Remote Farm Management & Economics Educator

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

Benefits offered by this job

75% tuition discount

Job summary

Penn State Extension seeks a Farm Management Extension Educator to develop, deliver, and evaluate research-based programs improving farm finance, budgeting, and strategic decision-making for Pennsylvanian producers. The role requires collaboration across Extension teams and external stakeholders.

The educator drives program development, measures impacts, and helps grow a robust funding portfolio through grants, contracts, and revenue generation. Travel and statewide outreach are expected.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities and relationship-building
• Strong organizational skills with ability to manage multiple projects
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and financial/software tools preferred

Responsibilities

• Develop, deliver, and evaluate educational programs in farm financial management and business planning
• Conduct needs assessments and evaluate outcomes for measurable impact
• Translate research into practical tools and materials for producers
• Coordinate events, workshops, and outreach activities to enhance learning
• Build partnerships and secure diverse funding to sustain programs
• Contribute to team initiatives and cross-unit collaborations

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Microsoft Office

Financial software

Spanish

Education

Master's degree in agricultural economics or related field

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Financial software

Statistics software

Job description

Penn State Extension seeks a Farm Management Extension Educator to develop, deliver, and evaluate research-based programs improving farm finance, budgeting, and strategic decision-making for Pennsylvanian producers. The role requires collaboration across Extension teams and external stakeholders.

The educator drives program development, measures impacts, and helps grow a robust funding portfolio through grants, contracts, and revenue generation. Travel and statewide outreach are expected.