Reports To: Linda Seals, Master Gardener Coordinator

General Description: Maintains University of Florida Extension Publication inventory and communicates University of Florida based gardening information to homeowners at the Palm Beach County Extension service offices.

Principle Duties:

• Stock and maintain the IFAS publications in the Mounts Building Lobby
• Stock and organize publication room shelves as needed
• Inform staff when publications need ordered or re-supplied
• Assist walk-in clientele with plant and pest samples

Qualifications:

• Successful completion of the Master Gardener training program
• Excellent organization skills
• Ability to effectively communicate with others
• Desire to learn more about plants and their pests
• Ability to work with diverse populations
• Dependable and reliable; must be able to commit to weekly time slot
• Deal courteously with the public

Procedures:

Volunteer Responsibilities:

• Dress appropriately for professional office work and meeting with the public
• Wear your Master Gardener name badge
• Arrive on time
• Call if you cannot keep your scheduled time

Staff Responsibilities:

• Provide training to enhance diagnostic skills (e.g., advanced Master Gardener training, workshops, field trips)
• Maintain publications inventory
• Provide current and updated information as it becomes available