Job Description

Position Summary​

The Extension Program Coordinator, Horticulture Volunteer and Outreach will oversee the coordination of all aspects for the Colorado Master Gardener (CMG) program and its 100+ volunteers; and the administrative assistance and volunteer coordination support for Native Plant Master (NPM) program in Jefferson County. We are seeking a passionate and skilled coordinator who has experience in managing volunteer teams, and a willingness to learn the CMG and NPM program administration, programming and outreach needs.  Primary duties include volunteer recruitment, retention, training and coordination; volunteer tracking; support for CMG and NPM activities that engage the public; ongoing recognition; documentation of program accomplishments; administrative support of CMG and NPM; and program reporting. Horticulture and Natural Resources teammates are expected to work in strong collaboration together on budgeting, program management, and systems designed to meet the needs of Jefferson County volunteers and community. This position works closely with a team of volunteers and identifies Jeffco community training needs and interests, selects programs, markets, and coordinates non-credit educational programming to youth and adult audiences using a variety of delivery methods. The individual in this position works as a member of the local county Extension team and as a local representative of Colorado State University. This individual works under the supervision of the Extension Director for Jefferson County, and under the leadership of the Horticulture and Natural Resource Specialists, both of whom work in strong collaboration with this position and programs it serves.

Work unit Description

To learn more about Jefferson County Extension, visit the website at httg://jeffco.extension.colostate.edu or the Colorado State University Extension website at: httg://extension.colostate.edu.

For Full Consideration

all materials must be RECEIVED no later than 11:59 PM Mountain Time on Monday, January 26, 2026.

Essential Job Duties

• Volunteer Recruitment: Retention, Development, and Management.

• Program Planning, Development:  Delivery, Evaluation, and Reporting.

• Initiate and Develop Relationships and Partnerships.

Conditions of Employment

Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires), Valid Driver’s License, Travel

Supervision

This position has no staff supervision responsibilities; however, the position oversees 100-150 volunteers.

Minimum Qualifications

• Completed bachelor's degree.

• Experience in volunteer management with adult audiences or closely related field.

• Must have a valid driver's license or the ability to obtain a driver's license or access to a licensed driver by the employment start date.

• The successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States by the proposed start date; Extension will not sponsor a visa for this position.

Preferred Qualifications

• Completed master's degree.

• Knowledge or experience working with Master Gardener, Master Naturalist or Native Plant Master, or similar community education programs.

Application Instructions

Please submit the following to apply:

• Resume

• Cover letter addressing how professional experiences align with identified required and preferred qualifications of the position.

Salary Range

Required Application Documents

To apply, please upload the following applicant documents. Ensure your materials fully address the required and preferred job qualifications of the position. Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.

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Background Check Policy Statement

Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

EEO

Colorado State University (CSU) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.