The Montana Farmer’s Union is a grassroots, non-profit organization dedicated to preserving the agricultural way of life. One of the three pillars of MFU is Education. This member will focus on developing the youth education programs that MFU is able to provide. One of their main duties will be to assist in the creation of a garden to be utilized at summer camp. This position will be about 70% in the field and 30% in an office environment. Transportation or mileage reimbursement for program activities, Per diem, and hotel fees will be provided as funding permits.

Essential Functions and responsibilities:

• Create educational materials to distribute statewide
• Attend county events, county extension meetings and grower meetings
• Help establish a garden at the MFU summer camp facility
• Provide Ag focused lessons to youth throughout the summer
• Attendance to mandatory trainings (Orientation, Symposium, mid-service training and end of service training)
• Participation in evaluation and reporting (monthly reporting, bi-weekly timesheet submission and monthly check-in calls)

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:

• A bachelor’s degree or related experience
• Ability to drive and valid driver’s license
• public speaking and communication
• direct education experience is a plus
• Understanding or willingness to learn about agriculture in Montana