Hybrid Horticulture Outreach Coordinator

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign; Urbana (IL); Hybrid; USD 58,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Tuition waivers

Job summary

University of Illinois Extension in Urbana-Champaign seeks a Visiting Extension Outreach Associate in Agriculture and Agribusiness (Horticulture) to develop, deliver, and evaluate horticulture education and Master Gardener curricula across Illinois. The role requires collaboration with campus faculty, staff, and volunteers to plan trainings, resources, and outreach initiatives.

The position is full-time, 12-month, with in-state hybrid remote work options.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in education, agriculture, agriculture sciences, horticulture or a related field; degree to be completed by hire date.
• Experience organizing information and groups of stakeholders or volunteers.
• Experience with project/curriculum development in a professional or educational setting.

Responsibilities

• Deliver educational programs, trainings, and resources that support program deliverables.
• Facilitate communications, meetings, and outreach strategies for groups and communities.
• Develop and manage projects related to MG products for horticulture and environmental stewardship.

Skills

Stakeholder coordination

Curriculum development

Data management

Qualtrics familiarity

Education

Bachelors degree in education/agriculture/horticulture

Tools

None

Job description

University of Illinois Extension in Urbana-Champaign seeks a Visiting Extension Outreach Associate in Agriculture and Agribusiness (Horticulture) to develop, deliver, and evaluate horticulture education and Master Gardener curricula across Illinois. The role requires collaboration with campus faculty, staff, and volunteers to plan trainings, resources, and outreach initiatives.

The position is full-time, 12-month, with in-state hybrid remote work options.