WSU Extension Cowlitz County Master Gardener Program Coordinator

WSU Extension Cowlitz County Master Gardener Program Coordinator

Online applications must be received before 11:59pm on:
January 28, 2026.

Available Title(s): 1132- - Extension Coordinator

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Title:

WSU Extension Cowlitz County Master Gardener Program Coordinator

Employee Type:
Admin. Professional (+) (Fixed Term)

The Opportunity:

As the Extension Coordinator, you will provide overall leadership and management of the Master Gardener program in Cowlitz County. Your primary goal will be to empower volunteers to teach the public and answer questions about home gardening. You will recruit, train, lead, and coordinate more than 124 WSU-trained volunteers to reach the growing population in Cowlitz County through over 25 community locations and special events.

You will establish a network of empowered and effectively led teams to execute the program and work collaboratively with the Cowlitz County Master Gardener Foundation to ensure a healthy and well-funded operation. You will also prepare briefings and written reports for the University, Foundation, elected officials, and other funders on program outcomes and impacts.

This is a part time (50% FTE), temporary position. This position is overtime eligible.

Temporary End Date:
This position is expected to end one year after date of hire.

Renewal is dependent on the need for extension and/or if additional funding is secured to extend employment. Funding has been renewed successfully for several years and we expect funding to continue to be renewed.

Monthly Salary: $3,750.85 - $4,574.21 ( $1,875.43 to $2,287.11 at 50% FTE) | Commensurate with experience and qualifications.

In accordance with RCW 49.58.110, the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidate's current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position.

Benefits: WSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid sick and vacation leave; paid holidays; medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents; retirement; deferred compensation, optional supplemental retirement accounts; training and development; and employee tuition waiver. For additional information, please review the detailed Summary of Benefits offered by WSU for AP staff and Total Compensation.

• A Bachelor's degree in a relevant extension program discipline and two (2) years of related program experience. Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted for the educational requirement on a year-for-year basis.
• Experience with volunteer management and demonstrated success in developing and managing volunteer programs.
• Must have, or be able to obtain by time of hire, a valid driver's license and meet requirements in accordance with SPPM 7.10 and departmental driving standards.
• Must have the ability to work flexible hours that includes evenings, weekends, and travel overnight.
• Must be able to transport training and educational outreach materials to teaching sites and public venues, locally and statewide.
• All new Extension employees working with youth and vulnerable adults must be screened through a background check.

• Demonstrated ability to communicate proficiently using oral, written and listening skills.
• Experience developing and demonstrating effective teaching methods for volunteers.
• Demonstrated experience in either education or public relations or marketing.
• Demonstrated ability to work autonomously with a diverse group of volunteers and community partners.
• Demonstrated experience in organization and management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work as a team member and foster teamwork.
• Proficient in the use of personal computers and software including word processing, spreadsheets, database management, email, and familiarity with electronic slide presentations.

Position Sponsorship Eligibility:
Not eligible for work visa sponsorship.

Area/College:
Washington State University (WSU) Extension | Department Name:
Master Gardeners |

Location:

Cowlitz County Extension Office.

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