Island County Master Gardener Coordinator

Washington State University; Washington; On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick and vacation leave

Paid holidays

Medical, dental, life and disability保险

Retirement

Deferred compensation

Training and development

Employee tuition waiver

Job summary

Washington State University Extension in Coupeville, WA seeks an Extension Coordinator to lead the Island County Master Gardener Program. You will recruit, train, and supervise over 150 volunteers who educate the public on home gardening, coordinating activities at 25+ locations and special events.

You will collaborate with the Island County Master Gardener Foundation to ensure a healthy, funded operation, and prepare briefings and reports for stakeholders including the University, donors, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant extension program discipline with two years of related experience (or equivalent).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Experience recruiting and managing volunteers.
• Ability to work independently and in a team within a matrix organization.
• Experience collaborating with public agencies and NGOs; strong program assessment skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and management for the Island County Master Gardener Program.
• Recruit, train, lead, coordinate, and support 150+ volunteers.
• Engage with community members at 25+ locations and events to expand reach.
• Prepare and present briefings and written reports to the University, Foundation, officials, and partners.

Skills

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Volunteer recruitment

Independent work

Public agency collaboration

Program assessment/evaluation

Flexible schedule

Education

Bachelor's degree in extension program

Job description

Online applications must be received before 11:59pm on:

October 20, 2026

If a date is not listed above, review the Applicant Instructions below for more details.

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.

Monthly Salary

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

In accordance with RCW 49.58.110, the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidate’s current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position.

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
• and 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

About Department/College/Area/Campus

https://extension.wsu.edu/island/

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

Full time

Position Term

12 Month

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