Job Description

Job Summary
The Department of Horticulture is seeking a combination position of an Instructor/Sr. Instructor I and an Educational Program Coordinator. The incumbent will hold two appointments, a 0.50 FTE, fixed-term, 12-month Instructor/Sr. Instructor I position, with reappointment at the discretion of the Department Head, and a 0.50 FTE, Educational Program Coordinator, a 12-month, professional faculty position, reflecting duties in both academic and administrative areas.

College of Agricultural Sciences (CAS) faculty are committed to enhancing student success by engaging students in quality academic instruction, research, internships, global studies, and other experiential learning opportunities. There is an expectation that, as part of your role in the college, you embody and advance the principles and practices conveyed in the CAS CARE Commitment document.

Oregon State University’s commitment to student success includes hiring, retaining, and developing diverse faculty to mentor and educate our undergraduate and graduate students from entry through graduation. Our Strategic Plan articulates the strategies we believe are critical to advancing and equalizing learner success. The College of Agricultural Sciences is likewise committed to the success of all learners, accessed through its extension and outreach programs.
The Instructor position will provide instruction of face-to-face courses material within the Department of Horticulture Landscape and Urban Horticulture Program Option (with an emphasis on Landscape and Urban Horticulture) at the Oak Creek Center for Urban Horticulture. This position will contribute to the development of new courses and revision of existing “experiential learning” courses at OCCUH. These courses will emphasis activities to prepare students for activities at the National Association of Landscape Professionals (NALP) – National Collegiate Landscape Competition.

The incumbent should foster student critical thinking and advance student’s knowledge and skills in urban horticulture and landscape management. This will be done by designing, maintaining, and carrying out educational program activities to ensure an intellectual foundation for students.
The Educational Program Coordinator and Recruiter position will assist in educational, research and outreach activities at the Oak Creek Center for Urban Horticulture (OCCUH) to further develop the Turfgrass and Landscape and Urban Horticulture Program degree options, with an emphasis on Landscape management and urban horticulture.

The position will also be responsible for coordinating internship opportunities and developing and executing a recruitment plan and activities to increase enrollment of undergraduate students in the program.
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Key Responsibilities
50% Program Coordinator and Recruiter for the Turfgrass, Landscape and Urban Horticulture Program Option and the Oak Creek Center for Urban Horticulture
Work closely with the Horticulture Department academic advisor(s) and Turfgrass, Landscape and Urban Horticulture Faculty to align curriculum, with a focus on landscape management and urban horticulture.
Coordinate internship opportunities for students by connecting employers with students and vice versa, visit students during their internships, provide internship oversight and grade internship reports related to the Turfgrass, Landscape and Urban Horticulture option.
Coordinate schedule for course laboratories and coordinate/lead adult education events (field days, workshops, site visits and tours) at the Oak Creek Center for Urban Horticulture.
Participate in advising and mentoring students within the Turfgrass, Landscape and Urban Horticulture option, and the Landscape and Urban Horticulture Undergraduate Club.
Mentor students attending industry events such as the National Association of Landscape Professionals (NALP) – National Collegiate Landscape Competition and NALP ELEVATE meeting.
Establish new and/or enhance existing collaborations with community colleges and high schools and be the liaison to develop a flow-through program for students from high school through BS degree options.
Develop and execute a recruitment plan and activities to increase enrollment of undergraduate and graduate students in the Turfgrass, Landscape and Urban Horticulture option.
Demonstrate a commitment to diversity and inclusion, including efforts promoting equitable outcomes among learners of diverse and underrepresented identity groups.


45% Instruction
Develop curriculum and provide instruction for 3-4 urban horticulture and landscaping courses (new and existing) that train, engage and challenge students learning through on-campus laboratories. This includes on campus, and PACE (continuing education) courses. The incumbent is expected to contribute to Inclusive Excellence initiatives including:.
Contribute to social justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion efforts; provide mentoring and opportunities for students from underrepresented groups; enable the advancement of diverse perspectives; and promote equitable outcomes among learners of diverse and underrepresented identity groups.
Provide mentoring and opportunities for students from underrepresented groups; enable the advancement of diverse perspectives; and promote equitable outcomes among learners of diverse and underrepresented identity groups.
Demonstrate a commitment to diversity and inclusion, including efforts promoting equitable outcomes among learners of diverse and underrepresented identity groups.

5% Service
Participate in departmental and college governance and professional activities; serve on university committees, as time, interest and aptitude permit.
What You Will Need
Minimum Qualifications for Instructor Position:
MS in horticulture, agronomy or a closely related field with a focus on urban horticulture or landscape management.
Demonstrated knowledge of urban horticulture and landscape management practices
Demonstrable teaching skills.
Demonstrated organizational skills.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and as a team member.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
General knowledge of computers and proficiency with electronic information delivery.
A demonstrable commitment to fostering an inclusive learning environment and equalizing student success for diverse audiences.

Additional Minimum Qualifications for appointment at rank of Senior Instructor I:
Four years of professional experience teaching at the college or university level.
Sustained record of exceptional teaching at the college or university level.

Minimum Qualifications for Educational Program Coordinator & Recruiter Position:
MS in horticulture or a closely related field with an emphasis on urban horticulture and landscape management.
Minimum 2 years of experience in areas such as outreach, client engagement, and/or promotion in urban horticulture or landscape management.
Demonstrated organizational skills.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and as a team member.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to organize large and complex events, such as preparing for the National Collegiate Landscape Competition and hosting industry advisory and partnership events.
A strong command of numerous technologies used in the Landscape Design/Build/Manage profession, including design and business-related software.
Verifiable knowledge and training in the operation of heavy landscape construction equipment such as trucks, trailers, tractors, excavators, and power tools such as saws, drills, etc.
Commitment to promoting and enhancing activities that lead to an inclusive excellence learning environment.

This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a criminal history check and be determined to be position qualified as per University Standard: 05-010 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in youth programs may have additional criminal history checks every 24 months.
What We Would Like You to Have
Preferred Qualifications for Instructor Position:
Previous work experience in urban horticulture or landscape management.
Past National Association of Landscape Professionals (NALP) – National Collegiate Landscape Competition attendance and participation.
Life experience, education, or training that broadens the capacity to equalize student success or impact under-served students.

Preferred Qualifications for Educational Program Coordinator & Recruiter Position:
Previous work experience in Urban Horticulture or Landscape Management.
Previous experience in student activities programming, mentoring, or advising.
Evidence of team-building skills, capacity for successful collaboration and potential to manage large multidisciplinary projects.
Evidence of existing professional relationships locally and nationally in the green industry and ability to leverage, resulting in internships and full-time employment for our students.
Ability to use existing relationships to cultivate gifts to the Turfgrass, Landscape and Urban Horticulture option, the Landscape and Urban Horticulture Undergraduate Club, the Oak Creek Center for Urban Horticulture. and the Department of Horticulture.
Familiarity with high school Horticulture programs, 2-year programs, groups such as FFA, and 4H.
Previous participation in the National Collegiate Landscape Competition or similar student/industry events.
Experience organizing and managing large and complex events and ability to remain organized in a fast moving and dynamic setting.
Experience with social media platforms.
Experience managing student clubs and activities.
Ability to manage industry stakeholder needs and relationships.