The Nursery/Landscape Specialist is responsible for providing in-depth subject matter knowledge and leadership in the assessment, development, delivery, evaluation and direction of the commercial horticulture education and applied research program in Suffolk County. The target audiences for this specialized position are the field and container nursery growers and the horticultural service providers (e.g., landscapers, arborists, landscape designers, etc.). This person also provides in-depth and specialized expertise on non-commercial horticulture interests (e.g., Master Gardeners, parks and municipalities, schools, etc.) as needed and as time allows. This person will work in collaboration with other CCE specialists and Cornell University faculty in designing and executing educational programs and applied research. The educator will conduct applied research and demonstrations at the LI Horticultural Research and Extension Center in Riverhead and at commercial facilities. This Nursery/Landscape Specialist will also actively collaborate on the planning, development of educational strategies, and evaluation of environmental stewardship and sustainable horticulture programs with CCE Suffolk and other Associations’ Extension staff, Cornell faculty, and other industry representatives. This person will have the ability to seek grant funding and manage budgets in support of the program’s educational and research priorities. The Nursery/Landscape Specialist serves as an in-depth subject matter expert to program committees, CCE staff, and clientele, including agencies and other groups, on a local, regional, and statewide basis.

　　Required Qualifications:

　　Master’s degree in agriculture, Horticulture, Ornamental Horticulture, or related sciences with emphasis in ornamental plant production, nursery business

　　Experience and ability to work independently and as part of a team member and with staff, cooperating agencies and County personnel.

　　Willingness to learn new tasks.

　　Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively through oral, written, and visual channels. Ability to frequently and effectively communicate verbally and in writing with external partners, program participants, employees, and others.

　　Proficiency with computer skills such as word processing, spreadsheet and data entry, information access and data analysis

　　Ability to initiate, plan, teach and evaluate informal and formal educational programs.

　　Knowledge of pest management in agriculture or ornamental horticulture

　　Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks with a minimum of supervision.

　　Must exercise sound and ethical judgment when acting on behalf of the Program and the Association.

　　Ensure that all protocols and procedures adhere to legal and safety requirements.

　　Ability to meet travel requirements associated with this position.

　　Ability to meet acceptable background check standards.

　　Ability to work flexible hours which may include evenings and/or weekends, as appropriate.

　　Preferred Qualifications:

　　Ten or more years’ experience in Cooperative Extension or similar educational fields, and knowledge of the philosophy, objectives, and operation of an informal education system such as Cornell University Cooperative Extension

　　Experience in working with business planning, workforce management issues, and environmental stewardship as related to the industry is desirable.

　　Experience in grant writing and overseeing budgets.

　　Experience in conducting ornamental horticultural or agriculture applied research.

　　Equal Opportunity Employment

　　Cornell Cooperative Extension is an employer and educator recognized for valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities. Individuals who bring a diverse perspective and support diversity are strongly encouraged to apply.

　　POSITION DETAILS:

　　Hour: Full-Time 40 hours per week

　　Benefits: Full Benefits

　　Date Position Available: Until Filled

　　No relocation or VISA Sponsorship available

　　HOW TO APPLY:

　　Review of applications will begin immediately. The position will remain open until a qualified pool of candidates is obtained.

　　Applicants need to:

　　Attach/upload a resume to the online application in either Microsoft Word or PDF format. Attach/upload a cover letter to the online application in either Microsoft Word or PDF format. Attach/upload contacts info for three references to the online application in either Microsoft Word or PDF format.

　　In the "Experience" section of your application, use the Paperclip icon to search for file(s) or use the "Drop Files Here" box to manually drag document(s) into your application. Once the application is submitted, you will not be able to change your submission or add attachments.

　　External Applicants: (including current employees of other Cornell Cooperative Extension Associations), please refer to the Applying for a Job (External Candidate) (https://hr.cornell.edu/jobs/how-we-hire) document for additional guidance.

　　Internal Applicants: Current employees of the Cornell Cooperative Extension Association indicated in this job posting are considered internal applicants; please refer to the Applying for a Job (Internal Candidate) (https://apps.hr.cornell.edu/workdayCommunications/Recruitment%20job%20aids/applying_for_a_job_internal.pdf) document for additional guidance.

　　No relocation or VISA Sponsorship available.

　　The Association may make reasonable accommodations to enable applicants to participate in the hiring process and employees to perform their essential functions. If you require an accommodation to participate in the selection process, you are encouraged to contact Cornell Cooperative Extension of Suffolk County Human Resources at (631) 727-7850 or via email at [email protected]

　　Cornell Cooperative Extension is a collaboration among Cornell University, the United States Department of Agriculture, the State of New York, and New York State residents. Per NYS Law, county and regional extension service associations are subordinate government agencies. This employment opportunity is with the entities listed and not with Cornell University.

　　Job Title:

　　Association Sr. Issue Educator

　　Level:

　　001

　　Pay Rate Type:

　　Salary

　　Company:

　　Contract College

　　Contact Name:

　　Jillian Sinanan

　　Cornell Cooperative Extension is a collaboration among Cornell University, the United States Department of Agriculture, the State of New York, and the residents of New York State. Per NYS Law, county and regional extension service associations are subordinate government agencies. This employment opportunity is with the entities listed and not with Cornell University.

　　Cornell Cooperative Extension is an employer and educator recognized for valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities. Individuals who bring a diverse perspective and are supportive of diversity are strongly encouraged to apply.

　　Notice to Applicants: Please read the required Notice to Applicants statement (https://cals.cornell.edu/cornell-cooperative-extension/join-us/jobs) . This notice contains important information about applying for a position at Cornell Cooperative Extension as well as some of your rights and responsibilities as an applicant.

　　Cornell Cooperative Extension is a collaboration among Cornell University, the United States Department of Agriculture, the State of New York, and the residents of New York State. As provided in New York State County Law Article 5, Section 224, the independent county and regional extension service associations are locally operated under the direction of Cornell University as agent for the State of New York. County and regional extension service association employees are employed by their association to engage in educational work and are not employees of Cornell University. Look for us on the web at cce.cornell.edu/.