Farm Finance & Growth Extension Educator

Penn State University; New Jersey; Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

75% tuition discount

Job summary

Penn State University, through the College of Agricultural Sciences, seeks an entrepreneurial-minded Farm Management Extension Educator to strengthen financial, operational, and strategic management for agricultural producers across Pennsylvania.

The role leads program development, collaborates across disciplines, and demonstrates measurable impacts via diverse delivery methods, including applied research and stakeholder engagement. Travel and statewide outreach are expected.

Qualifications

• Effective communication skills (verbal and written) and ability to build relationships.
• Highly organized with ability to manage multiple projects.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and financial/statistics software preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop, deliver, and evaluate educational programs in farm financial management, business planning, risk management, and strategic decision-making.
• Conduct needs assessments, define objectives, and evaluate outcomes for relevance 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.
• Build partnerships across Extension teams and external stakeholders to expand reach.
• Conduct applied research, report impacts, and help secure external funding.

Skills

Communication skills

Organized

MS Office

Financial software

Statistics software

Excel

Spanish (fluency)

Education

Master's degree

Bachelor's degree

Tools

None

Job description

Penn State University, through the College of Agricultural Sciences, seeks an entrepreneurial-minded Farm Management Extension Educator to strengthen financial, operational, and strategic management for agricultural producers across Pennsylvania.

The role leads program development, collaborates across disciplines, and demonstrates measurable impacts via diverse delivery methods, including applied research and stakeholder engagement. Travel and statewide outreach are expected.