16-25 Extension Program Coordinator, Outreach and Volunteer, Broomfield County (.75 FTE)

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Working Title 16-25 Extension Program Coordinator, Outreach and Volunteer, Broomfield County (.75 FTE) Position Location Broomfield, CO Work Location Position qualifies for hybrid/in-office work Research Professional Position No Posting Number 202500387AP Position Type Admin Professional/ Research Professional Classification Title Prof/Indiv Contrib II Number of Vacancies 1 Work Hours/Week 30 Proposed Annual Salary Range The starting salary will be in the range of $50,000 - $65,000 (based on 1.0 FTE) and will be commensurate with education and experience. The salary range for this .75 FTE position will be $37,500 - $48,750. Employee Benefits

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Desired Start Date Position End Date (if temporary) To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on 04/14/2025 Description of Work Unit

The Office of Engagement and Extension (OEE) was organized in 2006 to advance CSU’s engagement and outreach missions. OEE includes CSU Extension, CSU Extended Campus (including CSU Online), the Colorado Water Center and a variety of vibrant programs that engage the teaching, research, extension, and service missions of Colorado State University. The Vice President for Engagement and Extension (VPEE) is the principal administrative, academic, and fiscal officer for the division, reports to the CSU President, and works closely with the Provost/Executive Vice President. OEE works collaboratively across all Colleges and offices on campus, and has strong engagement programs throughout Colorado, the Western US and globally. At any given time, OEE includes over 400 employees. The total of budgets is approximately $85 million. OEE is one of the most institutionally comprehensive commitments to engagement and outreach among all land-grant and other universities. Propelled by OEE’s leadership, nationally CSU is a Carnegie Engaged University (2008, 2014), is a member of the Engagement Scholarship Consortium, is an APLU Innovation and Economic Prosperity University (2016) and is highly ranked for its online degree programs. Annually, CSU Extended Campus garners enrollments of over 10,000 learners and CSU Extension delivers approximately 500,000 educational contacts.

The City and County of Broomfield became Colorado’s 64th county in 2001 and is home to 76,860 residents. Situated in the north metro area between Denver and Boulder, the community is planned with a balance of residential and commercial land use, with generous open space, parks, and natural areas. The 34 square mile county boasts over 8,000 acres of private and public open lands, a multimodal transportation network, and a broad employer base including retail, manufacturing, and tech and communication companies.

The Broomfield CSU Extension team is housed in the Broomfield Library, Arts, History and CSU Extension Department, and collaborates with a wide range of government and community partners in delivering educational programs and services. The current staff consists of the Extension director/horticulture specialist, a part-time administrative support position, and the volunteer coordinator.

For more information, access the following websites: Colorado State University Extension: extension.colostate.edu; CSU Extension in Broomfield: broomfield.extension.colostate.edu and

City and County of Broomfield: www.broomfield.org.

We are committed to increasing the diversity of our staff and providing culturally responsive programs and services. Therefore, we encourage responses from people of all backgrounds and abilities. We invite you to review Colorado State University’s Principles of Community that guide our mission and vision of access, teaching, service, and engagement. Colorado State University encourages professional development and provides an Employee Study Privilege with up to nine credit hours of tuition assistance annually.

Position Summary

This position will oversee the administration of CSU Extension volunteer programs in Broomfield, and coordinate volunteers to provide non-credit educational programming for youth and adult audiences, based on community needs. Duties include volunteer recruitment, training, retention and coordination; support for volunteer activities that engage the public; program marketing; program activity tracking and reporting; volunteer recognition; documentation and reporting of program accomplishments. The primary volunteer program for CSU Extension in Broomfield is the Colorado Master Gardener (CMG) program. CMG volunteers carry out a range of community outreach and education activities including teaching gardens, community classes and home gardener consultations. The Broomfield and Adams County CMG programs operate jointly. This position leads the administration of the CMG programs in both counties and works closely with a counterpart in Adams County to support volunteer activities and needs. There are currently 50 CMG volunteers in Broomfield and 114 in the two counties. For more information on the Colorado Master Gardener program visit cmg.extension.colostate.edu.

CSU Extension in Broomfield is seeking to expand the reach and impact of its volunteer programs in the areas of natural resources and conservation in the future. This position may help pilot new volunteer programs in these areas which could include Native Plant Masters, Master Naturalists, others.

The individual in this position works as a member of the local county Extension team, as a local representative of Colorado State University, and as a regional collaborator. This individual works under the guidance and supervision of the Broomfield County Extension Director. This position will work closely with many volunteers, colleagues and partners. The typical schedule is Monday – Thursday; some night and weekend work is required (can be scheduled in advance).

