Extension Educator, Field And Forage Crops

Penn State University

York, PA, USA
Base: $51,000.00 - $74,000.00; bonus/equity: not s...
Hybrid
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.
  • The successful candidate will be based in York County and will be part of a state team and thus expected to participate and deliver programs across the state.

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

Base: $51,000.00 - $74,000.00; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: 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
  • Develop original content
  • Applied research collaboration

Nice-to-have

  • Interdisciplinary collaborations
  • Diverse external funding portfolio
  • Risk-taking and innovation

Key Requirements

  • Master's Degree
  • 1+ years of relevant experience
  • Valid driver's license
  • Use of a private automobile
  • Ability to travel across several counties

Work Rights

Authorized to work in the U.S.

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