Poultry Extension Educator: Impact & Outreach

The Pennsylvania State University; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 66,000 - 108,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn State Extension is seeking a Poultry Extension Educator to educate Pennsylvania's poultry producers through research‑based programs. The role focuses on delivering multi‑format education, translating research into actionable guidance, and improving productivity and welfare across commercial and small‑flock operations.

The educator will collaborate statewide, secure funding, and engage diverse audiences while traveling across the state to serve communities.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in poultry science or related field.
• Bachelor's degree with exceptional poultry production experience accepted.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Extension colleagues to identify poultry industry needs and develop educational programming.
• Design and deliver research-based learning experiences for poultry producers and stakeholders across formats.
• Contribute to or lead applied research and outreach to improve productivity, health, welfare, and sustainable practices.
• Address topics including broiler/layer management, nutrition, housing, health, biosecurity, and disease prevention.
• Build relationships with producers, agribusiness, government agencies, and other organizations.
• Seek external funding through grants, contracts, and program income.
• Engage diverse audiences and work within an interdisciplinary Extension team.
• Maintain communication with internal colleagues and external partners across the state.

Skills

Poultry knowledge

Spanish proficiency

Program development

Grant writing

Communication skills

Travel readiness

Education

Master's degree in poultry science

Bachelor's degree with poultry experience

Tools

Computer literacy

Job description

Penn State Extension is seeking a Poultry Extension Educator to educate Pennsylvania's poultry producers through research‑based programs. The role focuses on delivering multi‑format education, translating research into actionable guidance, and improving productivity and welfare across commercial and small‑flock operations.

The educator will collaborate statewide, secure funding, and engage diverse audiences while traveling across the state to serve communities.