Aso Dir & Ext Agent III-IV

Candidates shall hold a master’s degree and qualifying experience or accomplishments; Evidence of creative work, professional writing, or applied extension research

Work Location: Florida; location negotiable among UF/IFAS Extension sites

The Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences is creating an environment that affirms community across all dimensions. We particularly welcome applicants who can contribute to such an environment through their scholarship, teaching, mentoring, and professional service. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352‐392‐2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800‐955‐8771 (TDD) or visit Accessibility at UF.

Position Summary

UF/IFAS and Florida Sea Grant (FSG), a statewide program headquartered at the University of Florida, is seeking a visionary and collaborative leader to serve as the Associate Director of Extension and Education (ADEE) and Extension Agent III-IV. This administrative position plays a vital role in advancing FSG’s mission to support coastal and marine resource sustainability through Extension and education.

The ADEE will serve as a senior member of the Florida Sea Grant leadership team, providing strategic direction and administrative oversight for Extension and Education programming. The successful candidate will work closely with UF/IFAS Extension, stakeholders across Florida, within the Sea Grant network (both on campus, in the state, and nationally), and with Sea Grant partners to foster impactful, collaborative, and innovative programming that aligns with the planning and mission of IFAS and the Florida Sea Grant.

Responsibilities of this administrative position are to:

• Serve as a member of the FSG leadership team in developing and executing the Strategic Plan with emphasis on Extension and Education programming; to include preparing for the associated federal programmatic site reviews and longer run succession planning.
• Represent FSG within the network of Sea Grant College Programs, among various agency and organizational partners, at industry and association meetings, and within UF/IFAS Extension.
• Administer the Extension and Education omnibus sub-project by managing the budget, ensuring compliance, and the accurate and efficient reporting of accomplishments following the guidance of the National Sea Grant Office (NSGO).
• Provide strategic leadership for Extension faculty working on marine and coastal issues through fostering Work Action Groups and actively pursuing external funding for the development of signature programs.
• Support programmatic cohesion and cross-county collaboration through regularly engaging with Extension faculty, research affiliates, specialized liaisons and coordinators (e.g., HAB, Coral, Clean Vessel) and interacting with advisory committee members, assisting with and attending events (workshops, trainings, conferences, etc.), and creating new opportunities and programs.
• Foster programmatic visibility and value through ensuring programmatic opportunities and accomplishments are broadly leveraged and shared with stakeholders (internal and external).
• Seek external funding in support of Extension and/or education opportunities in fields related to ADEE’s specialization and that involve multiple specialists and/or agents.
• Coordinate with UF/IFAS Extension to:
• Foster collaboration in overlapping Extension initiative teams and with new Action teams;
• Work with CEDs and DEDs to assess county needs and resource availability;
• Assist in onboarding new Extension faculty with marine and coastal content;
• Serve on search and screen committees for FSG faculty and staff;
• Contribute to evaluations of FSG Extension faculty and staff as appropriate;
• Contribute to strategic planning or initiatives launched by UF/IFAS Extension.

Commensurate with Education and Experience

• Master’s degree in marine science, natural resources, social sciences or a field of specialization pertinent to Florida Sea Grant’s Strategic Plan.
• Demonstrated accomplishments in research, such as through peer reviewed academic publications.
• Demonstrated leadership experience in Extension or education programming.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in budget management, program evaluation, and federal reporting.
• Ability to work collaboratively across disciplines and institutions.
• Candidates must have a commitment to UF core values. 

A PhD is preferred.

Apply at Careers at UF by 11:55 p.m. (Eastern) of the posting end date, and attach:

• Cover letter highlighting key qualifications as it relates to UF/IFAS and FSG programming and ideas for new initiatives that could be implemented within 6 months,
• Résumé or Curriculum vitae
• Contact information for three professional references

Selected candidate will be required to provide an official transcript to the hiring department upon hire. A transcript will not be considered “official” if a designation of “Issued to Student” is visible.  Degrees earned from an education institution outside of the United States are required to be evaluated by a professional credentialing service provider approved by National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES).

Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the US. The University of Florida is a public institution and subject to all requirements under Florida Sunshine and Public Record laws.

The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University and greater Gainesville community enjoy a variety of cultural events, restaurants, year-round outdoor recreational activities, and social opportunities.

If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352-392-2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800-955-8771 (TDD) or visit Accessibility at UF.