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AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS
This individual will coordinate the Master Gardener Program in Warren County and will work closely with the Master Gardeners to provide education on sustainable horticulture practices to the residents of the county.
This position is part-time, 12 hours per week.
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 Warren County.
Serve as the liaison between the County Extension offices, the state-level MG Program, and thevolunteers.
With theassistanceof the MG volunteers, provide community outreach to educate consumersabout horticultural and environmental issues in the county.
Work with Master Volunteer Committeesto:initiate, staff, manage, evaluate, and prepare programimpact reports; recruit, select, and train new volunteers; assure volunteers’ compliance with PennState policies; oversee volunteer projects; identify and promote volunteer professional developmentopportunities; manage business/program development meetings for volunteers; manage volunteerfiscal matters.
Engage community members asappropriate topromote Extension, the Master Gardener Program,and Penn State.
Develop revenue-generating strategies to secureadditionalresources for the Master GardenerProgram.
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, massmedia,and personal contacts in the delivery and management of high-qualityExtension educational programs.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the State Master Gardener Coordinator.
Attend occasionalout-of-townor 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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