Farm Business & Finance Extension Educator

The Pennsylvania State University; Bedford (Bedford County); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

75% tuition discount

Job summary

The Pennsylvania State University is seeking an entrepreneurial Farm Management Extension Educator to strengthen financial, operational, and strategic management for agricultural producers and agribusinesses across Pennsylvania. The role emphasizes statewide outreach, cross-disciplinary collaboration, and measurable program impact.

Responsibilities include developing and evaluating education on farm financial management, risk management, and business planning, while pursuing external funding and

Qualifications

• Candidates must demonstrate strong verbal and written communication, interpersonal skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects.
• Proficiency with modern computer software packages, including Microsoft Office and financial/statistics tools, is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop, deliver, and evaluate research-based educational programs in farm financial management, business planning, risk management, and strategic decision-making.
• Conduct needs assessments, define objectives, and evaluate outcomes for relevance, effectiveness and impact.
• Translate applied research into practical tools, educational materials, and technical assistance for producers and agribusinesses.
• Coordinate and manage educational events, workshops, and outreach activities to enhance learning and engagement.
• Build partnerships across Extension teams and external stakeholders to expand program reach.
• Conduct applied research, report impacts, and help secure external funding for program sustainability.
• Contribute to team initiatives and organizational goals within Penn State Extension.

Skills

Effective communication

Organizational skills

Microsoft Office

Financial software

Statistics software

Education

Master’s Degree

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Excel

Financial software

Job description

The Pennsylvania State University is seeking an entrepreneurial Farm Management Extension Educator to strengthen financial, operational, and strategic management for agricultural producers and agribusinesses across Pennsylvania. The role emphasizes statewide outreach, cross-disciplinary collaboration, and measurable program impact.

Responsibilities include developing and evaluating education on farm financial management, risk management, and business planning, while pursuing external funding and