Benton-Franklin Counties Master Gardener Programs Coordinator

Title:

1132-YN_ADMINPRO - Extension Coordinator

Business Title:

Benton-Franklin Counties Master Gardener Programs Coordinator

Additional Titles:

Location:

BENTON CO EXTENSION-KENNEWICK

Employee Type:

Admin. Professional (+) (Fixed Term)

Job Family:

Administrative Professional - OT Eligible

Position Details:

Summary of Duties:

This position coordinates the WSU Benton-Franklin Extension Master Gardener Program and enhances volunteer opportunities with other existing local programs. The position creates stable programs focused on public outreach conducted by engaged volunteers who are peaceful, productive, and appreciated.  Currently, the WSU Extension Master Gardener Program provides horticulture education and other related services to the Benton and Franklin counties through over 100 volunteers. 

Required Qualifications:

A Bachelor’s degree in a relevant extension program discipline and two (2) years of related program experience. Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted for the educational requirement on a year-for-year basis.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook; demonstrated work experience using these programs.
• Experience recruiting and managing volunteers.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as in a team setting. The office is based on a matrix organization necessitating cooperation from different agencies, volunteers, and faculty across multiple lines of supervision.
• Experience working/collaborating with multiple public agencies, NGOs, and individuals in partnerships.
• Knowledge of, and/or experience with, program assessment and evaluation.
• Ability to work in a variety of outdoor weather conditions.
• Work may be solitary in remote locations.
• Ability to remain alert while driving for long distances and to drive extended   distances occasionally.
• Flexible work hours that occasionally include evenings and weekends.
• Occasional travel outside the county is expected on a year-round basis including possible overnight travel
• Reliable transportation (mileage reimbursed) is required.
• While using a private or WSU vehicle for official business, the successful candidate must have current automobile liability insurance (meeting the requirements described in RCW 46.30.020 and RCW 46.29.090) and will possess a valid driver’s license. 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of, and/or experience with, the Master Gardener or WSU Extension programs. 
• Three (3) years of related program experience, which may include supervisory- level experience.
• Experience in mediation services.
• Ability to act with professional discretion when resolving programmatic conflicts.
• Strong demonstrated written skills requiring limited editing and supervision in preparing reports, evaluations, press releases, synthesis of a broad range of materials, and effective written conveyance of program information to the public and program participants. A skill test may be administered, and candidates may be asked to demonstrate their writing abilities by drafting a sample product or demonstrate computer proficiency by creating a sample product.
• Strong demonstrated verbal communication and listening skills: public speaking, effective conveyance of program information to the public, program participants, and decision-makers.
• Demonstrated ability to relate to and collaborate with a wide range of people from varied social and economic levels, ages, races, ethnic backgrounds as well as in rural, suburban, and urban settings.
• Demonstrated ability to use database software.
• Extended teaching experience in informal or formal (i.e., school) settings. 
• Familiarity with social media: Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, etc.

Additional Information:

Area/College:

WSU Extension

Department Name:

Ag & Natural Resources

City, State, Zip:

Kennewick, WA 99336

Department Link:

https://extension.wsu.edu/benton-franklin/

Monthly Salary:

$3,750.85 - $4,162.53

In accordance with RCW 49.58.110, the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidate’s current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position.

For more information regarding Administrative Professional (AP) Compensation at Washington State University (WSU), please visit the following website: https://hrs.wsu.edu/managers/classification-compensation/ap-compensation-structure/ .

WSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid sick and vacation leave; paid holidays; medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents; retirement; deferred compensation and optional supplemental retirement accounts.

For a more detailed summary of benefits offered by WSU for AP staff visit: https://hrs.wsu.edu/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/2022-Benefit-Overview-for-Faculty-and-AP.pdf . Find total compensation information here: https://hrs.wsu.edu/managers/recruitment-toolkit/total-compensation/ .

FTE:

100%
Temporary End Date:

This is a temporary position expected to end on December 31, 2023. Renewal is dependent on the need for extension and/or if additional funding is secured to extend employment. Funding has been renewed successfully for several years and we expect funding to continue to be renewed.

Posting Close Date:

This position has been posted as Open until Filled. The screening of applicants will begin immediately and remain on-going until a finalist is identified.

Background Check:

This position has been designated by the department to require a background check because it requires access to children or vulnerable adults as defined by RCW 74.34, engages in law enforcement, requires security clearance, interacts with WSU students in a counseling or advising capacity, has access to personal identifying and/or financial information, unsupervised access to university buildings/property, or other business-related need.  A background check will not be completed until an initial determination of qualification for employment has been made.

Application Instructions:

Applicants must attach the following documents to their online application: 1) resume and 2) cover letter. Applicants are required to include contact information for professional references within the application. Application materials should clearly communicate how the applicant meets all required qualifications and additional requirements.

Required Documents:

1) Resume

2) Cover Letter

Time Type:

Full time

Position Term:

WASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EDUCATOR AND EMPLOYER. Members of ethnic minorities, women, special disabled veterans, veterans of the Vietnam-era, recently separated veterans, and other protected veteran, persons of disability and/or persons age 40 and over are encouraged to apply.

WSU employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.

WSU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resource Services: 509-335-4521 (v), Washington State TDD Relay Service: Voice Callers: 1-800-833-6384; TDD Callers: 1-800-833-6388, 509-335-1259(f), or [email protected] .