nights, weekends, and overnight travel. Access to a personal vehicle and the ability to obtain/maintain a valid Tennessee driver’s license. The applicant should also possess the following qualifications: comprehensive knowledge and understanding of program planning, implementation and evaluation; ability to communicate effectively using print media, radio, and television; ability to document and market program impacts and provide leadership and demonstrate self-reliance in a collaborative environment; ability to work with UT and TSU Extension programming personnel. Special Instructions to Applicants Employment is contingent upon successfully completing a criminal background check as mandated by Tennessee State University. Official transcripts for positions which require a post-secondary undergraduate degree, advanced degree and/or certification must be presented upon hire. An unofficial transcript may be attached in the “Transcript” section. You will be required to provide names and contact information for three references during your application to the posting. If you are the recommended candidate for the position, our online hiring system will automatically generate solicitation for these letters using contact information you provided. Open Date Open Date 08/17/2026 Close Date Close Date 09/18/2026 Job Category Job Category Administrative/Professional Requisition Number Tennessee State University offers eligible employees a competitive benefits package that includes annual leave (vacation), sick leave, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement, flexible benefits plans and more. Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).