Purpose of the opportunity
- To provide evidence-based and objective information and educational programs on sustainable community horticulture to the general public.
- Brief description of the opportunity
- 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 sex offender check.
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.
