Consumer Horticulture Educator

Position Overview

You will identify, design, implement and evaluate research-based educational programs that meet current and projected outreach needs and will develop and deliver science-based information for home and community gardeners, while supporting the local Extension Master Gardener volunteers. You will work with lawn and garden hotline volunteers to address home gardening questions from across the state and will serve as an information resource for lawn and garden questions.

Responsibilities

You will explore and implement programs that lead to healthy foods and landscapes while protecting the environment, while also developing, producing, and delivering outreach materials with messaging and content that is accessible and inclusive.

You will have the ability to network statewide with the existing core of Consumer Horticulture Educators and Specialists and campus-based faculty to provide education and service to Michigan’s home and community gardeners and will serve as a statewide point of contact.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications (see full description for complete list of requirements)
•	Master’s degree in a field of study related to horticulture, ornamental horticulture, landscape management, or related field.
•	Familiarity with adult volunteers.

Preferred Level of Education

Masters

Benefits Offered

Comprehensive benefits package:
https://www.hr.msu.edu/benefits/index.html

Compensation/Salary

$56,100 or commensurate with education and experience

How to Apply

View full description and apply through the MSU careers page. Search for posting 943407 using the Job Search field.

Application deadline: May 28, 2024

Equal Employment Opportunity

MSU is an affirmative-action, equal-opportunity employer, committed to achieving excellence through a diverse workforce and inclusive culture that encourages all people to reach their full potential. Michigan State University Extension employment opportunities are open to eligible/qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, religion, age, height, weight, disability, political beliefs, sexual orientation, marital status, family status or veteran status.
MSU is committed to achieving excellence through cultural diversity. Persons with disabilities have the right to request and receive reasonable accommodations. The university actively encourages applications and/or nominations of women, persons of color, veterans, and persons with disabilities.