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Advertising/Posting Title Extension Forestry Outreach Coordinator

Posting Summary

The UVM Extension Forestry Program is committed to providing science-based outreach, education, technical assistance, and research findings to promote knowledge transfer, ecological stewardship, and climate-focused decision-making on forested lands across Vermont and the region.

The Extension Forestry Outreach Coordinator will provide outreach, program and partner coordination, and technical assistance related to the ecological functions of forests, climate change impacts, carbon benefits, biodiversity, and sustainable management. This position will provide coordination and support to the Extension Forestry program and its many partners, help create educational and outreach materials, oversee website and social media content, and assist landowners, conservation commissions, foresters, non-profits, loggers, and others interested parties find relevant information and connect with programs.

Minimum Qualifications (or equivalent combination of education and experience)

A combination of education and experience will be considered in determining relative candidate qualifications.

Applicants should have the following or equivalent

+ Bachelor’s degree in forestry, natural resources, or related field and two years relevant experience.

+ Strong writing and organizational skills.

+ Ability to work independently, as well as collaborate with others, and to be innovative in solving problems.

+ Experience communicating scientific information to diverse audiences.

+ Demonstrated ability and willingness to work with diverse constituencies.

+ Knowledge and familiarity in using various web-based tools and programs, and the Microsoft program suite, especially Word, Excel, PowerPoint, GIS , Teams, and Outlook.

+ Ability to provide own transportation to and from various work sites and locations.

Desirable Qualifications

Experience seeking, applying for, and reporting on competitive grants.

Anticipated Pay Range $48,000 to $58,000

Other Information

Staff Union position

External candidates must complete a 120 day probationary period.

This position is eligible for full-time telework in accordance with the university telecommuting policy, however, it will be expected that the employee will work within commuting distance from one of the University of Vermont’s Extension offices, to be able to attend trainings and meet with stakeholders.

Special Conditions Bargaining unit position, External candidates must complete a 4-month probationary period, A probationary period may be required, Contingent on continued funding, Occasional evening and/or weekends required (if non-exempt position, may result in overtime), Travel to and from worksites required, Background Check required for this position

FLSA Exempt

Union Position Yes, UVMSU

Posting Details

Position will be posted for a minimum of one week, after which it is subject to removal without notice.

Job Location Location listed in Advertising Copy or Other Information

Job Open Date 10/07/2025

Job Close Date (Jobs close at 11:59 PM EST.)

Open Until Filled Yes

Our Common Ground Statement

The University of Vermont is a welcoming, educationally purposeful community committed to creating an inclusive environment that embraces intellectual diversity and global perspectives. We seek to prepare students to be accountable leaders who will bring to their work a grasp of complexity, effective problem-solving and communication skills, and an enduring commitment to learning and ethical conduct. Members of the University of Vermont community embrace and advance the values of Our Common Ground: Respect, Integrity, Innovation, Openness, Justice, and Responsibility. Staff play a critical role in this effort and the successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to UVM’s mission and advancing Our Common Ground values through the execution of their job duties.

Position Information

Position Title Outreach Education PC1 X

Posting Number S5773PO

Department Ext - Programming & Fac Sup/50040

Position Number 00027458

Percent of Full-Time 1.0

Standard Hours at 1.0 FTE 37.5

Term (months per year) 12

Supplemental Questions

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Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

+ Resume

+ Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Optional Documents