Cornell Cooperative Extension Putnam County
Education
NaturalResourcesProgramCoordinator
“Natural Resources Program Coordinator at Cornell Cooperative Extension Putnam County. Skills: Natural Resources Program Coordination, Volunteer Management, Educational Program Delivery, Communication, GIS Mapping. Coordinating the Community Reforestation (CoRe) project and its volunteers at Tilly Foster Farm in Putnam County. Coordinating and delivering educational programs and resources on diverse natural resource topics. Serving as a subject matter resource for the public, municipalities, volu”
What You'll Achieve.
Ensure the future viability of forests and natural resources to address community, individual and environmental needs while considering diverse audiences. Meet program objectives. Ensure that program deliverables are met and are within scope of the Agriculture & Natural Resources Program plan of work.
Industry & Context.
Solve problems and resolve conflicts that arise, utilizing appropriate policies and procedures
The position regularly lifts, moves, or transports program related materials, and equipment. The position frequently works in natural environment and outdoor weather conditions including extreme heat, precipitation and cold. The position frequently performs trail and demonstration site performs and demonstrates forest, culvert, and natural resources management techniques (manual removal of invasive species, weeds and shrubs) by positioning self (for example, pulling, bending, reaching, touching, kneeling, using hands to feel/reach) along with utilizing tools like saws, pruners, eel nets, etc.
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor’s Degree. Associates’ Degree and two years transferrable program experience is acceptable. Experience relevant to the role of the position. Ability to meet regular travel requirements associated with this position. A valid NYS driver's license with the ability to drive and driving record acceptable for Association insurance coverage are required. Ability to work flexible hours, which may include evenings and/or weekends, as appropriate.
Nice to Have
Degree in natural resources, environmental science, ecology, agroforestry, or related fields preferred.
What You'll Do.
Coordinating the Community Reforestation (CoRe) project and its volunteers at Tilly Foster Farm in Putnam County.
Coordinating and delivering educational programs and resources on diverse natural resource topics.
Serving as a subject matter resource for the public, municipalities, volunteers, and others.
Working as part of a dynamic and flexible program team.
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Works with the supervisor and staff, volunteers, towns, organizations and partners to coordinate and deliver educational programs and resources. Assist in multidisciplinary team efforts to deliver projects and programs. Ability to effectively participate in professional team efforts. Ability to relate effectively to co-workers, advisors, community and professional leaders.
Communication Scope
Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing with the public, volunteers, employees and others through a variety of media; Ability to effectively market program through social, print and other media, resulting in robust program participation; Ability to recruit, engage and motivate volunteers and program participants; Ability to relate effectively to co-workers, advisors, community and professional leaders
Process & Methodology
Coordinate assigned projects, programs, trainings, events, and meetings
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