Laramie County Horticulture Project Coordinator UW Extension

JOB TITLE:

Laramie County Horticulture Coordinator

JOB PURPOSE:

Are you seeking a career that will allow you to positively impact Wyoming communities and people Do you value public service and seek an outlet that allows you to serve the public through educational programs you create Are you committed to lifelong learning and find value in sharing that with others Then please consider applying for this open position.

The mission of University of Wyoming Extension (UWE) is to empower the people of Wyoming to make choices that enhance their quality of life. By actively involving Wyoming people institutions and communities UWE shows a commitment to relevance diversity people connectivity accountability innovation entrepreneurship and respect. With this in mind UWE will be responsive to the needs concerns and aspirations of the people of Wyoming as we provide learning for better living. If you seek a rewarding career that allows you to be a part of this mission and vision please consider this open position.

The Laramie County Horticulture Coordinator will administer the Master Gardener volunteer program and meet the horticulture needs of community members by developing delivering and evaluating educational opportunities and research-based information on topics such as cultivation of gardens and landscapes tree care insect and disease identification and management etc. This will be accomplished primarily through individual consultations in the office and during off-site yard visits educational programs and events as well as media products/releases.

This position is based in Cheyenne Wyoming the county seat for Laramie County.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Program Development and Delivery

• Administer Laramie Countys Master Gardener volunteer program; organize and coordinate Master Gardeners schedules; teach Master Gardener classes; facilitate Master Gardener training; and assist as needed in the coordination of the state Master Gardener program.
• Administer the community garden program (if applicable).
• Provide direct horticulture support through yard calls and answering horticulture inquiries.
• Provide educational programs about horticulture to various groups and organizations throughout the county.
• Establish professional relationships with Extension Specialists and other scientific experts to ensure programming is rooted in research-based information and initiatives appropriate for this position.
• Identify and implement strategies to expand the reach of educational programming ensuring programs and processes are welcoming accessible and inclusive of community participants and staff with varying backgrounds and experiences.
• Develop and support community partnerships that expand programmatic impact.
• Determine fiscal resources needed for each program and identify external funding sources as needed.
• Maintain an awareness of current problems and concerns within the horticulture industry; obtain current training in the horticulture field.
• Maintain an awareness of related community resources

Volunteer Systems

• Identify needs/opportunities for volunteers to serve in management and delivery roles and recruit and place individuals in these roles.
• Cultivate relationships with and build capacity of Master Gardeners through a support system consisting of effective orientation training utilization recognition and evaluation.
• Address issues/conflict that arise with volunteer roles.

Communication and Reporting

• Develop and maintain respectful and responsive working relationships with volunteers colleagues community partners clientele and the general public.
• Interact positively with youth and adults.
• Develop content for media sources (e.g. newsletters newspapers radio web social media podcasts etc.) to promote programs report on program impacts and provide educational information to the public.
• Collect data and prepare reports and presentations to share with local officials and others about the accomplishments impacts and public value of horticulture programming.
• Operate modern office machines and equipment including PCs scanners printers copiers; routinely use a full range of word processing database and spreadsheet software applications.

Program Operations

• Secure external funding to support and expand educational programming.
• Ensure potential and current participants have full access to programs services and facilities.
• Plan for and manage risk through established procedures and resources.
• Maintain organized records and provide reports.

Essential Physical Demands and Typical Working Conditions

• Must be able to carry stand drive kneel speak squat hear climb stoop walk sit reach and pull on a regular basis with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Must be able to stand or walk for extended periods.
• May be exposed to fumes hazards dirt heat/cold chemical noise and toxins.
• May work indoors or outdoors in any type of weather.

Approximate Time Distribution

This is a full-time position. The work week will consist of 40 hours.

• Horticulture Education 95% including youth and adult audiences.
• General office support 5%.

Funding

This position is hired and supervised by the University of Wyoming but is a county-funded position and will therefore exist if these funds are available.

Essential Attendance and Availability Requirements

• Must have the ability to work at the job site.
• Must have regular attendance.
• Must have the ability to travel.
• Must have the ability to occasionally work in the evening and on weekends.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelors degree in Horticulture or a related field and
• One year of work experience in horticulture or a related field or equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required skills knowledge and abilities to fulfill essential duties and responsibilities
• Reliable transportation and a valid drivers license with a motor vehicle record (MVR) compliant with the Driving for University Business SAP.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Vocational or professional training in horticulture
• Demonstrated ability to effectively manage a team of adult volunteers
• Demonstrated ability to provide timely research-based information and education to volunteers and clientele
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively through interpersonal interactions speaking and writing
• Demonstrated ability to interact positively with youth and adults

This position will remain open until filled. Complete applications received by 01/27/2026 will receive full consideration.

ABOUT CHEYENNE:

Cheyenne is the capital city of Wyoming. Its home to the Cheyenne Frontier Days Old West Museum with exhibits about early rodeos and artifacts like 19th-century passenger wagons. The landscaped Cheyenne Botanic Gardens includes a labyrinth. Collections at the Wyoming State Museum include dinosaur fossils. For more information on Cheyenne and Laramie County please visit:

application inquiries contact:

Ann Roberson Business Manager

University of Wyoming Extension

1000 E. University Ave. Dept. #3354

Laramie WY 82071

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E-mail: mrober38@

For specific position information contact:

Dannele Peck Associate Director

University of Wyoming Extension

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Email: dpeck@