Extension Program Assistant​/Associate-Volunteer Coordinator

Posting Number:

PG190889CE

Position Number:

SE-

Position Type:

NC Cooperative Extension

Job City & State:

Wilmington North Carolina

Department :

NCCE-New Hanover County Center

Working Title:

Extension Program Assistant/Associate-Volunteer Coordinator

Appointment:

12 Month Recurring

Job Type:

Full-Time - Permanent

FTE:

1.00

Essential

Job Duties:

Are you looking for a rewarding career that will let you give back to your community? NC State Extension extends research-based knowledge to all North Carolinians, helping them transform science into everyday solutions that improve their lives and grow our state. We are the model of excellence in non-formal, research-based education that advances agriculture, the environment, human health and well-being, youth and communities, while creating prosperity for all North Carolinians.

Working for NC State Extension allows you to teach without being tied to a classroom and school bell.
While our employees are located in NC County offices, they reap the benefits of employment at NC State University. Some of our benefits include:

• Paid time off
• Paid tuition
• Health Insurance
• Flexible Scheduling
• Retirement Savings
• Supplemental Benefits Programs
• Wolf Perks!

You Belong Here! At NC State, our goal is for all employees to reach their fullest potential  you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Proposition (
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This position supports New Hanover County Cooperative Extension programs and the New Hanover County Arboretum, specifically focusing on volunteer recruitment, coordination, and recognition across multiple program areas; and overseeing the coordination of public and private grounds events, and large-scale Extension events.
Primary Function of Organizational Unit:

North Carolina Cooperative Extension gives our residents easy access to the resources and expertise of NC State University and NC A&T State University. Through educational programs, publications, and events, Cooperative Extension field faculty deliver unbiased, research-based information to North Carolina citizens.
The City of Wilmington is the county seat and is rich in historical significance and home to many recreational and cultural sites and events. Important contributors to the local economy include the state port, tourism, filmmaking, manufacturing, and financial technology.
More information about New Hanover County Extension Center, visit their website:
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Duties and Responsibilities:

• Volunteer Coordination & Recruitment: Provide recruitment, training, and coordination for volunteers across our Extension programs and events, Arboretum grounds volunteers, gift shop volunteers, tours, and others.
• Grounds & Event Scheduling: Schedule and coordinate events on the Arboretum grounds, serving as the primary point of contact for elopements, after-hours professional photography sessions, and Saturday Cooperative Extension or partner events.
• Event Coordination: Manage volunteer staffing, shift coverage, logistics, and on-site support for annual community events, including the Extension Master Gardener Plant Sale, Art in the Arboretum, Tree Fest, and the Cape Fear Native Plant Festival.
• Weekend Operations: Serve as the primary on-site staff person on Saturdays, ensuring a welcoming environment, providing customer service to visitors, and managing volunteer shifts for the gift shop and public event staff coverage.
• Volunteer Recognition: Design, coordinate, and execute volunteer appreciation initiatives, service milestones, annual thank-you events, and recognition to maintain high volunteer retention and morale.

Number of Permanent Employees this Position Supervises:

0

Percent of Time Spent:

0%

Identify if the Position is Mandatory / Essential / Key:

Not Applicable

Work Schedule:

Tuesday through Saturday schedule (40 hours per week).

Minimum Experience/

Education:

The minimum requirement for employment with the North Carolina Cooperative Extension (NCCE) is a high-school diploma or equivalent. Advanced training in related fields is preferred.

Department

Required Skills:

• Engaging, relationship-focused interpersonal skills; enjoys working closely with the volunteer base and providing responsive customer service.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented; able to manage recurring deadlines and multiple program priorities simultaneously.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for clear, friendly…