Minimum Qualifications

For Vocational Instructor 1 : 4 years of appropriate trade experience and High School Diploma or Equivalency Diploma; OR an Associates Degree in related trade plus 2 years of such experience;

OR a Bachelors Degree in any area plus 1 of related trade experience.

For Vocational Instructor 2 : 4 years of appropriate trade experience and a minimum of 12 college credits in pedagogy core coursework earned from a New York State Education Department approved learning;

Teaching Students with Disabilities and Special Health Needs; Curriculum Instruction and Assessment; English Language Arts.

OR an Associate's Degree in a related trade, including above coursework, and 2 years of related trade experience. OR a Bachelor's Degree in a related trade, including above coursework, and 1 year of related trade experience.

For Vocational Instructor 3 : Initial certification as a teacher of trade subjects in the appropriate specialty as issued by the New York State Education Department.

For Vocational Instructor 4 : Professional certificate as a teacher of trade subjects in the appropriate specialty as issued by the New York State Education Department.

The duties that the incumbent of the vacancy will be expected to perform. Duties Description Makes plans for teaching assignments based on overall course objective.

May administer standard tests or observe the learners ability to use tools, machines, or other equipment to assess learners abilities.

Administers practical and / or theory tests to determine a learners prior achievement in the subject field. Utilizes approved standard syllabus in a vocational subject area and / or may, under direction, modify or develop a syllabus to meet the special needs of the group.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

The Cornell Cooperative Extension (CCE) Dutchess County Community Horticulture Program Coordinator coordinates the Community Horticulture and Master Gardener Volunteer (MG) Education Program for CCE Dutchess County.

The Community Horticulture Program Coordinator recruits, trains and provides support to Master Gardener volunteers as well as facilitates regular professional development opportunities for MG volunteers.

Assists with providing horticultural expertise utilizing research-based university or extension resources. Assists with invasive species educational efforts.

Monitors MG volunteers for adherence to standards of information and data collection about the program and work with supervisor if issues arise.

Assists with providing guidance and support to MG volunteers for their planned programs. Recruits MG volunteers for CCE Community Horticulture Program projects.

This position is responsible for producing the monthly Dutchess Dirt newsletter.

Required Qualifications :

• Associate’s Degree. GED / High School diploma + 2 years transferable program / functional experience is acceptable.
• Demonstrated ability to engage and motivate volunteers.
• Demonstrated ability to assist with the preparation of presentations and assist with teaching individuals of all ages.
• Demonstrated experience in running meetings and planning events for the public.
• High level of organizational skills
• Strong writing and communication skills in a variety of mediums (newsletters, email, social media)
• Able to perform or direct hands-on garden work.
• Experience with MS Office Suite, especially Word, Excel and Outlook
• Ability to meet travel requirements associated with this position.
• Ability to work flexible hours including evenings and / or weekends.

Preferred Qualifications :

• Demonstrated horticulture experience.
• Coursework in horticulture, plant science, landscape design or related subjects
• Three years of experience as a landscaper / gardener / Master Gardener Volunteer
• Knowledge of annual, perennial, and woody ornamentals and their use in the landscape
• Knowledge of invasive species and best management practices
• Skill in using websites, writing press releases, and other marketing and communication skills.
• Conflict resolution skills.

Responsibilities / Essential Functions :

Program Responsibilities :

Program Delivery - 10%

• Foster acceptance of horticultural best practices based on pre-existing materials from university / extension research, to address community and individual needs.
• Provide educational program content via mass media, including website, press releases, television, radio, Facebook, and other social media.
• Serve as horticulture and gardening subject matter resource to volunteers utilizing established materials. Refer more difficult, complex questions to regional team and / or campus faculty.
• As part of program delivery, interact and communicate with program participants and volunteers in a variety of ways, including face to face, e-mail, telephone, and social media to answer questions, facilitate learning and develop and maintain good rapport.
• Represent CCE before the public, community leaders, government officials, and Cornell as part of horticulture and gardening program delivery.

