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
- Answers general public questions and inquiries about gardening, landscape
maintenance, pest management and related topics by telephone; at clinics,
demonstrations, workshops, or informal classes; or in other ways possible and practical. - Cooperates with and assists local OSU Extension faculty and staff.
- Keeps appropriate records, such as volunteer hours and public contacts; client questions
and contact information. - May assist in preparation of specific educational resources.
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
