Program Coordinator, Almanac - School of Geography

Posting Number

req25644

Department

Sch Geography, Dev & Environ

Department Website Link

Location

Tucson Campus

Address

ENR2 Building Room S545, 1064 E Lowell St, Tucson, AZ 85719 USA

Position Highlights

The University of Arizona's School Garden Workshop invites you to apply to the role of Program Coordinator, Almanac. The UA School Garden Workshop (SGW) School Gardener’s Almanac Program Coordinator position works in support of coordinating the annual publication of SGW’s School Gardener’s Almanac, as well as a partnered eco-regional almanac. Learn more about the Almanac here . In this role, you will serve as the lead coordinator for the annually published almanacs while acting as the primary communication liaison between the SGW team and content contributors, designers, artists, editors, translators, and others involved in the process. You will also play an important role in nurturing authentic relationships within the existing SGW school garden network and surrounding communities.

The University of Arizona’s School Garden Workshop (SGW) uses school gardens as hands-on learning environments that connect academics to sustainability, local ecology, and food systems. Through this service-learning program, interns support garden development in underserved Tucson schools, working with educators and K–12 students. The Sonoran Desert School Gardener’s Almanac—an annually published, free resource—extends this impact by connecting classrooms and communities to regional knowledge through partnerships with local contributors. Together, these efforts foster curiosity, cooperation, and community engagement.

At the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences (SBS), we work to investigate ideas, transform social conditions, and tell unheard stories. We prepare students, engage in research, and collaborate with community partners to address everyday challenges, be thoughtful problem-solvers, and build solidarity with others across the world. We are rooted in the unique sense of place in our Borderlands region. With more than 30 SBS majors, the College of SBS has a portfolio of competitive and highly ranked graduate programs. Seven of our graduate programs are nationally ranked in the top 25, including top 5 programs in anthropology, geography, political philosophy, and creative nonfiction. With a wide range of subjects to choose from, our students can explore subjects ranging from ancient philosophy to artificial intelligence.

This position may be eligible for a hybrid work assignment in conversation with the supervisor.

Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; accessto UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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Duties & Responsibilities

Coordination of the annual SGW School Gardeners Almanac

• Develop and maintain timeline for Almanac publication to ensure outreach project objectives are met regarding providing community members with knowledge and resources in growing food and using plants medicinally
• Establish process for accepting and reviewing Almanac content
• Communicate with and guide Almanac contributors
• Cultivate relationships and build trust with Almanac contributors
• Maintain consistent communication with graphic designer, artist, editor, translator, videographer

Coordination of the annual SGW School Gardeners Almanac

• Coordinate stipends and independent contractor forms for contributors, graphic designer, artist, editor, translator, videographer
• Track budgeting and spending for grants associated with the SGW Almanac
• Coordinate events for almanac related engagement including but not limited to the almanac release party and contributor celebration

Coordination and point person for the annual partnered eco-regional Almanac

• Develop timeline for collaboration with outside school garden organization (SGO) and guide publication timeline
• Guide process for accepting and reviewing Almanac content
• Maintain consistent communication with outside SGO lead
• Coordinate stipends for outside SGO
• Track budgeting and spending for grants associated with the partnered eco-regional Almanac
• Coordinate logistics for 3 day workshop

Additional responsibilities as needed

• Website updates
• Deliver almanac related lessons within the existing SGW school garden network
• Support SGW team members in the delivery of SGW programming

This job posting reflects the general nature and level of work expected of the selected candidate(s). It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The institution reserves the right to amend or update this description as organizational priorities and institutional needs evolve.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or high school diploma equivalency is required.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• Some travel may be required for events and to visit school sites for trainings.
• Ability to drive according to the University Fleet Safety Policy .

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience building trust and sustaining engagement within established networks or community-based programs.
• Experience creating, curating, or editing content for publications, educational materials, or community-based resources.
• Experience delivering lessons, workshops, or trainings within a structured program or community setting.
• Experience tracking budgets and monitoring expenditures, particularly in grant-funded or program-based environments.
• Experience coordinating and executing events, including planning, logistics, and stakeholder communication.

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Full Time/Part Time

Part Time

Number of Hours Worked per Week

Job FTE

0.50

Work Calendar

Fiscal

Job Category

Outreach and Community Engagement

Benefits Eligible

Yes - Full Benefits

Rate of Pay

$18.15 - $22.69

Compensation Type

hourly rate

Grade

Compensation Guidance

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Career Stream and Level

OC3

Job Family

Cmty Outreach

Job Function

Outreach & Community Engage

Type of criminal background check required

Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)

Number of Vacancies

Target Hire Date

4/24/2026

Expected End Date

Contact Information for Candidates

Brittney Palomarez

Program Manager

***email_hidden***

Open Date

4/8/2026

Open Until Filled

Yes

Documents Needed to Apply

Resume and Cover Letter

Special Instructions to Applicant

Please upload your cover letter as a separate attachment.

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