Extension Agent for Digital Literacy and Equity – Northern Kentucky Area

Location: Burlington, KY and surrounding area

This position is currently funded for a maximum of 2 years.

The Extension Agent for Digital Literacy and Equity will:

• develop, implement, and evaluate a plan of work based on regionally identified needs which will lead to improved quality of living for families and individuals
• develop, lead, and/or teach educational programs focused on digital access, digital competency, and digital equity
• use proven, research-based teaching methods to instruct community members on these areas
• implement educational programs which strengthen communities, families, and individuals

This position will serve all clientele ensuring that all youth and adults have an equal opportunity to participate in Extension programs regardless of race, color, ethnic origin, national origin, creed, religion, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information, age, veteran status, or physical or mental disability.

All agents in a county will support the dissemination of useful and practical information on subjects relating to Agriculture, Family Consumer Sciences, 4-H and Community and Rural Development as outlined in the KRS statues 164.605 to 164.675.

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.