Island County Master Gardener Coordinator

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

Position Overview

Available Title(s): 1132-YN_ADMINPRO - Extension Coordinator Business Title: Island County Master Gardener Coordinator Employee Type: Admin. Professional (+) (Fixed Term)

Position Details

The Opportunity: As the Extension Coordinator for Agriculture & Natural Resources, you will provide leadership and management for the Master Gardener Program in Island County. In this role, you will recruit, train, lead, coordinate, and support more than 150 WSU-trained volunteers who educate the public and answer questions about home gardening. You will help expand the program’s reach throughout Island County by engaging with community members at more than 25 locations and special events. You will establish and maintain a network of empowered, effectively led volunteer teams to support program delivery and success. Working collaboratively with the Island County Master Gardener Foundation, you will help ensure a healthy, sustainable, and well-funded operation. You will also prepare and present briefings and written reports for the University, the Foundation, elected officials, and other funding partners, highlighting program outcomes and community impacts.

Additional Information

This is a full time (100% FTE), temporary position. This position is overtime eligible. Temporary End Date: This is a temporary position expected to end June 30, 2027. Renewal is dependent on the need for extension and/or if additional funding is secured to extend employment.

Salary

Monthly Salary: $4,050.92 - $5,829.37 | Commensurate with experience and qualifications

Benefits

• Paid sick and vacation leave
• Paid holidays
• Medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents
• Retirement
• Deferred compensation
• Optional supplemental retirement accounts
• Training and development
• Employee tuition waiver

For additional information, please review the detailed Summary of Benefits offered by WSU for AP staff and Total Compensation.

Required Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree in a relevant extension program discipline and two (2) years of related program experience.
• Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted for the educational requirement on a year-for-year basis.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook; demonstrated work experience using these programs.
• Experience recruiting and managing volunteers.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as in a team setting.
• The office is based on a matrix organization necessitating cooperation from different agencies, volunteers, and faculty across multiple lines of supervision.
• Experience working/collaborating with multiple public agencies, non-governmental organizations (NGO), and individuals in partnerships.
• Knowledge of, and/or experience with, program assessment and evaluation.
• Ability to work a flexible, yet structured schedule with occasional night and weekend shifts to meet the needs of program partners and grant requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience developing and demonstrating effective teaching methods for volunteers.
• Demonstrated experience in either education, public relations, or marketing.
• Demonstrated ability to work autonomously with a diverse group of volunteers and community partners.
• Demonstrated experience in organization and management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work as a team member and foster teamwork.
• Proficient in the use of personal computers and software including word processing, spreadsheets, database management, email, and familiarity with electronic slide presentations.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate and interact effectively, with persons of varying levels of responsibility and experience, both orally and in writing.

Position Sponsorship Eligibility

Not eligible for work visa sponsorship

Department & Location

Area/College: WSU Extension Department Name: Agriculture & Natural Resources Location: Coupeville, WA

Background Check

This position has been designated by the department to require a background check because it requires access to children or vulnerable adults as defined by RCW 74.34, engages in law enforcement, requires security clearance, interacts with WSU students in a counseling or advising capacity, has access to personal identifying and/or financial information, unsupervised access to university buildings/property, or other business-related need. A background check will not be completed until an initial determination of qualification for employment has been made.

Time Type & Contract

Time Type: Full time Position Term: 12 Month

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