Garden Education & Volunteer Program Lead

Washington State University; Coupeville (WA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick and vacation leave

Medical, dental, life and disability保险

Retirement

Tuition waiver

Job summary

Washington State University Extension seeks an Extension Coordinator for Agriculture & Natural Resources in Island County. You will lead the Master Gardener Program, recruit and train volunteers, and coordinate activity across 25+ sites to educate the public on home gardening.

You will prepare reports for the University and funding partners, manage a matrix of partnerships, and adapt to a flexible schedule including occasional evenings or weekends.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant extension program discipline and two years of related program experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook; demonstrated work experience using these programs.
• Experience recruiting and managing volunteers.
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team setting.
• Able to cooperate across multiple lines of supervision in a matrix organization.
• Experience with public agencies, NGOs, and partnerships.
• Knowledge of program assessment and evaluation.
• Willingness for flexible schedule including some nights/weekends.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and management for the Master Gardener Program in Island County.
• Recruit, train, lead, coordinate, and support 150+ volunteers.
• Engage with community members across 25+ locations and events.
• Prepare briefings and reports for the University, Foundation, and partners.
• Collaborate with Island County Master Gardener Foundation to fund and sustain operations.

Skills

Volunteer recruitment & management

Independent work capability

Cross-agency collaboration

Microsoft Word/Excel/Outlook

Public agency/NGO collaboration

Program assessment & evaluation

Flexible schedule

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant extension program discipline

Two years of related program experience

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Washington State University Extension seeks an Extension Coordinator for Agriculture & Natural Resources in Island County. You will lead the Master Gardener Program, recruit and train volunteers, and coordinate activity across 25+ sites to educate the public on home gardening.

You will prepare reports for the University and funding partners, manage a matrix of partnerships, and adapt to a flexible schedule including occasional evenings or weekends.