Extension Agent

Penn State College of Education

. Serve as a county-level resource during agricultural emergencies and animal or plant health issues .

Posted 10/23/2026full-timePennsylvania • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $44,628 - $64,668 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in agricultural emergency response, biosecurity practices, and farm management while effectively delivering educational programs and building relationships with producers and community organizations.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Agricultural Emergency ResponseBiosecurity PracticesFarm ManagementEducational Program DeliveryRelationship Building

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Hard Skills

Agricultural Technical AssistanceProduction Challenges SupportSustainability PracticesRegulatory Requirements KnowledgeAnalytical Laboratory Services Support

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsCommunity OutreachCollaborationFlexibilityProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

Virtual Learning PlatformsCommunication Technology

Certifications & Qualifications

Valid Driver's License

Industry Keywords

Agricultural EducationAnimal SciencePlant ScienceAgronomyNutrient Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as a county-level resource during agricultural emergencies and animal or plant health issues
Support responses to Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza and other biosecurity concerns
Help producers develop farm biosecurity plans and best management practices
Provide general agricultural technical assistance and on-farm consultations
Respond to client questions with science-based recommendations, resources, referrals, and connections to Penn State expertise
Assist producers with production challenges, farm profitability, sustainability, emerging technologies, and regulatory requirements
Support use of agricultural analytical and diagnostic laboratory services
Plan, coordinate, and deliver agricultural education programs in in-person, virtual, and hybrid formats
Organize workshops, field days, demonstrations, producer meetings, clinics, tours, fairs, and other Extension events
Coordinate local delivery of statewide Extension initiatives
Promote Extension programs through community outreach and partnerships
Represent Penn State Extension within the assigned county
Build relationships with producers, agribusinesses, organizations, agencies, community leaders, and elected officials
Identify emerging agricultural issues and communicate local needs to Extension leadership and program teams
Participate in onboarding, technical training, professional development, and statewide collaborative initiatives
Work with Extension Educators, faculty, specialists, and county staff to strengthen program delivery

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
Valid driver's license
Ability to travel extensively throughout the assigned county and occasionally statewide
Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends
Successful completion of background checks
Successful completion of a motor vehicle records check
Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
Preferred: degree in Animal Science, Agricultural Science, Plant Science, Agronomy, Agricultural Education, or closely related field
Preferred: experience with livestock, crop, or diversified agricultural production systems
Preferred: knowledge of agricultural production practices, biosecurity, nutrient management, farm management, or related areas
Preferred: ability to build relationships with agricultural producers, community organizations, and partner agencies
Preferred: experience using technology for communication, educational programming, and virtual learning

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
Robust retirement plans
Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time
75% tuition discount for employees and eligible spouses and children