The Area Director is responsible for overseeing all aspects of UK Extension operations in one or more counties. Responsibilities include supervision (direct and indirect) and employee development for extension personnel, fiscal oversight, and managing relationships with the county boards/advisory councils. This position fosters teamwork and communication throughout the counties, promotes effective programming, and instills the values of UK.

State law requires a national and state criminal background check and a letter from the Cabinet for Health and Family Services stating the employee is clear to hire based on no findings of substantiated child abuse or neglect found through a background check of child abuse and neglect records as a condition of employment or involvement in this program.

Resume, cover letter and transcripts are required at time of application.