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Horticulture Program Leader

The Horticulture Program Leader for Cornell Cooperative Extension Association of Monroe County is responsible for providing leadership in the planning, management, and coordination of all horticulture educational programs in the county.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
• Master’s Degree in Horticulture or related discipline appropriate to the responsibilities of the position. Bachelor’s Degree plus 4 years transferrable relevant evidence­ based research experience may substitute.
• Experience relevant to the role of the position.
• Knowledge of the principles, theory, research, and application of subject matter appropriate to area of horticulture.
• Ability to meet travel requirements associated with this position.
• Ability to work flexible hours, which may include evenings and/or weekends, as appropriate.
• Ability to clearly communicate (speak, read, and write proficiently) in English.
• Proficiency with windows-based software including use of the internet and Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Ability to communicate effectively through oral, written, and visual channels using traditional methods as well as electronic technology.
• Demonstrated ability to provide leadership, supervision, and guidance to staff.
• Demonstrated experience and ability to work independently and as part of a team with internal and external partners at multiple levels within organizations and across communities.
• Ability to initiate, plan, organize, implement, and evaluate informal education programs for diverse audiences.
• Ability to effectively lead, manage, and participate in professional team efforts and highly functioning work teams.
• Ability to relate effectively to co-workers, advisors, community, professional leaders, and clientele groups.
• Ability to identify and make use of program resources within the community and to establish a leadership role within the community and association.
• Ability to identify and secure funding that supports programs, including grant writing, developing public and private partnerships.
• Ability and willingness to work with a high degree of integrity, accuracy, organization, sound professional judgment, and the ability to handle confidential, sensitive information.
• Ability to organize, manage, and prioritize multiple tasks, deadlines, requirements, and priorities to complete work in a timely manner and within established deadlines.
• Ability to work in a typical office environment which may include lifting, moving, and/or transporting office supplies, work related materials, and equipment with or without accommodation. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
• Two years professional or volunteer relevant to the role of the position.
• Experience and background in plant pathology, integrated pest management, natural resources, and/or entomology.
• Background or course work in leadership, management, education, and/or grant writing/management.
• Experience and/or background with Cooperative Extension or other similar educational organizations.
• Experience in identifying, guiding, and collaborating with volunteers.
• Ability to generate a credible media presence in the community.

POSITION DETAILS
Expected Weekly Hours: 40 hours per week
Hourly Wage: $28.00 to $28.50 per hour, commensurate with experience
Location: Based from the Rochester, NY office
Remote Status: This position may be eligible for hybrid work consideration after employment period of 3 months and based on meeting performance objectives.

Benefits: Full benefits, based on eligibility, including:
• Paid Vacation, Sick, and Personal leave
• Paid Holidays
• NYS Health Insurance Program (including Dental Insurance)
• NYS Retirement (NYSERS)
• Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tax Deferred Annuity Plan
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Group Universal Life Insurance
• Personal Accidental Insurance
• Legal Plan Insurance
• Long Term Care Insurance
• Auto and Homeowner’s Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• New York’s College Savings Program
• Credit Counseling
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APPLICATION DEADLINE
Apply online by 11:59pm EST on August 18, 2025

Review of applications will begin immediately. Position will remain open for applications until satisfactory pool has been identified. Contact Kimberly at wsbn-recruiter@cornell.edu with questions. 

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Last updated July 23, 2025