Community Gardens Education & Volunteer Coordinator

Manatee County Government, Work That Matters; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Manatee County Government, Work That Matters, is seeking a Program Specialist to support Extension education programs in the Agriculture & Extension Division. The role focuses on community gardens, volunteer programs, and public outreach to diverse audiences, including youth aged 5–18, in Palmetto, FL.

Responsibilities include coordinating staff and volunteers, delivering presentations and workshops, developing lesson plans, maintaining safety, and building partnerships with community groups and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in education, youth development, community development/sociology, natural/environmental sciences, recreation, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Oversees one or more volunteer programs, including recruitment, training, placement, and scheduling.
• Plans, develops, markets, schedules, and delivers public educational programs, including presentations, workshops, exhibits, and special projects.
• Represents assigned programs at outreach events by staffing booths, setting up and breaking down displays, distributing educational and promotional materials.

Education

Bachelor's degree in education, youth development, community development/sociology, natural/environmental sciences, recreation, or related field

Job description

Manatee County Government, Work That Matters, is seeking a Program Specialist to support Extension education programs in the Agriculture & Extension Division. The role focuses on community gardens, volunteer programs, and public outreach to diverse audiences, including youth aged 5–18, in Palmetto, FL.

Responsibilities include coordinating staff and volunteers, delivering presentations and workshops, developing lesson plans, maintaining safety, and building partnerships with community groups and