Master Gardener Coordinator

Hall County • Gainesville, GA

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About The Position

The Master Gardener Coordinator coordinates the Master Gardener program in Hall County, serving on several boards and committees and overseeing volunteer management and program coordination to maintain a strong county presence in collaboration with the Extension Agent. The role includes recruiting, screening, training, supervising, and supporting volunteers; providing community horticultural education; and assisting the Extension Agent with residents’ horticultural inquiries. The position uses technology, mass media, and personal contacts to deliver and manage extension educational programs. Regular and predictable attendance is required, and other job-related duties may be assigned.

Hours of operation are Tuesday through Friday, with occasional Mondays. Weekend and evening responsibilities may occur. Work is limited to no more than 32 hours per week. The position involves both office work and outdoor coordination of gardening projects and events.

Requirements

• High school diploma required.
• Ability to recruit, train, and coordinate volunteers.
• Knowledge of gardening concepts and principles.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

Nice To Haves

• Undergraduate education in a related field preferred.
• Knowledge of gardening and the Hall County Master Gardening program highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the Master Gardener program in Hall County in collaboration with the Extension Agent.
• Serve on several boards and committees.
• Recruit, screen, and train Master Gardener volunteers.
• Supervise and support volunteers in their programs, provide direction and guidance, and monitor performance using UGA volunteer management program tools.
• Communicate with program participants and volunteers face-to-face, by email and telephone, and through social media to answer questions, facilitate learning, and maintain good rapport.
• Provide community outreach to educate citizens about horticultural issues with the assistance of Master Gardener volunteers.
• Assist the Extension Agent with horticultural inquiries from county residents.
• Use technology, mass media, and personal contacts to deliver and manage high-quality extension educational programs.
• Maintain regular and predictable attendance.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: High school or GED