Position Function:
To develop and lead educational and extension programing at The Crosby Arboretum.
Salary Grade: 13
Please see Staff Compensation Structure or Skilled Crafts and Service Maintenance Compensation Schedule for salary ranges. For salary grade UC, these positions are "Unclassified" and salary ranges are determined by the hiring department.
Department Profile:
This position will be housed at the Crosby Arboretum in Picayune, MS. The Crosby Arboretum is the premier environmental education facility for the Gulf South. The Arboretum's mission is to preserve and promote the region’s botanical, biological, and cultural heritage.
Area of Specialization:
Education Coordination.
Anticipated Appointment Date:
February 2025.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
The selected applicant will be part of The Crosby Arboretum and will be involved with a variety of education and extension program activities. The primary activities for the selected applicant are outlined below but could include any activities associated with The Crosby Arboretum.
These duties will include activities such as, but not limited to:
* Plan, promote, implement, and track all educational programs and native plant sales.
* Conduct site tours, programs, and outreach presentations for community groups, garden clubs, Master Gardeners, and attend community outreach events.
* Plan and implement programs for K-12 school and homeschool groups.
* Supervise volunteers for program assistance.
* Produce and distribute quarterly news journal and quarterly program schedule.
* Promote Arboretum membership and site visitation.
* Pursue outside funding opportunities, including applying for and managing external grants.
* Leading and assisting with the preparation and dissemination of outreach materials, Extension publications, and technical reports.
* Maintain Arboretum historical records.
* Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in relevant field.
Rank and salary are commensurate with education and experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
* Master's degree in a relevant field such as botany, landscape architecture, or environmental design.
* Two years of relevant work experience i.e. with native plant species, arboreta or botanical gardens, botany, and / or native landscape design and management
* Experience with grant writing;
* Outreach, education, and project management experience.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
* Must be able to adhere to regular work schedule for this position, which is Tuesday through Saturday with occasional scheduling on evenings and Sundays.
* Must have reliable personal transportation, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to travel as needed;
* Ability to develop and maintain diverse and robust partnerships;
* Knowledge and computer skills (word processing, spreadsheets, and publishing software for graphic design and production of program flyers);
* Highly flexible: ability to adapt to a rapidly changing schedule;
* Ability to juggle multiple tasks and prioritize multiple demands;
* Strong oral and written communication skills;
* Ability to apply for, secure, and manage extramural funding.
Working Conditions and Physical Effort
*Ability to work in an outdoor environment as needed
Instructions for Applying:
Link to apply: http://explore.msujobs.msstate.edu/
All applicants must apply online at www.jobs.msstate.edu. Social security numbers included on transcripts should be redacted prior to submitting online.
Screening Date:
January 30, 2025, until filled.
Restricted Clause:
Position is contingent upon continued availability of funding.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
MSU is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, sex, religion, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy, gender identity, status as a U.S. veteran, and/or any other status protected by applicable law. We always welcome nominations and applications from women, members of any minority group, and others who share our passion for building a diverse community that reflects the diversity in our student population.
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