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Position Information

Classification TitleTemporary Hourly

Employment CategoryTemporary

Is this an Hourly position?Yes

Work Hours/Week20

Overtime Eligible?Yes

Position LocationKiowa, CO

Does this position qualify for hybrid or remote work?Yes

Description of Work Unit

Elbert County sustains a strong base of 4-H and Master Gardener volunteers. Our supportive citizenry has resulted in 10% of the youth population enrolled in 4-H, an on-going Master Gardener volunteer program, an active advisory committee, and teamwork with our Board of County Commissioners and county departments. Additionally, Elbert County has active livestock associations, three conservation districts, and a USDA office that includes NRCS and FSA offices which historically engaged in Extension programming. Several quaint towns are home to historical buildings, local libraries, schools, and small businesses. The town of Kiowa is the county seat and the location of the county fairgrounds and Extension office. The county is uniquely rural while situated in the triangulation of three outlying areas including Denver, Colorado Springs, and Limon.

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Position Summary

This position is a part-time temporary position created to support Master Gardener volunteers. The person in this position will work with the Master Gardeners to plan, carry out and report program activities leading up to the county fair (July 26 – Aug 3).

Position Minimum Qualifications

+ Completed bachelor’s degree. Degree must be conferred in natural resource management, landscape and horticulture management.

+ Demonstrated professional experience leading groups of adult volunteers to achieve program goals.

+ The successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States by the proposed start date; Extension will not sponsor a visa for this position.

Preferred Qualifications

+ Demonstrated experience working with people as individuals and in groups; ability to forge equitable and successful partnerships with other professionals and organizations.

+ Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Posting Details

Working TitleMaster Gardener Volunteer Coordinator, Elbert County

Posting Number202500322T

DepartmentCSU Extension - Eastern Region

Salary Range$27.65 per hour

Employee Benefits

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Close Date05/24/2025

Special Instructions to Applicants

For full consideration, all materials must be received directly athttps://jobs.colostate.edu/Please submit the following to apply:

+ Resume

For questions regarding the program, the position, qualifications, or job duties please contact Dennis Kaan [email protected].

Background Check Policy Statement

Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

EEO

Colorado State University ( CSU ) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Essential Job Duties

Job Duty CategoryMaster Gardener Program Support

Duty/Responsibility

+ Setting up and managing the Zoom meetings (monthly and fair planning) for the Master Gardeners

+ Creating agendas and synthesizing meeting notes for distribution to the group and the office

+ Creating and co-branding seminar flyers, fair branding, and PowerPoint presentations

Percentage Of Time60%

Job Duty CategoryMaster Gardener Volunteer Management

Duty/Responsibility

+ Keeping track of VMS

Percentage Of Time25%

Job Duty CategoryAdministrative Support

Duty/Responsibility

+ Maintaining call log for accuracy and follow up

+ Monitoring Master Gardener email

+ Communication between MG group and Extension Office

Percentage Of Time15%

References

Minimum References Required

Maximum References Required

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

+ Resume

Optional Documents