Yakima-kittitas Master Gardener Coordinator

Washington State University

Union Gap, WA, US
Monthly: $3,900.88 - $5,613; commensurate with exp...
Manage 150+ trained volunteers
Develop community education programs
Coordinate with county foundation partners
The role provides overall leadership and management of the Master Gardener program to empower volunteers in educating the public about home gardening

Job Summary

  • The role provides overall leadership and management of the Master Gardener program to empower volunteers in educating the public about home gardening.
  • The position involves recruiting, training, and deploying more than 150 WSU-trained volunteers to serve growing populations in Yakima and Kittitas Counties.
  • WSU offers a comprehensive benefits package including paid sick leave, medical insurance, retirement plans, and employee tuition waivers.

Matching Summary

The role provides overall leadership and management of the Master Gardener program to empower volunteers in educating the public about home gardening.

Salary

Monthly: $3,900.88 - $5,613; Commensurate with experience; Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Manage 150+ trained volunteers
  • Develop community education programs
  • Coordinate with county foundation partners
  • Prepare written reports for stakeholders
  • Work flexible hours including evenings

Nice-to-have

  • Experience in public relations or marketing
  • Demonstrated teaching methods for volunteers
  • Ability to work autonomously with diverse groups
  • Proficiency in database management software
  • Strong oral and written communication skills

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in relevant extension discipline
  • Two years of related program experience
  • Valid driver's license meeting SPPM 7.10 standards
  • Background check clearance for vulnerable adults
  • Eligibility to work in the United States

Work Rights

Must be U.S. citizen or lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizen

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