Instructor​/Sr. Instructor I​/Educational Program Coordinator

Instructor/Sr. Instructor I & Educational Program Coordinator

Job Summary:

The Department of Horticulture seeks a candidate who will hold two appointments— a 0.50 FTE Instructor/Sr. Instructor I position and a 0.50 FTE Educational Program Coordinator—combining teaching, curriculum development, and outreach at the Oak Creek Center for Urban Horticulture (OCCUH).

50% Program Coordinator & Recruiter

• Work with department faculty to align curriculum and develop new or revised experiential learning courses.
• Coordinate internship opportunities, oversee internship reports, and provide student visits during internships.
• Schedule course laboratories and lead adult education events (field days, workshops, site visits, tours) at OCCUH.
• Advise and mentor students in the Turfgrass, Landscape & Urban Horticulture option and the Undergraduate Club.
• Support student participation in NALP National Collegiate Landscape Competition and NALP ELEVATE meetings.
• Establish collaborations with community colleges and high schools, creating flow‑through programs from high school to B.S. degree options.
• Develop and execute a recruitment plan to increase undergraduate and graduate enrollment.
• Promote diversity and inclusion, ensuring equitable outcomes for all learners.

45% Instruction

• Deliver 3–4 urban horticulture and landscaping courses, including PACE (continuing education) courses.
• Support Inclusive Excellence initiatives by mentoring and providing opportunities for underrepresented students.
• Contribute to social justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion efforts within the college.

5% Service

• Participate in departmental and college governance, and serve on university committees as time and aptitude permit.

• MS in horticulture, agronomy, or a closely related field focusing on urban horticulture or landscape management.
• Demonstrated knowledge of urban horticulture and landscape management practices.
• Excellent teaching, organizational, and communication skills.
• Proof of experience in independent and team‐based work.
• Proficiency with electronic information delivery.
• Commitment to fostering an inclusive learning environment.

• Four years of professional teaching at the college or university level.
• Sustained record of exceptional teaching.

• MS in horticulture or related field with an emphasis on urban horticulture and landscape management.
• Minimum 2 years in outreach, client engagement, or promotion in horticulture or landscape management.
• Strong event planning skills and knowledge of heavy landscape construction equipment.
• Proficiency with landscape design/Build/Manage software and technology platforms.
• Demonstrated commitment to inclusive learning environments.

• Experience in urban horticulture or landscape management.
• Past participation in national competitions (e.g., NALP).
• Experience in student activities programming, mentoring, or advising.
• Ability to build and leverage professional networks for internships and employment.
• Proficiency with social media and managing student clubs.

This is a critical or security‑sensitive position. Successful completion of a criminal history check is required, and periodic checks may be performed. Candidates must self‑report convictions.

• Instructor/Sr. Instructor I: $56,244 – $85,000
• Program Coordinator: $50,002 – $64,884

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status. OSU is a fair chance employer committed to inclusive hiring. This job has critical or security‑sensitive responsibilities.

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter
• Statement of Teaching
• Publications
• Letters of Reference (requested for finalists only)
• Additional documents for Veterans (proof of status)

Starting salary within the salary range will be commensurate with skills, education, and experience.

Competitive / External – open to ALL qualified applicants.