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Penn State Extension Educator: AGNR Energy Team

The Pennsylvania State University
paid time off, sick time, remote work
United States, Pennsylvania, Reading
Mar 06, 2026
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The Extension Educator will develop and teach appropriate curriculum on energy development and the effects of this development on agriculture, economics, and communities. The individual will work independently, collaboratively, and across multiple disciplines to conduct holistic needs assessments, establish learning objectives, develop educational materials, host educational programs and projects, utilize evaluation to measure program success, and develop appropriate impact documentation to illustrate the value and relevancy of quality programming. The Extension Educator will be responsible for growing partnerships, program offerings and publications, funding, and stakeholder impacts. Responsibilities: Develop educational materials that are tailored toward each audience in 36 communities across Pennsylvania. This development will be done collaboratively with other members of the energy team and should consider the types of energy development that exist in each community and proposed new energy projects. This development should consider and anticipate questions and concerns that come from farmers, landowners, elected officials, and community members. Deliver educational materials. This should be a combination of in-person workshops, articles, videos, and other delivery methods. This delivery should be a high-quality translation of complicated information that is distilled into language and examples that are accessible to non-experts in energy. Develop partnerships with stakeholders. In order to develop, deliver, and market energy programs in communities across the Commonwealth, partnerships with knowledge and community-based stakeholders will need to be developed, nurtured, and strengthened. Conduct evaluations, surveys and needs assessments to build knowledge and evaluate impact of energy production. MINIMUM EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS Master's Degree 1+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted Required Certifications: None BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. This position requires that you operate a motor vehicle as a part of your job duties. A valid driver's license and successful completion of a motor vehicle records check will be required in addition to standard background checks. Penn State does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a staff employment Visa. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. SALARY & BENEFITS The salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $51,000.00 - $74,000.00. 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