Administrative Responsibilities :

Direction - 5%

• Provide input to volunteers in planning the structure of delivering Master Gardener educational programs via various methods.
• Provide input to supervisor to assist in planning the delivery of the established Master Gardener and educational program goals.
• Assist supervisor with planning mass media efforts.
• Provide input based on knowledge of MG program needs and implementation to supervisor for planning the MG program budget.

Management - 5%

• In collaboration with supervisor, solve problems and resolve conflicts that arise in the operation of the community horticulture and gardening education programs, utilizing appropriate policies and procedures related to volunteer management and goals.
• Assist with providing direction and guidance to MG volunteers, as well as monitor the performance of MG volunteers utilizing association volunteer management program tools.
• Assist with performing tasks related to MG volunteer management responsibility, including planning individuals’ special contributions based on their skills as applicable.
• Recruit new volunteers and coordinate professional development and networking opportunities for existing volunteers.

Coordination / Operation - 75%

Master Gardener Program Coordination

• Implement mass media efforts related to the MG volunteer program.
• Complete necessary written documentation and other office tasks as required by supervisor, association, and / or funders, including but not limited to monthly program reports, type communications and documents, and phone communications.
• Submit program-related expense receipts to supervisor for recording.
• Assist supervisor and MG volunteers in program coordination activities, including fundraising, as assigned.
• Train new volunteers on subject matter and facilitate professional development for existing volunteers.
• Maintain confidentiality of information regarding all program participants and MG volunteers.
• Maintain MG volunteer records, as well as of program participants, complete pre-determined reports, and accurately collect and prepare paperwork as required for all parts of the program delivery and evaluation processes.
• Complete administrative tasks required to meet established educational program goals, including creating program related e-mail communications, social media posts, webpage content, and managing program record keeping.
• Produce and ensure distribution of Dutchess Dirt monthly newsletter.

Professional Improvement and Other Duties as Assigned - 5%

• In cooperation with Supervisor and / or Executive Director, jointly develop and pursue a professional development plan to increase competencies relative to position accountabilities and to address changes in programming and association priorities.
• Collaborate in activities that are in general support of Cornell Cooperative Extension including but not limited to attendance at staff meetings, timely reporting of expenses, working with other staff, general marketing of Extension programs and other duties as assigned.

Health and Safety - Applies to all duties and functions.

• Support the association to maintain a safe working environment.
• Be familiar and strive to follow any applicable federal, state, local regulations, association health and safety policy / procedure / requirement and standard.
• Act proactively to prevent accidents / injuries and communicate hazards to supervisors when identified.

EEO / EPO and Policy - Applies to all duties and functions.

• Appreciate and embrace diversity in all interactions with clientele, staff, volunteers and the public.
• Assist the Cornell Cooperative Extension system in reaching out to diverse audiences.
• Aware of, and adheres to, established Cornell Cooperative Extension Association of Ulster County policies and procedures, and Skills for Success.
• Contribute to the overall success of the organization by performing all assigned duties in a professional, timely and accurate manner.

This is a full time, 40 hours per week, benefits eligible, non-exempt position. Compensation starting at the rate of $21.

00 per hour, commensurate with experience.

Excellent benefits, based on eligibility, including :

• Vacation, Sick and Personal time
• Paid Holidays
• NYS Health Insurance Program (including Dental Insurance)
• NYS Retirement
• Long-term Disability Insurance
• Voluntary Tax Deferred Annuity
• Voluntary Flexible Spending Accounts
• Voluntary Group Universal Life Insurance
• Voluntary Personal Accidental Insurance
• Voluntary Legal Plan Insurance
• Voluntary Long Term Care Insurance
• Voluntary Auto and Homeowner’s Insurance
• Voluntary Pet Insurance
• Voluntary New York’s College Savings Program

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The agency in which the vacancy exists.AgencyCorrections and Community Supervision, Department of

The job title for the vacancy.TitleVocational Instructor 1-4 - Horticulture

The job title for the vacancy.Occupational CategoryEducation, Teaching

The salary grade for this vacancy. Salaries are determined by salary grade and bargaining unit.Salary Grade17

The collective bargaining unit to which this vacancy is assigned.Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)

The minimum and maximum of the salary range for this vacancy.Salary RangeFrom $57984 to $73813 Annually

Indicates whether this job is full-time or part-time. If the job is part-time, an estimated percentage will be provided.