Required Job Qualifications

• Completed bachelor’s degree.
• Two or more years of experience or training relevant to volunteer management.
• Must have a valid driver’s license or the ability to obtain a driver’s license or access to a licensed driver by the employment start date.
• The successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States by the proposed start date; Extension will not sponsor a visa for this position.
  
  

Preferred Job Qualifications

• Strong organizational skills and time management; demonstrated success coordinating and prioritizing multiple events/projects and tasks with concurrent deadlines.
• Ability to communicate through teaching, public speaking/presentation and writing as demonstrated through application materials and experience.
• Demonstrated experience working with people as individuals and in groups; ability to forge equitable and successful partnerships with other professionals and organizations.
• Commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion in program efforts.
• Demonstrated use of technology in planning, marketing, and managing volunteer or educational programs.
• Experience or knowledge in horticulture, natural resources, or a closely related field.
• Experience in audience needs identification, educational program delivery, and program evaluation.
• Completed master’s degree.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish.
  
  

Essential Duties

Job Duty Category Volunteer Recruitment, Development and Management Duty/Responsibility

• Maintain, strengthen and grow existing Extension volunteer programs by coordinating the following activities – recruiting, interviewing, selecting, training, deploying and recognizing volunteers; establishing project teams and coordinating volunteer project managers; tracking hours, monitoring and redirecting project implementation as needed.
• Help the public gain answers to horticulture and program related questions through volunteers and use of evidence-based resources.
• Instill quality customer service skills and diagnostic protocols in volunteers.
• Provide guidance and support for volunteers and volunteer projects in the community.
• Maintain and develop local program processes that follow state program guidelines and enhance the experience of volunteers, staff and community members.
• Educate, manage, and support volunteers in the use of an online volunteer management system that includes electronic scheduling and tracking; maintain email contact lists and databases; create summary reports.
• Provide proactive and responsive continuing education opportunities for volunteers to address knowledge gaps and provide enrichment opportunities.
  
  

Note: % of job assigned to this duty may be changed as the program develops.

Percentage Of Time 60% Job Duty Category Program Planning, Development, Delivery, Evaluation and Reporting Duty/Responsibility

• Collect and report program activity data to CSU and county.
• Assist in developing, delivering, and evaluating research based educational programming and information for the public using a variety of educational venues.
• Help develop and promote culturally appropriate programming that is inclusive of youth and adult audiences that are diverse and/or underserved.
• Actively participate in CSU Extension statewide and regional work groups relevant to program area; help shape and implement local, regional, or statewide program efforts as appropriate.
• Work with supervisor to develop individual plan of work and contribute to local program goals.
• Participate in professional development opportunities as appropriate or required by the position.
• Collect and report data, stories, pictures and marketing to include in publications, websites, social media, etc. for CSU and Broomfield County.
• Assist with updating and maintaining Broomfield CSU Extension website and social media platforms with relevant program related content and information.
  
  

Note: % of job assigned to this duty may be changed as the program develops.

Percentage Of Time 25% Job Duty Category Initiate and Develop Relationships and Partnerships Duty/Responsibility

• Develop strong working relationships and coordinate resources and programs with other Colorado State University and Extension staff, educational institutions, non-profits, business and other county departments and stakeholders to enhance program development and delivery.
• Promote and cross-market CSU Extension programs, partnerships, and activities in the community.
  
  

Note: % of job assigned to this duty may be changed as the program develops.

Percentage Of Time 15%

Application Details

Special Instructions to Applicants

For full consideration, all materials must be RECEIVED no later than 11:59 PM Mountain Time on Monday, April 14, 2025. Please submit the following to apply:

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Special Required Documentation – Statement (no more than 5 pages) of how you meet all applicable “Required” and “Preferred” Job Qualifications. Please respond to each bullet point separately.
  
  

All applicants will be contacted approximately 15 working days after the deadline regarding their status. Next steps and interview dates will be shared to those moving forward. Three professional references will be requested of applicants that advance in the interview process. References will not be contacted without prior notification to candidates.

Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.

For questions regarding the application process, contact the Talent Acquisition office at HR_TA@colostate.edu. For questions regarding the job vacancy, responsibilities, and salary, please contact Sarah Schweig at Sarah.Schweig@colostate.edu.

CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact.

Conditions of Employment Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires), Valid Driver’s License, Travel Search Contact Sarah Schweig at Sarah.Schweig@colostate.edu EEO

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Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

References Requested

References Requested

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Supplemental Questions

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Special Required Documentation
  
  

Optional Documents