Remote Farm Management & Finance Educator

Penn State University; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn State Extension is seeking an entrepreneurial Farm Management Extension Educator to strengthen financial and strategic decision-making for Pennsylvania’s agricultural producers. You will develop, deliver, and evaluate research-based programs, lead needs assessments, and translate applied research into practical tools for stakeholders.

Based in western Pennsylvania with statewide reach, you will collaborate across disciplines, secure external funding, and measure program impacts to drive

Qualifications

• Candidates must possess effective communication skills (verbal and written), interpersonal skills, and the ability to build effective working relationships.
• The candidate must be very organized and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and standard financial software; statistics software is preferred.
• Degree(s) in agricultural economics, economics, business administration, business, agricultural business management, finance or related disciplines; related experience is valued.

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 program objectives, and evaluate outcomes for relevance and impact.
• Translate applied research into practical tools, materials, and technical assistance for producers and agribusinesses.
• Coordinate and manage educational events, workshops, and outreach activities to enhance learning.
• Build partnerships and collaborate across Extension teams and external stakeholders.
• Conduct applied research, report program impacts, and secure/expend external funding for sustainability.
• Contribute to team initiatives and organizational goals within Penn State Extension.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organization

Microsoft Office

Education

Agricultural economics

Economics

Business administration

Agricultural business management

Finance

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Financial software

Statistics software

Job description

Penn State Extension is seeking an entrepreneurial Farm Management Extension Educator to strengthen financial and strategic decision-making for Pennsylvania’s agricultural producers. You will develop, deliver, and evaluate research-based programs, lead needs assessments, and translate applied research into practical tools for stakeholders.

Based in western Pennsylvania with statewide reach, you will collaborate across disciplines, secure external funding, and measure program impacts to drive