Horticulture Area Agent at NC State University

Enhance community horticultural programs as an Area Agent with NC State University, serving Edgecombe, Halifax, and Northampton Counties. Your expertise will help educate consumers and professionals alike.
As the Area Agent in Horticulture, you will lead horticultural initiatives, manage Extension Master Gardener volunteers, and coordinate outreach efforts. This role includes developing youth-focused programs and creating educational materials to enhance horticultural literacy across the communities.
Key Responsibilities:
• Serve diverse horticulture clients with educational knowledge
• Manage and train Extension Master Gardener volunteers
• Create engaging outreach materials for educational purposes
• Develop youth-focused programs related to horticultural practices
• Oversee project management and grant writing tasks
Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree in Horticultural Science or related field
• Experience in grant writing and educational delivery
• Exc...