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About the Role

The Cornell Cooperative Extension Horticulture and Environment Educator implements and evaluates educational programs focused on commercial green industry, consumer horticulture, and environmental needs, including pest management. This public-facing role involves significant interaction with professionals and community members, requiring strong communication skills and the ability to teach diverse audiences. The position operates independently under the supervision of the Horticulture Program Manager and represents the Association to the public and various stakeholders.

Responsibilities

Deliver high-quality educational programs and events for the commercial green industry, consumers, and Master Gardener Volunteers.
Assist in teaching innovative educational programs and events to diverse audiences.
Foster acceptance of horticultural and pest management best practices.
Utilize a variety of delivery systems, including written articles, newsletters, demonstration projects, special events, tours, volunteers, media, electronic technology, internet, and distance learning.
Apply subject matter knowledge to create lesson plans for educational programs.
Serve as a horticulture and gardening subject matter resource, identifying plants and pests.
Provide information and answer community and commercial questions.
Respond to consumer and commercial requests for interpretation of soil test results and give recommendations.
Deliver horticulture/gardening information in response to inquiries and submissions to the Diagnostic Lab.
Provide educational program efforts via mass media, including contributing articles to newsletters, utilizing emails, phone messages, and website postings.
Represent the Association to the public, program participants, community leaders, government officials, and Cornell University.
Review program evaluations and make recommendations for improvement.
Develop and pursue a professional development plan.
Collaborate in activities that support Cornell Cooperative Extension and perform other duties as assigned.
Support the Association in maintaining a safe working environment.
Act proactively to prevent accidents/injuries and communicate hazards.
Maintain professional and respectful interactions with clientele, staff, volunteers, and the public.
Assist the Cornell Cooperative Extension system in reaching out to various audiences.
Adhere to established Cornell Cooperative Extension Association of Westchester County policies and procedures.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Horticulture, Environmental Science or related field.
One year volunteer or related work experience.
Experience relevant to the role of the position.
Ability to meet travel requirements.
Ability to meet motor vehicle standards.
Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and/or weekends.
Ability to analyze issues and initiate, plan, organize, implement & evaluate informal educational programs.
Ability to utilize computer technology for reports, communication, visuals, and learning.
Ability and knowledge in the science of horticulture and integrated pest management.
Demonstrated ability to interact productively and respectfully with diverse audiences.
Demonstrated laboratory analysis skills.
Demonstrated ability to research and diagnose horticultural or pest management problems.
Ability to relate effectively to co-workers, advisors, community and professional leaders, and clientele groups.
Ability to utilize resources effectively.
Ability to identify and utilize program resources within the community.
Ability to effectively use a variety of program delivery methods.
Ability to communicate effectively through oral, written, and visual channels.
Ability to lift, move or transport supplies, tables, meeting materials and equipment, and climb stairs.
Ability to lift 15 pounds.
Ability to work in outdoor or agricultural settings, perform site visits, and be physically capable of negotiating uneven terrain, gathering samples, and possible manual labor.
May be working in challenging weather conditions.

Skills

Horticulture
Environmental Science
Integrated Pest Management
Program Delivery
Program Evaluation
Communication (Oral, Written, Visual)
Computer Technology
Laboratory Analysis
Research
Problem Diagnosis
Volunteer Management
Public Speaking
Interpersonal Skills

Location

Westchester County

Work Type

Full-time
Exempt
In-office
In the field
Not available for remote work

Experience Level

One year volunteer or related work experience

Education Level

Bachelor’s Degree in Horticulture, Environmental Science or related field

Salary/Compensations

$67,000 to $72,000 per year

Benefits

Vacation, Sick and Personal time
Paid Holidays
NYS Health Insurance Program (including Dental Insurance)
NYS Retirement
Long-term Disability Insurance
Voluntary Tax Deferred Annuity
Voluntary Flexible Spending Accounts
Voluntary Term Life Insurance
Voluntary Personal Accidental Insurance
Voluntary Legal Plan Insurance
Voluntary Long Term Care Insurance
Voluntary Auto and Homeowner’s Insurance
Voluntary Pet Insurance
Voluntary New York’s College Savings Program

About the Company

Cornell Cooperative Extension is a collaboration among Cornell University, the United States Department of Agriculture, the State of New York, and the residents of New York State.
Per NYS Law, county and regional extension service associations are subordinate government agencies.
This employment opportunity is with the entities listed and not with Cornell University.

Equal Opportunity

The Association may make reasonable accommodations to enable applicants to participate in the hiring process and employees to perform the essential functions of their job.