Extension Event & Program Manager

🇺🇸 Manhattan, KS 🕑 Full-Time 💰 $63K - $73K 💻 Project Management 🗓️ May 13th, 2026

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Edtech.com's Summary

Kansas State University is hiring an Extension Event & Program Manager. The role involves leading the planning, coordination, and execution of Extension conferences, field days, meetings, and online learning events to support statewide programs and stakeholder engagement. The manager will oversee event logistics, vendor relations, sponsorships, speaker coordination, and program communications.

Highlights

Lead strategic planning and execution of statewide conferences, workshops, field days, and partnership events.
Manage vendor contracts, sponsorship strategies, exhibitor relations, and speaker coordination.
Support development and delivery of Extension horticulture programs and professional development.
Serve as liaison for industry partners, commodity groups, and external stakeholders.
Oversee program communications including newsletters and outreach efforts.
Proficiency with event technologies, office software, online calendaring, and digital communication tools.
Experience using university systems such as Canvas, Concur, Qualtrics, and Pears preferred.
Minimum qualifications: high school diploma, seven years relevant experience, and valid driver’s license.
Preferred qualifications include event management experience, Cooperative Extension program development, strong communication and organizational skills, and stakeholder engagement abilities.
Anticipated pay range: $63,000 - $73,000 annually.