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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:Penn State Extension is seeking a
Master Gardener Coordinator to oversee the general function and activities of the
Penn State Extension Master Gardener (MG) volunteer program in Cumberland County. The coordinator works under the supervision of the Area Coordinator and State Master Gardener Coordinator. For the Cumberland County program, the coordinator will work closely with MG volunteers to provide education on sustainable horticulture practices to county residents.Specific duties include:
- Serve as the Penn State Extension Master Gardener program spokesperson for Cumberland County.
- Serve as the liaison between the county extension office, the state-level MG Program and the volunteers.
- Empower, organize, and lead MG volunteers to educate county residents about horticultural and environmental issues through community outreach projects.
- Prepare program impact reports on a quarterly and annual basis.
- Recruit, select, and train new volunteers.
- Ensure volunteers' compliance with Penn State policies.
- Oversee volunteer projects.
- Identify opportunities and educational needs of consumers and stakeholders in the county.
- Identify, coordinate, and promote volunteer continuing education opportunities.
- Coordinate both general and committee meetings for volunteers.
- Create a program budget for project income and expenses and fundraise where appropriate using education-based strategies.
- Engage community members as appropriate to promote Extension, the Master Gardener Program and Penn State.
- Use technology, mass media and personal contacts to promote MG public education programs and events.
- Contribute to select state-level projects (exact project determined by coordinator interest and skill set).
- Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the State Master Gardener Coordinator.
This is a limited term position funded for one year from date of hire with excellent possibility of refunding. This position comes with an outstanding benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance; retirement; generous paid leave (holiday, vacation, sick, and parental leave); reduced tuition for employees and their dependents at Penn State campuses; and a family-friendly environment.
Required Qualifications:This position will be filled at the level of
Professional or
Intermediate Professional, depending on the final applicant's experience and education. The
Professional level requires a minimum of a bachelor's degree or higher in horticulture, environmental science, or human sciences. Additional education and/or experience are required for higher-level positions. Additional requirements include:
- Demonstrated ability to manage volunteers
- Ability to inspire and develop leadership in individuals and committees
- Ability to build and maintain community partnerships
- Experience in adult or non-formal education
- Strong organizational and communication skills (both oral and written)
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.The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in all of its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusive excellence that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusive excellence as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission. The salary range for this position, including all possible grades is:$42,100.00 - $74,000.00Salary Structure - additional information on Penn State's job and salary structure.
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