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Position Information
Posting Number PG190795CE Position Number WT-00042612-1125 Position Type NC Cooperative Extension (EPS)
Department Information
Job City & State Hendersonville, NC Department Henderson County Extension
System Information
Working Title Bullington Gardens Director Appointment 12 Month Recurring Job Type Full-Time - Permanent FTE 1.0
Position Information
Position Overview
Essential Job Duties
Are you looking for a rewarding career that will let you give back to your community? NC State Extension extends research-based knowledge to all North Carolinians, helping them transform science into everyday solutions that improve their lives and grow our state. We are the model of excellence in non-formal, research-based education that advances agriculture, the environment, human health and well-being, youth and communities, while creating prosperity for all North Carolinians. Working for NC State Extension allows you to teach without being tied to a classroom and school bell. Check out this video on what it’s like to work for NC State Extension.
No two days in Extension are ever the same, there is always something new! Extension Agents are active in their communities and often need to meet the clients when and where they are available. This is not your typical desk job!
Benefits
While our employees are located in NC County offices, they reap the benefits of employment at NC State University. Some of our benefits include:
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Primary Purpose Of Position
Bullington Gardens is a non-profit 501©(3) organization that serves Henderson County and surrounding communities as a botanical garden and a center for horticultural education. It provides programs to students in the Henderson County Public School system and the general public. https://www.bullingtongardens.org/
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Primary Function of Organizational Unit
North Carolina Cooperative Extension gives our residents easy access to the resources and expertise of NC State University and NC A&T State University. Through educational programs, publications, and events, Cooperative Extension field faculty deliver unbiased, research-based information to North Carolina citizens.
Henderson County is in western North Carolina and is considered an emerging urban area, yet still has a large rural community. Nestled in the mountains, the county boasts a rich rural tradition combined with an urban flavor. For more information about Henderson County, visit the county website at https://www.hendersoncountync.gov
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Duties And Responsibilities
This position is a full-time (0.9375 FTE), 37.5-hour-per-week position. The position is 100% funded by a combination of revenue from Bullington Gardens, the state, and Henderson County.
Number of Permanent Employees this Position Supervises 0 Percent of Time Spent 0
Requirements and Preferences
Identify if the Position is Mandatory / Essential / Key Not Applicable Work Schedule Monday - Friday 8:30am– 5pm business hours, with occasional flex hours to attend night and/or weekend events to support Bullington Gardens programs. Minimum Experience/Education
One of the following educational requirements: – A Bachelor’s degree with a cumulative grade point average of 2.5 overall or a 3.0 (based on a 4.0 scale) in an agricultural or related field. The minimum GPA requirement will be waived for NCCE Program Associates with a Bachelor’s degree. – A Bachelor’s degree and the completion of at least one-half of coursework in a Master’s degree curriculum with a cumulative grade point average 3.0 or higher with at least one of the degrees in an agricultural or related field, or – Completion of a Master’s degree with at least one of the degrees in an agricultural or related field.
Department Required Skills
Required License or Certification
Recruitment
Recruitment Details
Anticipated Hiring Range Minimum Bachelor's $40,000; Minimum Master's $45,000 Minimum Doctorate $50,000 Internal Transfer Only No
Recruitment Dates
Job Open Date 11/10/2025
Applicant Information
Quick Link https://jobs.ncsu.edu/postings/224579 EEO
NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks as well as county-required background checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Required Documents
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
Special Instructions To Applicants
In addition to your application please submit a cover letter, resume, and the contact information for at least three (3) professional references.
Posting Details
Position Information
Posting Number PG190795CE Position Number WT-00042612-1125 Position Type NC Cooperative Extension (EPS)
Department Information
Job City & State Hendersonville, NC Department Henderson County Extension
System Information
Working Title Bullington Gardens Director Appointment 12 Month Recurring Job Type Full-Time - Permanent FTE 1.0
Position Information
Position Overview
Essential Job Duties
Are you looking for a rewarding career that will let you give back to your community? NC State Extension extends research-based knowledge to all North Carolinians, helping them transform science into everyday solutions that improve their lives and grow our state. We are the model of excellence in non-formal, research-based education that advances agriculture, the environment, human health and well-being, youth and communities, while creating prosperity for all North Carolinians. Working for NC State Extension allows you to teach without being tied to a classroom and school bell. Check out this video on what it’s like to work for NC State Extension.
No two days in Extension are ever the same, there is always something new! Extension Agents are active in their communities and often need to meet the clients when and where they are available. This is not your typical desk job!
Benefits
While our employees are located in NC County offices, they reap the benefits of employment at NC State University. Some of our benefits include:
- Paid time off
- Paid tuition
- Health Insurance
- Flexible Scheduling
- Retirement Savings
- Supplemental Benefits Programs
- WolfPerks!
_________________________________________________________________________________________________
Primary Purpose Of Position
Bullington Gardens is a non-profit 501©(3) organization that serves Henderson County and surrounding communities as a botanical garden and a center for horticultural education. It provides programs to students in the Henderson County Public School system and the general public. https://www.bullingtongardens.org/
__________________________________________________________________________________________________
Primary Function of Organizational Unit
North Carolina Cooperative Extension gives our residents easy access to the resources and expertise of NC State University and NC A&T State University. Through educational programs, publications, and events, Cooperative Extension field faculty deliver unbiased, research-based information to North Carolina citizens.
