Forest Stewardship Extension Educator

Job Responsibilities:
• Develop and implement UME’s Woodland Stewardship Program 
o Coordinate the development and implementation of woodland stewardship Extension and education programs in cooperation with UME Natural Resources Specialists at WMREC, as well as other UME educators & specialists.
o Develop publications, web resources, and other educational materials on woodland stewardship, invasive species, allied programs such as Call Before You Cut, and other relevant topics.
o Partner with woodland owners, professionals, and other organizations to provide educational programs, including some aimed at youth and diverse demographics.
o Work with: MD DNR-Forest Service, Tree Farm, Maryland Forests Association, other State agencies, and conservation organizations to promote woodland stewardship.
o Provide regular articles and material for the Branching Out Woodland Stewardship Newsletter that is produced four times per year and distributed electronically to approximately 2,000 landowners and others.
o Provide input and occasional assistance for maintenance and resources on the Maryland Woodland Stewardship webpage, www.extension.umd.edu/woodland.
o Seek and obtain grant funding to support and develop programs.
o Provide faculty oversight on the Maryland/Delaware Master Logger training program in cooperation with other partners and UMD staff.
o Coordinate with the Sustainable Forestry Initiative (SFI) and Master Logger Steering Committees 

Apply at: https://umd.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/UMCP/job/Extension-Educator--Forest-Stewardship_JR102138