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North Carolina State University

Temporary Extension Program Assistant, Hort - Dare County

🇺🇸 Manteo, NC

🕑 Part-Time

💰 $16 per Hour

💻 Project Management

🗓️ August 20th, 2025

Edtech.com's Summary

NC State University is hiring a Temporary Extension Program Assistant, Hort - Dare County. The role involves planning, implementing, and evaluating horticulture programs, recruiting and managing Master Gardener volunteers, supporting community gardens, and educating homeowners and groups on horticultural best practices in Dare County.

Highlights

  • Support horticulture programming and outreach in Dare County.
  • Recruit, train, and manage Dare Extension Master Gardener volunteers.
  • Assist Master Gardeners with online record-keeping and pesticide education.
  • Develop and coordinate youth horticulture programs.
  • Deliver information via mass media such as TV, radio, and social media.
  • Must have technical competence in horticulture and excellent communication skills.
  • Requires valid NC Driver's License and willingness to travel within and occasionally outside the district.
  • Part-time temporary position, up to 29 hours per week.
  • Minimum education: high school diploma or equivalent; advanced training and horticulture experience preferred.
  • Hourly pay starts at minimum $15.66, commensurate with experience.