Employment Type Full-Time

This indicates the type of job, typically permanent, temporary, or provisional. 'Provisional' means that the appointment will be temporary until the incumbent takes and passes an appropriate civil service examination.

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional class is the indicator for how this job can be filled. The classified service is governed by the Civil Service Commission, and consists of competitive, non-competitive, exempt, and labor classes.

Competitive class' indicates that the applicant must take and pass an appropriate civil service examination. 'Non-competitive class' indicates that the applicant's qualifications will be evaluated without a civil service examination.

Exempt class' indicates that the applicant will be evaluated by methods other than competitive or non-competitive, and that incumbents will not be granted tenure.

Labor class' requires that applicants possess skills or other physical characteristics that cannot effectively be evaluated by other means.

The unclassified service is legislatively defined, and includes such positions as elected officials, department and agency heads, and all academic personnel in public schools, colleges, and universities.

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Estimates the percentage of time incumbents of this vacancy will be required to travel. Travel Percentage 0%

This provides information on the expected workweek. Workweek Mon-Fri

The number of hours in the workweek, typically 37.5 or 40 for full time, or any other number for part time.Hours Per Week 40

Workday

The start time for this vacancy. If the agency employs flextime, this will be the earliest time this vacancy's shift can start. From 8 AM

The end time for this vacancy. If the agency employs flextime, this will be the latest time this vacancy's shift can end. To 4 PM

If checked, the agency allows flextime. Flextime allowed? No

If checked, this vacancy includes mandatory overtime. Mandatory overtime? No

If checked, this agency allows compressed workweek scheduling. Compressed workweek allowed? No

If checked, this agency allows telecommuting for this position. Telecommuting allowed? No

The county in which the vacancy is located. County Westchester

The street address where the vacancy is located. Street Address Bedford Hills Correctional Facility

247 Harris Road

The city where the vacancy is located. City Bedford Hills

The state where the vacancy is located (the default is New York). StateNY

The zip code where the vacancy is located. Zip Code10507

The minimum qualifications required for this vacancy. Minimum Qualifications For Vocational Instructor 1 : 4 years of appropriate trade experience and High School Diploma or Equivalency Diploma;

OR an Associates Degree in related trade plus 2 years of such experience; OR a Bachelors Degree in any area plus 1 of related trade experience.

For Vocational Instructor 2 : 4 years of appropriate trade experience and a minimum of 12 college credits in pedagogy core coursework earned from a New York State Education Department approved learning;

Teaching Students with Disabilities and Special Health Needs; Curriculum Instruction and Assessment; English Language Arts.

OR an Associate's Degree in a related trade, including above coursework, and 2 years of related trade experience. OR a Bachelor's Degree in a related trade, including above coursework, and 1 year of related trade experience.

For Vocational Instructor 3 : Initial certification as a teacher of trade subjects in the appropriate specialty as issued by the New York State Education Department.

For Vocational Instructor 4 : Professional certificate as a teacher of trade subjects in the appropriate specialty as issued by the New York State Education Department.

The duties that the incumbent of the vacancy will be expected to perform. Duties Description Makes plans for teaching assignments based on overall course objective.

May administer standard tests or observe the learners ability to use tools, machines, or other equipment to assess learners abilities.

Administers practical and / or theory tests to determine a learners prior achievement in the subject field. Utilizes approved standard syllabus in a vocational subject area and / or may, under direction, modify or develop a syllabus to meet the special needs of the group.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

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