PCEI Horticulture Coordinator

AmeriCorps; Moscow (ID); On-site; USD 24,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Living allowance

Education award

Loan forbearance

Childcare allowance

Professional development

Job summary

AmeriCorps is seeking a Horticulture Coordinator to oversee the native plant nursery and landscape management at the Palouse Nature Center, under supervision from the Project Manager and in collaboration with PCEI staff. The role includes coordinating landscape maintenance and, at times, assisting at local restoration sites in Moscow, Idaho.

The ideal candidate has horticulture background, strong communication, leadership and teaching abilities, and a willingness to perform outdoor physical work

Qualifications

• Must be at least 20 years old
• Must be a U.S. citizen, national or lawful permanent resident
• Valid driver’s license and good driving record
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Commit to the full term of service
• Pass fingerprint criminal history background check

Responsibilities

• Native plant nursery management and tracking (costs, inventory, plant health and mortality, sales, donations, etc.)
• Landscape stewardship at Palouse Nature Center and Rose Creek Nature Preserve
• Children’s Edible Garden planting and maintenance
• Volunteer leader and educator for horticultural events and outreach
• Horticulture event tracking and supervision
• Assist in development of horticulture program plans and procedures.

Skills

Verbal & written communication

Group coordination

Teaching experience

Time management

Computer skills

Outdoor physical labor

Lifting 50 lbs

Ecology/Conservation knowledge

Education

Some college

Job description

Job Summary

The Horticulture Coordinator will oversee the success of PCEI native plant nursery and landscape management of the Palouse Nature Center with supervision and direction from the Project Manager and collaboration with all PCEI staff. The member will coordinate ongoing landscape maintenance at the Palouse Nature Center and at times assist at local restoration project sites.

Desired Qualifications

• Excellent verbal, written & graphic communication abilities; Experience organizing/coordinating groups/projects; Experience leading/teaching people of various ages; Demonstrated time management and problem-solving abilities; Demonstrated computer skills; Experience doing physical labor outdoors in various weather conditions and terrain; Able to lift at least 50 lbs.; Knowledge of ecology, conservation, restoration, horticulture, land management, education, adult learning, curriculum and instruction, or related fields.

Position Requirements

• Must be at least 20 years of age
• Must be U.S. citizen, national or lawful permanent resident
• Valid driver’s license & good driving record
• Must possess high school diploma/equivalent
• Must commit to the full term of service
• Must successfully pass fingerprint criminal history background check

Equal Opportunity Statement

THIS PROGRAM IS AVAILABLE TO ALL, WITHOUT DISCRIMINATION BASED ON RACE, COLOR, SEX, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, PREGNANCY, RELIGION, AGE, NATIONAL ORIGIN, GENETIC INFORMATION, DISABILITY, MILITARY STATUS, FAMILIAL STATUS, POLITICAL AFFILIATION, OR ANY OTHER CHARACTERISTIC PROTECTED BY LAW.

Member Benefits

• A taxable, monthly living allowance totaling $22,200 for an 11-mo, 1700-hr term
• An education award of $7,395 upon successful completion of term of service
• Loan forbearance
• Childcare allowance for those who qualify
• Professional development, trainings & networking opportunities.

Member Duties

• Native plant nursery management and tracking (costs, inventory, plant health and mortality, sales, donations, etc.)
• Landscape stewardship at Palouse Nature Center and Rose Creek Nature Preserve
• Children’s Edible Garden planting and maintenance
• Volunteer leader and educator for horticultural events and outreach
• Horticulture event tracking and supervision
• Assist in development of horticulture program plans and procedures.

Ideal Candidate

Horticulture background/education, landscape/gardening experience

Program Benefits

• Childcare assistance if eligible , Health Coverage , Living Allowance , Training , Education award upon successful completion of service .

Terms

• Permits attendance at school during off hours
• Car recommended
• Permits working at another job during off hours

Service Areas

• Environment
• Education
• Children/Youth
• Community Outreach

Skills

• Team Work
• Public Speaking
• Environment
• Education
• Leadership
• Teaching/Tutoring
• General Skills

Program

PCEI Horticulture Coordinator

Program Start/End Date

09/16/2026 - 08/15/2027

Work Schedule

Full Time

Education level

Some college

Age Requirement

Minimum: 20 Maximum: 99

Program Locations

IDAHO

Languages

English

Accepting Applications

From 09/08/2026 To 09/18/2026

Contact

Courtney Warner

1040 Rodeo Dr

Moscow ID 83843

2088821444