County Extension Director
North Carolina State University, Raleigh, North Carolina, United States, 27601
Posting Details
Posting Number:
PG190824CE
Position Number:
SC-00002635-0226
Position Type:
NC Cooperative Extension (EPS)
Position Information Job City & State:
Raeford, NC
Department:
NCCE Hoke County
Working Title:
County Extension Director
Appointment:
12 Month Recurring
Job Type:
Full-Time - Permanent
FTE:
1.00
Position Overview Are you looking for a rewarding career that will let you give back to your community? NC State Extension extends research-based knowledge to all North Carolinians, helping them transform science into everyday solutions that improve their lives and grow our state. We are the model of excellence in non-formal, research-based education that advances agriculture, the environment, human health and well-being, youth and communities, while creating prosperity for all North Carolinians. Working for NC State Extension allows you to teach without being tied to a classroom and school bell. Check out this video on what it’s like to work for NC State Extension.
While our employees are located in NC County offices, they reap the benefits of employment at NC State University. Some of our benefits include:
Paid time off
Paid tuition
Health Insurance
Flexible Scheduling
Retirement Savings
Supplemental Benefits Programs
WolfPerks!
Essential Job Duties The County Extension Director is a member of the faculty of North Carolina State University and provides leadership for and coordinates the efforts of the county Extension staff in developing an effective total County Extension educational program. Responsibilities include:
Providing visionary leadership for a comprehensive Extension program to meet the needs of the entire county population.
Managing the administrative leader responsible for administration, public policy issues, and community/leadership development.
Maintaining an effective advisory leadership system representative of all program areas.
Coordinating and securing resource development for all program areas, including marketing Extension programs and impacts.
Networking and collaborating with county agencies, schools, town officials, area agencies, University and Extension personnel to support county citizens.
Coordinating staff development, training, and maintaining the Affirmative Action Plan.
Planning, organizing, and working well with people, teaching, evaluating, and reporting in the assigned county.
Primary Function Of Organizational Unit North Carolina Cooperative Extension gives our residents easy access to the resources and expertise of NC State University and NC A&T State University. Through educational programs, publications, and events, Cooperative Extension field faculty deliver unbiased, research-based information to North Carolina citizens.
Hoke County Overview Hoke county is one of the fastest growing counties in the state of North Carolina and ranked 20th in growth in the country. Even with such rapid growth and development, agriculture still plays a vital role in the county economy, with approximately 200 farms generating over 90 million dollars in annual receipts. For more information on Hoke County, visit https://www.hokecounty.net
Other Work/Responsibilities Responsibilities include organizing and allocating resources, marketing the Extension program, preparing budgets, maintaining administrative relationships, interpreting and communicating policy, teaching, evaluating, and reporting in the assigned county.
The County Extension Director must maintain an effective, collaborative relationship in delivering educational programs by working closely with county government agencies and organizations, county departments, local officials, area agencies, University, and Extension personnel in nearby counties. This position is responsible for coordinating staff development and training, conducting performance evaluations, and aligning staff work responsibilities. The position will also be assigned programming responsibility for subject matter area(s).
Travel within the district, as well as occasional travel outside the district is required.
Supervisory Number of Permanent Employees this Position Supervises:
6
Percent of Time Spent:
75%-85%
Requirements and Preferences Identify if the Position is Mandatory / Essential / Key:
Key Personnel
Work Schedule:
Monday - Friday, 8 AM - 5 PM Business Hours - Evenings and Weekends as required
Minimum Experience/Education:
Either a Master’s degree in a field related to Extension, educational programming, administration, organizational leadership, or public administration with a minimum of 3 years of service with Cooperative Extension or similar work experience, OR a Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 10 years of service. Candidates with a Bachelor’s degree and less than 10 years of experience must be actively enrolled in an accredited graduate degree program and confer the degree within one year of hire.
Administrative and supervisory experience, including experience with human resource development, fiscal resource management, and external relations, is strongly preferred.
Department Required Skills
Demonstrated leadership in Extension programming and management
Supervisory experience
Skills in human relations
Ability to negotiate
Public relations
Team building
Strong communication skills
Managing public policy issues
Securing and managing outside funding and resources to develop innovative educational programming
Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education Preferred candidates should have abilities or experience in the following areas: agriculture or agribusiness, community and resource development, administration, or appropriate Extension related subject matter.
Required License Or Certification Valid Driver’s License and reliable, personal transportation required. Valid North Carolina driver’s license is required within 60 days of hire and must be maintained. Valid NC Driver's License required? Yes
Commercial Driver's License Required? No
Physical Required? No
Recruitment Anticipated Hiring Range:
Minimum $50,000 commensurate with education and experience
Internal Transfer Only: No
Job Open Date:
02/13/2026
Applicant Information Quick Link: https://jobs.ncsu.edu/postings/227332
EEO NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu .
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
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PG190824CE
Position Number:
SC-00002635-0226
Position Type:
NC Cooperative Extension (EPS)
Position Information Job City & State:
Raeford, NC
Department:
NCCE Hoke County
Working Title:
County Extension Director
Appointment:
12 Month Recurring
Job Type:
Full-Time - Permanent
FTE:
1.00
Position Overview Are you looking for a rewarding career that will let you give back to your community? NC State Extension extends research-based knowledge to all North Carolinians, helping them transform science into everyday solutions that improve their lives and grow our state. We are the model of excellence in non-formal, research-based education that advances agriculture, the environment, human health and well-being, youth and communities, while creating prosperity for all North Carolinians. Working for NC State Extension allows you to teach without being tied to a classroom and school bell. Check out this video on what it’s like to work for NC State Extension.
While our employees are located in NC County offices, they reap the benefits of employment at NC State University. Some of our benefits include:
Paid time off
Paid tuition
Health Insurance
Flexible Scheduling
Retirement Savings
Supplemental Benefits Programs
WolfPerks!
Essential Job Duties The County Extension Director is a member of the faculty of North Carolina State University and provides leadership for and coordinates the efforts of the county Extension staff in developing an effective total County Extension educational program. Responsibilities include:
Providing visionary leadership for a comprehensive Extension program to meet the needs of the entire county population.
Managing the administrative leader responsible for administration, public policy issues, and community/leadership development.
Maintaining an effective advisory leadership system representative of all program areas.
Coordinating and securing resource development for all program areas, including marketing Extension programs and impacts.
Networking and collaborating with county agencies, schools, town officials, area agencies, University and Extension personnel to support county citizens.
Coordinating staff development, training, and maintaining the Affirmative Action Plan.
Planning, organizing, and working well with people, teaching, evaluating, and reporting in the assigned county.
Primary Function Of Organizational Unit North Carolina Cooperative Extension gives our residents easy access to the resources and expertise of NC State University and NC A&T State University. Through educational programs, publications, and events, Cooperative Extension field faculty deliver unbiased, research-based information to North Carolina citizens.
Hoke County Overview Hoke county is one of the fastest growing counties in the state of North Carolina and ranked 20th in growth in the country. Even with such rapid growth and development, agriculture still plays a vital role in the county economy, with approximately 200 farms generating over 90 million dollars in annual receipts. For more information on Hoke County, visit https://www.hokecounty.net
Other Work/Responsibilities Responsibilities include organizing and allocating resources, marketing the Extension program, preparing budgets, maintaining administrative relationships, interpreting and communicating policy, teaching, evaluating, and reporting in the assigned county.
The County Extension Director must maintain an effective, collaborative relationship in delivering educational programs by working closely with county government agencies and organizations, county departments, local officials, area agencies, University, and Extension personnel in nearby counties. This position is responsible for coordinating staff development and training, conducting performance evaluations, and aligning staff work responsibilities. The position will also be assigned programming responsibility for subject matter area(s).
Travel within the district, as well as occasional travel outside the district is required.
Supervisory Number of Permanent Employees this Position Supervises:
6
Percent of Time Spent:
75%-85%
Requirements and Preferences Identify if the Position is Mandatory / Essential / Key:
Key Personnel
Work Schedule:
Monday - Friday, 8 AM - 5 PM Business Hours - Evenings and Weekends as required
Minimum Experience/Education:
Either a Master’s degree in a field related to Extension, educational programming, administration, organizational leadership, or public administration with a minimum of 3 years of service with Cooperative Extension or similar work experience, OR a Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 10 years of service. Candidates with a Bachelor’s degree and less than 10 years of experience must be actively enrolled in an accredited graduate degree program and confer the degree within one year of hire.
Administrative and supervisory experience, including experience with human resource development, fiscal resource management, and external relations, is strongly preferred.
Department Required Skills
Demonstrated leadership in Extension programming and management
Supervisory experience
Skills in human relations
Ability to negotiate
Public relations
Team building
Strong communication skills
Managing public policy issues
Securing and managing outside funding and resources to develop innovative educational programming
Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education Preferred candidates should have abilities or experience in the following areas: agriculture or agribusiness, community and resource development, administration, or appropriate Extension related subject matter.
Required License Or Certification Valid Driver’s License and reliable, personal transportation required. Valid North Carolina driver’s license is required within 60 days of hire and must be maintained. Valid NC Driver's License required? Yes
Commercial Driver's License Required? No
Physical Required? No
Recruitment Anticipated Hiring Range:
Minimum $50,000 commensurate with education and experience
Internal Transfer Only: No
Job Open Date:
02/13/2026
Applicant Information Quick Link: https://jobs.ncsu.edu/postings/227332
EEO NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu .
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
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