Education/Training FFL Horticultural Science Specialist
Job No: 532716
Work Type: Staff Full-Time
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Categories: Education/Training/Instructional Design
Department: 60840000 - AG-CTR LANDSCP CONSERV ECOLOGY
Job Description
Classification Title:
Education/Training FFL Horticultural Science Specialist
Job Description:
Program Devlopment and Coordination:
The horticultural science specialist supports the education coordinator as required. This may include tasks such as content development, speaking engagements, stakeholder trainings, and event facilitation.
Assist with developing, conducting, coordinating, and evaluating Florida-Friendly Landscaping educational programs for urban audiences, including new and existing residents, builders and developers, teachers, volunteers, and others.
Answer horticulture calls, emails, blogs comments, etc. from citizens using appropriate Florida-Friendly Landscaping and science-based Florida horticultural knowledge.
Assist in organizing in-service training sessions to gather input and feedback from county extension FFL staff and provide necessary training on scienced-based landscape and programmatic information.
Develop community partnerships and collaborate with local volunteers, organizations, agencies, and UF/IFAS colleagues to promote Florida-Friendly Landscaping practices. Traveling to various locations throughout Florida will be required.
Content Development:
Lead FFL horticultural initiatives such as updating the FFL plant selection guide, photo library, and other plant ID and resource needs.
Assist in the creation and maintenance of educational content, including the social media content, home landscape handbook, website content, and other related materials.
Evaluate training material effectiveness and achievement of learning outcomes and recommend changes or adjustments as needed.
Assist in creating engaging educational materials including PowerPoint presentations, fact sheets, blogs, social media, signage, and displays.
Administrative Coordination:
Contribute to building strategies to ensure policies, enrollment, record keeping, and procedures are updated and effective.
Collect accurate records of program activities and attendance, develop, conduct and analyze survey data and accomplishments, and assist in required reporting.
Assist with administrative oversight to the program, including program promotion, management of the clientele database, program evaluation, event planning, website content, and quarterly and annual reporting.
Participate in program meetings and advisory committee meetings.
Prepare information for inclusion in quarterly and annual reports.
Travel:
Travel for educational events, trainings, or FFL community projects including driving to county, district, and state events.
Assume other responsibilities that benefit the FFL program as assigned by the Director.
Expected Salary:
$46,000/annually
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Minimum Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area and four years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
Master's degree in horticultural sciences, or a closely related field. 2 years of successful professional experience in environmental issues. The ability to multitask among the various FFL certification programs and their ancillary staff. Candidates should have demonstrated skills in verbal and written communication and interpersonal relationships.
Special Instructions to Applicants:
SUPERVISION:
Verbal and written instructions for training purposes, program delivery, and procedural forms. Additional instructions on an as-needed basis. Must be able to work independently and in a team. This position reports to the FFL Director with daily activities assigned by the FFL Education Coordinator.
NORMAL WORK SCHEDULE
Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm. Occasional weekends or evenings may be necessary. Some travel required to meet with statewide faculty and to participate in meetings and conferences.
REQUIRED LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, AND OTHER SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS OF LAW:
Must currently have a valid Florida driver's license.
OTHER CHARACTERISTICS OF THE POSITION:
Must be able to travel frequently throughout Florida, occasionally for multiple nights.
Must be able to meet strict deadlines & work well with a variety of people.
A basic understanding and working knowledge of the UF/IFAS Extension land grant mission, funding, and reporting practices.
Past working experiences that demonstrate effective speaking, listening and group facilitation skills.
Past work experience demonstrates good organizational skills and sound judgement, including the ability to prioritize tasks, allocate time, manage overall workflow, and work independently with minimal supervision.
Demonstrated proficiency in computer application/technical skills regarding standard office equipment and desire to l
Location: Gainesville, FL
Posted: Aug. 16, 2024, 2:23 p.m.
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