Posting Details
Posting Details
Posting Number
0801841
Classification Title
Extension Educator
Working Title
Department
JWG 1890 Land-Grant
Department Contact Email
[contact details available in the full listing]
Job Summary/Basic Function
The Extension Educator will provide producer outreach activities,
coordination, and education for the Advancing Markets for Producers
( AMP ) project. The educator will recruit and use integrated,
multi-disciplinary approaches to support farmers in implementing
AMP activities and develop marketing strategies for their produce.
Including but not limited to labeling, direct marketing, online
sales tools, social media marketing, community supported
agriculture ( CSA ), cooperative markets, and others. Key
responsibilities include recruiting farmers, providing education
about production systems, solving production and marketing
challenges, collecting production and sales data, and developing
marketing channels for farmers involved with the project. The
educator will also contribute to the development of outreach
materials, organize producer meetings and cohort activities. This
requires traveling within Ohio to participating farm sites.
CONTINUATION OF THIS POSITION IS EXPECTED TO 10/31/2028;
HOWEVER, IT IS CONTINGENT ON THE ANNUAL REVIEW AND RENEWAL OF
FEDERAL FUNDING .
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Production Outreach and Engagement
- Assist in recruiting farmers to participate in the Advancing
Markets for Producers ( AMP ) project
Develop and implement effective and innovative educational
programming on utilizing slurry manure-based fertilizer for
vegetable production
Develop and deliver educational programming on regenerative
agriculture o Coordinate producer engagement activities (field
days, demos, trainings, and cohort meetings).
Develop fact sheets, videos and educational materials regarding
vegetable production with manure-based fertilizer and regenerative
practices
Assist farmers enrolled in the grant to obtain a farm number
from the USDA -Farm Service Agency
Provide resources to farmers on programs available through USDA
agencies
Provide on‑site technical assistance to farmers and document
production activities.
Marketing
- Develop marketing strategies for farmers enrolled in the grant
for specialty crop products.
- Develop and deliver educational programming on marketing
strategies such as labeling, direct marketing, online sales tools,
social media marketing, community supported agriculture ( CSA ),
cooperative markets, and others for farmers enrolled in the grant
and other CSU Extension stakeholders.
- Create partnerships with collaborating agencies, organizations,
and other stakeholder groups to create marketing opportunities for
specialty crop products in Ohio, with an emphasis on those grown
with climate-smart technologies
- Provide resources to farmers on programs available through USDA
agencies
- Develop effective and contemporary approaches to plan, deliver
and evaluate programming for farmers regarding marketing specialty
crop products
- Conduct demonstrations, programs and meetings to educate
farmers about new technology and practices related to marketing
specialty crops.
- Provide technical assistance on marketing topics and issues. o
Gather and organize marketing‑related data (sales logs, buyer
contacts) to support educator‑led efforts.
Minimum Qualifications
Team Support & Safety
- Assist project staff in meeting AMP objectives and
timelines.
- Participate as a member of the CSU Extension ANR team to share
program ideas and deliverable to be used by ANR educators with
other farmers in Ohio.
- Develop regular and effective communications and working
relationships with colleagues, partners and stakeholders.
- Collect, record, and evaluate program impacts for reporting
requirements
- Establish professional relationships with faculty on campus to
enhance extension programming.
- Represent CSU Extension with groups and organizations involved
with marketing channels and regenerative agriculture
- Ensure that programs and activities are available to all
interested people in accordance with applicable equal
opportunity/civil rights laws and best practices.
- Uphold a respectful, professional communication style both oral
and in written form
- Attend professional development opportunities.
- Recruit and supervise student assistants for field tasks.
- Follow safety protocols and maintain professional communication
with farmers and partners.
- Other responsibilities as assigned.
Experience and Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in agronomy, horticulture, agricultural
marketing/economics, extension education, or a closely related
agricultural field.
- Experience delivering outreach, education, or technical
assistance to farmers or agricultural audiences.
- Experience in marketing, sales, economic analysis, or data
evaluation for niche, specialty crop and organic farmers
- Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to work
both independently and collaboratively.
- Proficiency with reporting, presentation, data‑tracking tools,
and online communication/marketing platforms.
- Evidence of ability to work independently and within a team
environment
- Valid driver’s license and reliable, insured transportation;
ability to work evenings and weekends if needed.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s degree in agronomy, horticulture, agricultural
marketing/economics, extension education, or related field.
- Experience working with small‑scale vegetables and row‑crop
producers.
- Extension or other informal educational experience (e.g.,
workshops, field demonstrations, extension programs).
- Knowledge of extension program planning, evaluation, and
outreach principles.
- Demonstrated ability to build partnerships with agencies,
organizations, producer networks, and diverse stakeholders, strong
interpersonal skills.
Posting Date
07/20/2026
Closing Date
Open Until Filled
No
Special Instructions to Applicants
Travel Requirements
- Regular in‑state travel required, occasional evenings and
weekends.
All offers of employment at Central State University are contingent
upon the successful completion of a comprehensive background check.
This may include, but is not limited to, verification of education
and employment history, criminal history check, driving record (if
applicable), drug screening, and tax compliance review. Certain
positions may require additional screenings based on job
responsibilities, regulatory requirements, or funding sources.
Failure to successfully complete the required background check or
provide accurate and complete information may result in withdrawal
of an offer or termination of employment.
Work Authorization: Applicants must be legally authorized to
work in the United States at the time of hire and throughout their
employment. The University is not able to sponsor employment visas
for this position now or in the future.
Position Category
Staff - Monthly (Exempt)
Budgeted Annual Salary
Commensurate with experience
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Required Documents
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Unofficial Transcripts
Optional Documents
