Urban Agriculture / Master Gardener Coordinator Job in United States

Job Position: Urban Agriculture / Master Gardener Coordinator

Company: University of California

Expected salary: $52200 – 70300 per year

Location: Hayward, CA

Urban Agriculture / Master Gardener Coordinator Job Details:

The University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources (UC ANR) brings the power of University of California research and education to all 58 California counties. Through research and extension in agriculture, natural resources, economic growth, nutrition, and youth development, we work to improve the life of every Californian.

Collaborating to solve problems.

Connecting to serve communities.

For over 100 years, our advisors, specialists, faculty and staff have been committed to connecting Californians to their land grant university. We are highly collaborative and mission-driven to promote the health and well-being of people and places across the state. We are also trusted partners with hundreds of community organizations in addressing California’s most pressing challenges.

UC ANR is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce and will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. We encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ+ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.

This position will promote, in all ways consistent with the other responsibilities of the position, accomplishment of the Affirmative Action goals established by the Division.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status. If you have questions, please email the Human Resources Department.

As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California , as may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.

Job Description

Department Summary:

UC Cooperative Extension Alameda County is a local problem-solving center, part of a statewide applied research and extension program. With offices located in Hayward, Cooperative Extension programs in Alameda County include UC Master Gardeners, Urban Agriculture, UC Calfresh Healthy Living, Community Development, Urban Integrated Pest Management, Livestock and Natural Resource, Environmental Horticulture, Nutrition Education, and 4-H Youth Development. Alameda County Master Gardener Program works to serve the diverse communities within Alameda County. As trained agents of the University of California, their purpose is to extend research based knowledge and information on home gardening. Volunteers answer horticulture questions and support four demonstration gardens in the county.

Position Summary:

The Urban Agriculture/ Master Gardener Coordinator for Alameda County will coordinate outreach and education efforts and provide technical assistance to support urban agriculture, and home and community gardening in Alameda County. The coordinator will provide leadership and training to the UCCE Alameda County Master Gardeners, who provide outreach and education on home and community gardening. The coordinator will also provide technical assistance to urban agriculturalist and develop, design, and evaluate educational materials to support and expand opportunities for urban agriculture in Alameda County.

This position is a career appointment that is 100% fixed.

Pay Scale: $52,200/year to $70,300/year

Job Posting Close Date:

This job is open until filled. The first application review date will be 8/18/2023.

Key Responsibilities:

15%

Plans and develops new programs and curriculum, and adjusts existing courses and curriculum in a continuing education environment.

15%

Participates in developing strategic market plans and target audiences.

10%

Collects and compiles data and prepare reports as necessary to meet funding and reporting requirements.

5%

Develops, prepares and reconciles budget for program.

30%

Plans, schedules and conducts trainings and provides technical assistance one-on-one and to groups.

25%

Provides day-to day management and oversight of the Alameda County Master Gardener Program

Requirements:

• Associate degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training
• Thorough analytical skills to conduct analysis and develop recommendations, demonstrating organization and problem-solving skills.
• Thorough and effective verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills and presentation skills.
• Skill in using business software systems in the completion of work assignments; i.e. Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint.

Preferred Skills:

• Continuing education in related field required.
• Thorough knowledge of organization policies and procedures.
• Thorough knowledge of and skill in delivering programs.
• Thorough skills to conduct needs assessment and development of new presentations / courses to meet organizational needs.

Special Conditions of Employment:

• Must comply with regulatory agency reporting requirements (California’s Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act).
• Must possess valid California Driver’s License to drive a County or University vehicle. Ability and means to travel on a flexible schedule as needed, proof of liability damage insurance on vehicle used is required. Reimbursement of job-related travel will be reimbursed according to University policies.
• The University reserves the right to make employment contingent upon successful completion of the background check. This is a designated position requiring a background check and may require fingerprinting due to the nature of the job responsibilities. UC ANR does hire people with conviction histories and reviews information received in the context of the job responsibilities.
• As of January 1, 2014, ANR is a smoke- and tobacco-free environment in which smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes), is strictly prohibited.

How to Apply

Internal Candidates: Review the job posting and click the internal applicant link to apply. Use the same credentials used to login to UCPath to access the internal UC ANR job postings in order to apply.

Employment applications must be submitted online through our careers site. Please note, we do not accept resumes or applications by email or on paper.

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Employment applications must be submitted online through our careers site. Please note, we do not accept resumes or applications by email or on paper.
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