Global Teach Ag Network Program Specialist

About the role

The Global Teach Ag Network is seeking a Program Specialist to develop, deliver, manage and evaluate the Global Teach Ag Network portfolio of educator professional development programs from conception to evaluation. This position will provide program coordination and technical assistance to a digital community of practice comprised of external stakeholders focused on food security and international agriculture. This position will develop and maintain relationships with external partners, organizations, industry and agencies. They will supervise undergraduate interns to create marketing materials for educational programs; as well as prepare and submit project reports.

Responsibilities

• Develop, deliver, manage and evaluate the Global Teach Ag Network portfolio of educator professional development programs from conception to evaluation.
• These programs are focused on topics related to food security, international agriculture, and global learning in agriculture.
• Program coordination and technical assistance to a digital community of practice comprised of external stakeholders.
• A working knowledge of best practices for cultivating a digital community, community moderation, and program implementation skills in the Mighty Networks digital platform.
• Supervise undergraduate interns to create marketing materials for educational programs.
• Mentor undergraduate interns in best practices in the creation of materials, including the use of digital software tools such as Adobe Express and the development of communication that conveys key points to stakeholder audiences.
• Develop and maintain relationships with external partners, organizations, industry and agencies.
• Assist with program evaluation and creation of program evaluation executive summary statements.

Requirements

This position offers a flexible work arrangement that combines remote and on-campus work. Questions related to flexible work should be directed to the hiring manager during the interview process.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree
• 1+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted
• Required Certifications: None

Skills

None specifically listed, but a working knowledge of best practices for cultivating a digital community, community moderation, and program implementation skills in the Mighty Networks digital platform is required.

Benefits

Salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $54,060.00 - $78,444.00. Salary Structure - Information on Penn State's salary structure. 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. For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page.

Pay

$54,060.00 - $78,444.00

Schedule

Flexible work arrangement that combines remote and on-campus work.