Part-Time Master Gardener Coordinator - Clarion County

The Pennsylvania State University; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

The Pennsylvania State University is seeking a part-time Master Gardener Coordinator in Clarion County to coordinate the program and educate residents on sustainable horticultural practices. The role works closely with Master Gardeners and county residents, and reports to state coordinators, with a focus on education and outreach.

You will liaise with county extension offices, recruit and train volunteers, manage committees, and develop program reports while promoting Extension activities and

Qualifications

• college degree in Horticulture, Environmental Science or similar field and/or years of experience
• ability to manage volunteers
• ability to inspire and develop leadership in individuals and committees
• ability to build and maintain community partnerships
• strong organizational and communications skills (both oral and written)
• computer literacy including Microsoft Word, SharePoint, email and web browsers
• ability to lift up to 30 pounds with or without accommodation
• possess a valid driver’s license and have access to a vehicle

Responsibilities

• Serve as the Master Gardener spokesperson in Clarion
• Liaise between the County Extension offices, the state-level MG Program, and the volunteers
• With the assistance of the MG volunteers, provide community outreach to educate consumers about horticultural and environmental issues in the county
• initiate, staff, manage, evaluate, and prepare program impact reports
• recruit, select, and train new volunteers
• assure volunteers’ compliance with Penn State policies
• oversee volunteer projects
• identify and promote volunteer professional development opportunities
• manage business/program development meetings for volunteers
• manage volunteer fiscal matters
• Engage community members as appropriate to promote Extension, the Master Gardener Program, and Penn State
• Develop revenue-generating strategies to secure additional resources for the Master Gardener Program
• Identify the opportunities and educational needs of consumers and stakeholders, and strengthen or extend the program by maintaining working relationships with the county and other organizations as appropriate
• Use technology, mass media, and personal contacts in the delivery and management of high-quality Extension educational programs
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the State Master Gardener Coordinator
• Attend occasional out-of-town or overnight meetings.

Skills

Volunteer management

Leadership development

Community partnerships

Organizational skills

Written & verbal communication

Driver's license

Vehicle access

Education

Bachelor's degree in Horticulture or Environmental Science

Tools

Microsoft Word

SharePoint

Email and web browsers

Microsoft Outlook

PowerPoint

Databases

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

This individual will coordinate the Master Gardener Program in Clarion County and work closely with the Master Gardeners to provide education on sustainable horticultural practices to county residents.

This position is part-time with 10 hours/week in Clarion. This position is administratively responsible to the Area Master Gardener Coordinator and the Statewide Master Gardener Coordinator.

The Master Gardener (MG) Coordinator will:

• Serve as the Master Gardener spokesperson in Clarion
• Serve as the liaison between the County Extension offices, the state-level MG Program, and the volunteers
• With the assistance of the MG volunteers, provide community outreach to educate consumers about horticultural and environmental issues in the county

Work with Master Volunteer Committees to:

• initiate, staff, manage, evaluate, and prepare program impact reports;
• recruit, select, and train new volunteers;
• assure volunteers’ compliance with Penn State policies;
• oversee volunteer projects;
• identify and promote volunteer professional development opportunities;
• manage business/program development meetings for volunteers;
• manage volunteer fiscal matters

• Engage community members as appropriate to promote Extension, the Master Gardener Program, and Penn State
• Develop revenue-generating strategies to secure additional resources for the Master Gardener Program
• Identify the opportunities and educational needs of consumers and stakeholders, and strengthen or extend the program by maintaining working relationships with the county and other organizations as appropriate
• Use technology, mass media, and personal contacts in the delivery and management of high-quality Extension educational programs
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the State Master Gardener Coordinator
• Attend occasional out-of-town or overnight meetings.

Required Qualifications:

• college degree in Horticulture, Environmental Science or similar field and/or years of experience
• ability to manage volunteers
• ability to inspire and develop leadership in individuals and committees
• ability to build and maintain community partnerships
• strong organizational and communications skills (both oral and written)
• computer literacy including Microsoft Word, SharePoint, email and web browsers
• ability to lift up to 30 pounds with or without accommodation
• possess a valid driver’s license and have access to a vehicle

Preferred Qualifications:

• experience managing volunteers
• horticulture background
• environmental science or related education experience in adult or non-formal education
• competency in Microsoft Outlook, PowerPoint and databases

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

This position requires the following clearances in addition to applicable background checks: PA State Police Criminal Background Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form, and Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check.

This position requires that you operate a motor vehicle as a part of your job duties. A valid driver’s license and successful completion of a motor vehicle records check will be required in addition to standard background checks.

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