Horticulture Extension Educator/Master Gardener Coordinator - Chester County

Specific Duties:

• Serve as the main communication link between the county Extension office and the county volunteers. Communicate information from the State Master Gardener Coordinator's office to all volunteers.

• Become familiar with information and resources listed in the Penn State Extension Master Gardener Coordinator's Manual. Provide the information to volunteers when applicable.

• Oversee Master Gardener volunteer projects either directly or by communicating with committee chairs. Approve/disapprove proposed activities based on their educational purpose, the current volunteer manpower available for new projects, and liability. Assist with purchasing needs and processes, website, and social media oversight.

• Work to recruit, select, and train new Master Gardener volunteers.

• Oversee the county volunteer portal used for recording hours and continuing education. Provide volunteer recognition.

• Be responsible for evaluating and reporting Master Gardener outreach activities; complete the annual report due to The Pennsylvania State University in October of each year.

• Assure that all volunteers comply with the Master Gardener Policy Statement.

• Assign requests for Master Gardener assistance to individual volunteers or committees.

• Answer inquiries about the Master Gardener program and serve as spokesperson when needed. Be available consistently at the Extension office for volunteer support and guidance.

• Chair (or advise) the county Master Gardener Program Advisory Committee, if applicable.

• Coordinate business/program development meetings for all county Master Gardener volunteers.

• Organize continuing education opportunities for Master Gardener volunteers.

• Assure that affirmative action requirements are met when recruiting volunteers.

• Present Master Gardener requests for funding (project materials, travel, registration fees, educational resources, etc.) to the Business Operations Manager for approval.

This is a limited term position funded for one year from date of hire with excellent possibility of refunding.This position offers a flexible work arrangement that combines remote and on-campus work.Questions related to flexible work should be directed to the hiring manager during the interview process.

Education and Experience:

Minimum requirements for this position include a bachelor's degree.

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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