Extension Educator - Field and Forage Crops

• →

  Identify priority educational needs in collaboration with the Field and Forage Crops Extension Team.

• →

  Develop, implement, and evaluate educational programs related to agronomy, nutrient management, and crop production systems.

• →

  Deliver programming through a variety of methods, including workshops, field days, online courses, webinars, videos, and publications.

• →

  Create original, research-based educational content for diverse audiences.

• →

  Support statewide program initiatives and contribute to team-based educational efforts.

• Provide technical assistance to agricultural producers on agronomic practices, nutrient management, and crop production systems.

• Promote adoption of sustainable and economically viable agricultural practices.

• Support implementation of practices that improve water quality by reducing nutrient and pesticide losses.

• Assist producers in adopting pest management strategies that reduce environmental impact and resistance risks.

• Collaborate with university-based faculty to develop and conduct applied research relevant to stakeholder needs.

• Participate in interdisciplinary projects across Extension program teams and external partners.

• Foster relationships with agricultural agencies, agribusinesses, and service providers to strengthen program impact.

• Communicate local and statewide needs to research and Extension teams.

• Serve as a representative of Penn State Extension across the assigned region and statewide.

• Build and maintain relationships with agricultural producers, industry partners, and governmental agencies.

• Engage with diverse audiences through educational programming and outreach efforts.

• Identify emerging issues in agronomy and natural resource management and respond through Extension programming.

• Contribute to the development of external funding through grants, contracts, and cost-recovery programs.

• Participate in team efforts to secure and manage program funding.

• Contribute to written reports, articles, and other program documentation.

• Provide leadership within programming teams and collaborative initiatives.

• Actively participate in Extension program teams and statewide initiatives.

• Engage in ongoing professional development to maintain and expand technical expertise.

• Collaborate with Extension colleagues, faculty, and partners to enhance program effectiveness.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.

• Demonstrated teaching, facilitation, and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with diverse audiences.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.

• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, and virtual communication platforms.

• Ability to develop and deliver digital and in-person educational programming.

• Ability to travel frequently and work across multiple counties.

• Ability to lift and transport educational materials and equipment, with or without accommodation.

• Master’s degree or higher in agronomy, plant science, nutrient management, agri-business, or a related field.

• Experience in agricultural education, Extension, or the agricultural industry.

• Spanish language proficiency (written and verbal).

• Experience developing educational materials, publications, or digital content.

• Experience with grants, applied research, or program leadership.

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.

Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.

Federal Contractors Labor Law Poster

PA State Labor Law Poster

Penn State Policies

Copyright Information

Hotlines