The Escambia County Board of County Commissioners is seeking Escambia County residents interested in volunteering to be considered for an appointment to the Escambia County Extension Council for the following zones:

• Zone 1: North of intersection of Hwy. 164 and Hwy. 97
• Zone 3: Tungoil Road to Gibson Road
• Zone 5: Quintette Road to Molino Road
• Zone 7: Nine Mile Road to Kingsfield Road
• Zones 9 & 11: At Large

The Escambia County Extension Council was established in accordance with Chapter 67-1366, Section I-8 Florida Statutes.  The purpose of this council is to study the needs of the county in developing its natural resources, its families and youth; to provide for the organization of planning committees in various agricultural commodities, in youth and in all phases of home economics important to Escambia County; to provide for close liaison between the committees, county extension agents and the council; and to coordinate the reports of all committees into a single Escambia County resource development program designed to develop the county’s resources and its people through programs for which the Cooperative Extension Service has a responsibility for initiating or coordinating.  Council members serve a two-year term of office. For more information on UF/IFAS Escambia Extension click here.

Escambia County residents interested in serving on the Escambia County Extension Council, who meet the requirements noted in the job description below, are asked to submit an information sheet (attached) and letter indicating their desire to serve by 5 p.m., Friday, September 29, 2017. Informational sheets and letters should be submitted via email to shendrix@ufl.edu or by mail to:

Susan Hendrix
3740 Stefani Road
Cantonment, FL 32533

UF/IFAS ESCAMBIA COUNTY EXTENSION COUNCIL MEMBER
JOB DESCRIPTION

General Description

Represent your organization that serves the people of Escambia County. Share their needs and concerns. Serve as a catalyst and leader in shaping the vision for Extension in support of Escambia County citizens within the scope and mission of UF/IFAS Extension.

Specific Responsibilities

• Attend quarterly council meetings as scheduled.
• Seek out needs and issues of clientele you represent.
• Learn about all programs of Extension.
• Advocate for Extension as opportunities arise.
• Suggest resources to contribute to Extension educational programs.
• Contribute personal expertise, information, and time as available and needed to support Extension’s efforts in Escambia County.

Time Required

• Two-year term of membership.
• May be eligible for a second term.
• Four to 6 council meetings per year; 1-2 hours in length.
• Committee meetings as assigned.

Resources Available

• Extension Council guide
• Extension staff
• Escambia Extension agents’ plan of work reports
• Extension educators within the region
• Regional and state advisory councils

Training Opportunities

Several training opportunities, including orientation, are available to council members throughout their term of service. This council operates under the Florida Sunshine Law and members are required to attend training provided by the Escambia County Attorney’s staff at a regularly scheduled Extension Council meeting.

Organizational Relationships

Council members work primarily with the county Extension director. There is generally regular interaction with Extension agents and staff members, as well as Extension educators who serve Escambia County. Council members may be asked for input from the regional Extension director or other members of UF administration.

Qualifications:

• Live in the geographic zone area noted (included below).
• Interest in enhancing the educational efforts of Escambia County.
• Ability to work collaboratively in an advisory capacity with Extension staff and volunteers.