Extension Agent - Northampton

Responsibilities

• Serve as a visible representative and brand ambassador for Penn State Extension within the local community.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with agricultural producers, agribusinesses, community organizations, elected officials, and local partners.
• Attend and participate in relevant local meetings, events, and activities to promote Extension programs and services.
• Identify emerging agricultural issues and communicate local needs to Extension program teams.
• Serve as Penn State Extension’s representative on County Fair Boards, as assigned.
• Coordinate, implement, and support educational programs related to horticultural production, including meetings, workshops, clinics, tours, field days, and applied research projects.
• Support State Program Team members with local program delivery in the assigned county.
• Aid in the promotion of Extension programs using professional networks and community partnerships.
• Support Vegetable team efforts at Mid-Atlantic Fruit and Vegetable Convention.
• Respond to client inquiries by providing information, referrals, and coordination with appropriate Extension resources.
• Provide individualized technical assistance to agricultural producers under the guidance of Extension Educators and faculty.
• Maintain working knowledge of Penn State agricultural analytical services and insect and plant diagnostic laboratories, including sample submission and interpretation of results.
• Develop competency in providing support related to biosecurity, nutrient management, farm management, farm safety, and other production agriculture topics through training and supervised experience.
• Participate in required training and ongoing professional development activities.
• Join and actively participate in Vegetable and Small Fruit Extension program team.
• Collaborate with local Extension staff, Educators, and faculty to enhance program effectiveness and visibility.
• Support 4-H programming by assisting with county roundups (fair), judging and knowledge bowl teams.
• Assist with educational programs related to farm stress, healthy living, and food safety for farm families.

Requirements

No prior relevant work experience required; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in horticulture, plant pathology, entomology, agricultural science, or a closely related field.
• Knowledge of horticultural crop production.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating within a team environment.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, as needed.

Skills

Not specified.

Benefits

Salary range: $44,628.00 - $64,668.00
Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children.

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