Extension Educator, Field And Forage Crops

Penn State Golf Courses

York, PA, USA
$51,000.00 - $74,000.00; not specified; comprehens...
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Agronomic practices
Nutrient management
Pesticide management
The College of Agricultural Sciences is seeking an Extension Educator trained in Agronomy, Nutrient Management, Agri-business Management, or Precision Agriculture to join our nationally recognized Penn State Extension Field and Forage Crops State Team

Job Summary

  • The College of Agricultural Sciences is seeking an Extension Educator trained in Agronomy, Nutrient Management, Agri-business Management, or Precision Agriculture to join our nationally recognized Penn State Extension Field and Forage Crops State Team.
  • Key objectives include adoption of sustainable, economic agronomic production practices; adoption of production practices that contribute to improved water quality through reduced nutrient and pesticide contamination; develop diverse, value-added crop production enterprises that contribute to economic growth; and improve pesticide management practices.
  • Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being, including a generous 75% tuition discount.

Matching Summary

The College of Agricultural Sciences is seeking an Extension Educator trained in Agronomy, Nutrient Management, Agri-business Management, or Precision Agriculture to join our nationally recognized Penn State Extension Field and Forage Crops State Team.

Salary

$51,000.00 - $74,000.00; Not specified; Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, robust retirement plans, substantial paid time off, 75% tuition discount

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Agronomic practices
  • Nutrient management
  • Pesticide management
  • Sustainable production practices
  • Water quality improvement
  • Economic growth initiatives

Nice-to-have

  • Interdisciplinary collaborations
  • Diverse external funding
  • Risk-taking and innovation
  • Teamwork and diversity
  • Spanish communication skills

Key Requirements

  • Master's Degree
  • 1+ years of relevant experience
  • Valid driver's license
  • Authorized to work in the U.S.

Work Rights

Not specified

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