Purpose of the position:
- To provide evidence-based and objective information and educational programs on sustainable community horticulture to the general public.
Brief description of the position:
- Provides public horticulture education through participation in plant clinics, booths at farmers markets, classes, demonstration/learning gardens, and youth activities.
- Cooperates with and assists local OSU Extension faculty and staff.
- Keeps appropriate records, such as volunteer hours, public contacts, client questions, and contact information.
Requirements:
- Must be available to participate in the training program for Master Gardener volunteers.
- Must be available to provide volunteer service to OSU Extension during the year that training is completed, and equivalent to the number of hours of training received.
- Must be able to effectively communicate with the public by telephone, personal contact, group contact, or in writing.
- Must demonstrate a commitment to diversity and to ensuring equal opportunity for those wishing to benefit from OSU Extension programs and services.
- Should have some knowledge and skills in basic horticulture and related areas.
- Should enjoy working with people.
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Must pass a criminal history background check. Access Types: Youth Program and Minors
Supervision:
The county Extension faculty with responsibility for the local Master Gardener program provides overall supervision and support. Immediate supervision and support may be provided by a program assistant or a program coordinator, if available.
Criminal History Background Checks (CHC): This volunteer opportunity is designed as a security-sensitive Opportunity; therefore, the volunteer must successfully complete a Criminal History Check, which will be completed every two years. Youth Program (YP) and Minors (M) access