Henderson County is in western North Carolina and is considered an emerging urban area, yet still has a large rural community. Nestled in the mountains, the county boasts a rich rural tradition combined with an urban flavor. For more information about Henderson County, visit the county website at https://www.hendersoncountync.gov
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Duties And Responsibilities
This position is a full-time (0.9375 FTE), 37.5-hour-per-week position. The position is 100% funded by a combination of revenue from Bullington Gardens, the state, and Henderson County.
- Manage fundraising and member and donor relations, as well as obtain grants to support Bullington Garden’s operations.
- Conduct public speaking and outreach to the community. Use social media to inform the public about Bullington Gardens.
- Coordinate Bullington Garden’s activities with partners: NC Cooperative Extension, Henderson County Public Schools.
- Manage and collaborate closely with the Education Coordinator in supporting programs.
- Collaborate with volunteers by providing support and hands-on participation in sales and other fundraising events, which are primarily staffed and run by volunteers.
- Conduct day-to-day fiscal management, prepare and manage budgets, and ensure reports to government agencies are filed promptly.
- Inform the Board of Directors regularly, and work with the Board to expand and strengthen its capabilities.
- Shape the vision of Bullington Gardens and oversee the property. Along with the board, execute the Strategic Plan and update the Property Master Plan.
- Manage staff and volunteers.
- Maintain and strengthen the organization’s culture. Bullington has a warm and welcoming culture that is critical to its mission. All staff and volunteers respect and care for each other as well as for our visitors, students, and clients.
- The Director of Bullington Gardens receives direct supervision from the County Extension Director and receives direction from the Board of Directors of Bullington Gardens.
- Travel within the county is required; district and state travel are required occasionally.
Number of Permanent Employees this Position Supervises 0 Percent of Time Spent 0
Requirements and Preferences
Identify if the Position is Mandatory / Essential / Key Not Applicable Work Schedule Monday - Friday 8:30am– 5pm business hours, with occasional flex hours to attend night and/or weekend events to support Bullington Gardens programs. Minimum Experience/Education
One of the following educational requirements: – A Bachelor’s degree with a cumulative grade point average of 2.5 overall or a 3.0 (based on a 4.0 scale) in an agricultural or related field. The minimum GPA requirement will be waived for NCCE Program Associates with a Bachelor’s degree. – A Bachelor’s degree and the completion of at least one-half of coursework in a Master’s degree curriculum with a cumulative grade point average 3.0 or higher with at least one of the degrees in an agricultural or related field, or – Completion of a Master’s degree with at least one of the degrees in an agricultural or related field.
Department Required Skills
- Ability to work with broad audiences, connect well with people, and be a team player.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Must possess good written and oral communication skills.
- Must be able to multitask and switch tasks quickly.
- Motivated and comfortable taking initiative with assigned tasks.
- Must have good organizational skills.
- Experience with raising funds, budgeting, customer service, and social media marketing
- Must be a team member dedicated to supporting a positive and creative work environment.
- Experience with web page management, desktop publishing, and newsletter design and preparation
- A horticultural background
- Previous Cooperative Extension experience and a background in horticulture
Required License or Certification
- A valid driver’s license and reliable transportation are required and must be maintained. In order to operate a state vehicle, a valid driver’s license is required and must be maintained.
Recruitment
Recruitment Details
Anticipated Hiring Range Minimum Bachelor's $40,000; Minimum Master's $45,000 Minimum Doctorate $50,000 Internal Transfer Only No
Recruitment Dates
Job Open Date 11/10/2025
Applicant Information
Quick Link https://jobs.ncsu.edu/postings/224579 EEO
NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks as well as county-required background checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * How did you learn of this opportunity?
- NCSU Website
- Job Alert (automated email from our system)
- NCSU Executive Search Services
- Monster.com
- CareerBuilder.com
- InsideHigherEd.com
- HigherEdJobs.com
- Other Online Job Board
- Carolina Job Finder / Employment Guide
- Job / Career Fair
- The Chronicle of Higher Education
- Professional Journal
- Print Advertisement (Newspaper / Periodical)
- Radio / Television Advertisement
- Professional Organization
- Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (HERC)
- Direct Contact from NCSU HR Representative / Recruiter
- NCSU Employee Referral
- Social Media (LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, Other)
- Other
- * If you learned about this vacancy from "other source" or "other website", please provide the source. (Open Ended Question)
- * All agent positions require a minimum education requirement of: A. A Bachelor's degree with a cumulative grade point average of 2.5 overall or 3.0 in major field of study (based on a 4.0 scale); B. A Bachelor's degree and the completion of at least one-half of coursework in a Master's degree curriculum with a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or higher; C. A completed Master's degree. Do you meet this minimum education requirement?
- Yes, I meet the requirement listed in section A above.
- Yes, I meet the requirement listed in section B above.
- Yes, I meet the requirement listed in section C above.
- No, however I am in my last semester of study.
- No, I do not meet this requirement.
Required Documents
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- Contact Information for References
Salary : $40,000 - $45,000
