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CCE of Warren County Community Horticulture Coordinator – Warrensburg, NY

The Community Horticulture Coordinator is responsible for the Master Gardener (MG) Volunteer and related programs for Cornell Cooperative Extension (CCE) of Warren County. The Coordinator works with volunteers and the supervisor to coordinate and deliver educational programs on topics like gardening and horticulture, plant sales, soils, invasive species, ticks and tick-borne diseases, small-scale farming, youth gardening, and more.The Coordinator also collaborates with other teams and experts to deliver educational programs and training.

This position helps build and maintain positive relationships with MG volunteers, remaining current on emerging horticulture issues serving as a subject matter resource for constituent audiences. This is a “hands on” position with no task too big or too small to handle, helping to ensure constituents value the support and resources as part of the vital work of CCE.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree. Associates degree plus 2 yrs. transferrable program/functional experience may substitute for a Bachelor’s degree.
• Experience relevant to the role of the position.
• Commitment to helping ensure diverse, equitable, and inclusive programs.
• Ability to meet the frequent travel requirements associated with this position. A valid NYS driver's license with the ability to drive and driving record acceptable for Association insurance coverage are required.
• Ability to work flexible hours which may include evenings and/or weekends, as appropriate
• Program Skills: Ability to effectively manage, coordinate, and deliver assigned programs. Ability to serve as an effective subject matter resource, assist with budgets, grants, and fundraising. Ability to recruit, engage, and motivate volunteers and program participants. Maintain confidentiality. Effectively participate in professional team efforts.
• Communication & Marketing Skills: Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing.Ability to effectively market programs through social, print and other media, resulting in robust program participation.
• Technology Skills: Ability to learn and effectively use software including use of the internet, program related software, and Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Publisher, and Excel.Ability to adapt quickly to new technologies, including for virtual programming.
• Work Environment: In addition to the Working Conditions; the work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions. This position works in a typical office environment. In addition, the position frequently lifts, moves, or transports program related materials and equipment.The position regularly works in garden and outdoor weather conditions including extreme heat, precipitation and cold – especially during the gardening seasons. This position regularly performs or demonstrates gardening and horticulture techniques during the gardening season.

Preferred Qualifications

• Degree, coursework, or experience in horticulture, annuals, perennials, and woody ornamentals, gardening, growing vegetables, plant pathology, entomology, landscaping, gardening, invasive species, Integrated Pest Management, small or beginning farms, ticks and tick borne diseases.

Position Details

This is a part-time (30 hours/week), nonexempt position. Compensation paid at the rate of $22.50 per hour. Excellent benefits, based on eligibility, including:

• Paid Vacation, Sick, and Personal leave
• Paid Holidays
• NYS Health Insurance Program (including free Dental Insurance)
• NYS Retirement (NYSERS)
• Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Total Care Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tax Deferred Annuity Plan
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Group Universal Life Insurance
• Personal Accidental Insurance
• Legal Plan Insurance
• Long Term Care Insurance
• Auto and Homeowner’s Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• New York’s College Savings Program
• ClearPoint Credit Counseling Solutions

All applications must be received on-line by 11:59 pm on August 6, 2024. Position closing dates may change based on Association needs.

To Apply & For Further Details: https://cornell.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/CCECareerPage/job/New-York-State-Other/CCE-of-Warren-County-Community-Horticulture-Coordinator---Warrensburg--NY_WDR-00047137

Cornell Cooperative Extension is a collaboration among Cornell University, the United States Department of Agriculture, the State of New York, and the residents of New York State. Per NYS Law, county and regional extension service associations are subordinate governmental agencies. This employment opportunity is with the entities listed and not with Cornell University. Cornell Cooperative Extension is an employer and educator recognized for valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities. Individuals who bring a diverse perspective and are supportive of diversity are strongly encouraged to apply.

Last updated July 24, 2024