Extension Educator

Penn State Cooperative Extension

Base: $42,100.00 - $74,000.00; bonus/equity: not s...
Hybrid
Master's degree required for intermediate level
Valid driver's license and vehicle records check
Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed
The position focuses on providing knowledge and educational resources to the tree fruit, vegetable, and small fruit industries to enhance their profitability

Job Summary

  • The position focuses on providing knowledge and educational resources to the tree fruit, vegetable, and small fruit industries to enhance their profitability.
  • Employees will develop and deliver educational programming using various methods including direct teaching, mass media, and distance learning technologies.
  • Penn State offers a competitive benefits package including comprehensive medical coverage, robust retirement plans, and a generous 75% tuition discount.

Matching Summary

The position focuses on providing knowledge and educational resources to the tree fruit, vegetable, and small fruit industries to enhance their profitability.

Salary

Base: $42,100.00 - $74,000.00; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, retirement plans, paid time off, 75% tuition discount

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Master's degree required for intermediate level
  • Valid driver's license and vehicle records check
  • Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed
  • Experience with grant writing and funding acquisition
  • Strong interpersonal skills for diverse audience engagement

Nice-to-have

  • Concentration in Horticulture and Entomology preferred
  • Two to three years of horticultural crop production experience
  • Creativity, energy, motivation and positive enthusiasm
  • Experience with applied research and demonstration projects
  • Proficiency in Excel, Word, PowerPoint technology

Key Requirements

  • Master's Degree with 1+ year experience or equivalent
  • Bachelor's Degree with no prior experience required for professional level
  • Valid driver's license and successful motor vehicle records check
  • Authorized to work in the U.S. (no visa sponsorship)
  • None

Work Rights

Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

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