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Florida Project Learning Tree Coordinator/Urban Forestry Assistant
(official university title: Coordinator, Research Programs 1)
School of Forest Resources and Conservation
The University of Florida, School of Forest Resources and Conservation (SFRC) is seeking a full-time, highly motivated, knowledgeable self-starter with strong organizational abilities and a commitment to public education to serve as the Florida Project Learning Tree Coordinator and to support our new Urban Forestry program.
This position will work half-time for each of two faculty members in support of their extension and research programs in Natural Resources Education and Urban Forestry. Responsibilities include serving as statewide coordinator of Project Learning Tree (PLT) and supporting development and implementation of a new research and extension program oriented around urban forests in Florida. The incumbent will develop, coordinate and maintain extension programs.
As Florida Project Learning Tree Coordinator, duties include: Maintain and support a state-wide network of facilitators and stakeholders who deliver PLT programs; write funding proposals; track budgets; develop reports; create programs; and evaluate elements of the program.
As Urban Forestry Assistant, duties include: Conduct measurements; analyze data; prepare reports; and evaluate extension programs in urban forestry.
Minimum Requirements:
A master’s degree in an appropriate area of specialization; or a bachelor’s degree in the same and two years of related experience. A current Florida driver’s license is also required as travel is a necessity of this position.
Preferred Qualifications:
A degree in a natural resources or education field strongly preferred. Knowledge and experience with forest systems, applied research, environmental education, education reform, volunteer management and competency in general computer applications desired. The willingness and ability to travel for meetings, conferences and data collection are essential.
Salary and Benefits:
Expected starting salary range is $38,000.00 - $40,000.00 annually plus comprehensive benefits and a generous leave package. For additional information, visit www.hr.ufl.edu/benefits.
Application Deadline and Procedures
Deadline date to apply for this vacancy is July 14, 2005. To view application instructions and complete an online resume, please visit www.hr.ufl.edu/job. Keyword is “Project learning”. Reference number for this vacancy is 033085. Only applications received using the online application process are eligible for official consideration. In addition to the online application, please also submit a cover letter, resume or CV, copy of educational transcripts from all colleges/universities attended, one relevant writing sample and at least four references to Ms. Marie Meldrum, 118 Newins-Ziegler Hall, P.O. Box 110410, Gainesville FL 32611-0410. For additional information about this position, please contact Dr. Martha Monroe at (352) 846-0878 or mcmonroe@ufl.edu. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call (352) 392-4621 or The Florida Relay System at 1-800-955-8771 (TDD). An Equal Opportunity Institution.
(official university title: Coordinator, Research Programs 1)
School of Forest Resources and Conservation
The University of Florida, School of Forest Resources and Conservation (SFRC) is seeking a full-time, highly motivated, knowledgeable self-starter with strong organizational abilities and a commitment to public education to serve as the Florida Project Learning Tree Coordinator and to support our new Urban Forestry program.
This position will work half-time for each of two faculty members in support of their extension and research programs in Natural Resources Education and Urban Forestry. Responsibilities include serving as statewide coordinator of Project Learning Tree (PLT) and supporting development and implementation of a new research and extension program oriented around urban forests in Florida. The incumbent will develop, coordinate and maintain extension programs.
As Florida Project Learning Tree Coordinator, duties include: Maintain and support a state-wide network of facilitators and stakeholders who deliver PLT programs; write funding proposals; track budgets; develop reports; create programs; and evaluate elements of the program.
As Urban Forestry Assistant, duties include: Conduct measurements; analyze data; prepare reports; and evaluate extension programs in urban forestry.
Minimum Requirements:
A master’s degree in an appropriate area of specialization; or a bachelor’s degree in the same and two years of related experience. A current Florida driver’s license is also required as travel is a necessity of this position.
Preferred Qualifications:
A degree in a natural resources or education field strongly preferred. Knowledge and experience with forest systems, applied research, environmental education, education reform, volunteer management and competency in general computer applications desired. The willingness and ability to travel for meetings, conferences and data collection are essential.
Salary and Benefits:
Expected starting salary range is $38,000.00 - $40,000.00 annually plus comprehensive benefits and a generous leave package. For additional information, visit www.hr.ufl.edu/benefits.
Application Deadline and Procedures
Deadline date to apply for this vacancy is July 14, 2005. To view application instructions and complete an online resume, please visit www.hr.ufl.edu/job. Keyword is “Project learning”. Reference number for this vacancy is 033085. Only applications received using the online application process are eligible for official consideration. In addition to the online application, please also submit a cover letter, resume or CV, copy of educational transcripts from all colleges/universities attended, one relevant writing sample and at least four references to Ms. Marie Meldrum, 118 Newins-Ziegler Hall, P.O. Box 110410, Gainesville FL 32611-0410. For additional information about this position, please contact Dr. Martha Monroe at (352) 846-0878 or mcmonroe@ufl.edu. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call (352) 392-4621 or The Florida Relay System at 1-800-955-8771 (TDD). An Equal Opportunity Institution.
