Community & School Garden Coordinator

Posting Details

Posting Number F0834P Working Title Community & School Garden Coordinator Department Center for Urban Agriculture About the University of Georgia

The University of Georgia ( UGA ), a land-grant and sea-grant university with statewide commitments and responsibilities is the state’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education ( http://www.uga.edu/ ). UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA was founded in 1785 by the Georgia General Assembly as the first state-chartered University in the country. UGA employs approximately 1,800 full-time instructional faculty and more than 7,600 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 36,000 students including over 27,500 undergraduates and over 8,500 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 17 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.

About the College/Unit/Department College/Unit/Department website Posting Type External Retirement Plan TRS or ORP Employment Type Employee Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible Underutilization Minorities & Females Advertised Salary Anticipated Start Date 05/01/2021 Effective End Date (for Limited-Term postings) Job Posting Date 02/26/2021 Job Closing Date 03/31/2021 Open until filled No Special Instructions to Applicants Location of Vacancy Griffin Area EEO Statement

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).


Position Details

Classification Title Public Service Professional AC FLSA Faculty Rank Public Service Assistant Contract Type Fiscal (12 mo.) Tenure Status Non-Tenure Track Minimum Qualifications

Master’s degree

Position Summary

This position will provide leadership in the development, delivery, and educational outreach programming of community and school gardens across the state of Georgia for UGA Cooperative Extension. Specifically, the role will create, arrange, recruit participants, and help teach workshops for community and school gardens to workers, professionals, and educators involved in the production, installation, maintenance, and utilization of community and school gardens. The position will work closely with UGA Specialists, County Agents, the Urban Agriculture Council, and other interested organizations across the State of Georgia.

Additional Requirements Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, and/or Certification Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

-Computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft Office suite
-Ability to speak to/teach large groups of residents
-Ability to organize and carry out activities and programming for youth
-Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with county, district, and state staff, local government employees, and clientele
-Ability to show high standards of professionalism in personal contacts, appearance, and work habits
-Ability to express thoughts clearly and concisely through written and verbal communication
-Ability to work as a team member and engage with groups and committees
-Ability to design, coordinate, and teach educational programs to meet community needs
-Skills in leadership and management

Physical Demands Is this a Position of Trust? Yes Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No Is driving a responsibility of this position? Yes Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? Yes Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) No Credit and P-Card policy

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.



Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

• Research, develop, and coordinate curriculum, publications and other educational resources in the area of community and school gardens
• Assist clientele with access to Extension resources and services for community and school gardens including printed publications, online content, other educational materials.
• Liaison and utilize the expertise of advisory groups, community leaders, public officials, educational leaders, and representatives of intended audiences to analyze data, identify needs, and assist in developing educational programs.
• Arrange, recruit participants, and help teach workshops on community and school gardens to workers, professionals, and educators involved in the production, installation, maintenance, and utilization of gardens.
• Measure the impact of workshops and trainings on participant knowledge level by creating and administering pre-and post-training evaluations and surveys.
• Assist clientele in registering for local, regional, or statewide workshops/conferences and training or testing associated with certification programs offered by Extension (e.g. pesticide applicators, certified landscape professional, turf-grass trainings, etc.)
• Publicize programs and workshops offered in local county or nearby counties to clientele and facilitate conference calls/video conferences to connect clientele with County Agents from other counties or with State Specialists.
• Use mass media, website, and internet media to advertise programs and cooperate with other staff in preparing project reports.
• Work closely with UGA specialists, County Agents, the Urban Agriculture Council, and other interested organizations.

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Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Resume/CV
2. Cover Letter
3. List of References with Contact Information

Optional Documents

1. Portfolio
2. Media Portfolio
3. Unofficial Transcripts
4. Other Documents #1
5. Certification