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K-State Research and Extension
123 Umberger Hall
Manhattan, KS 66506-3401
785-532-5820
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August 9, 2016

Workshop for Local Unit Directors

Submitted by Jim Lindquist, Laurie Chandler, Stacey Warner

"Local Unit Director Basics" will be the topic of a workshop to be held in Salina, November 8 to 10. The workshop is designed for extension agents who are new to the local unit director role, those who might be preparing for the director role or those who would like a refresher.

It will begin at 1 p.m. on Tuesday and end at 12 noon on Thursday.

Topics will include:

  • the role of the local unit director
  • strengthening board leadership
  • developing and managing budgets
  • hiring, coaching and evaluating employees
  • implementing federal labor laws
  • creating an office team
  • marketing the local program

Watch for registration information in September.