Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens Position Available Education Coordinator Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens, is seeking a permanent, full-time Education Coordinator. CMBG, located in the scenic coastal town of Boothbay, Maine, is one of the country's most exciting new botanical gardens currently under construction. Through the creation of ornamental gardens and the preservation of natural landscapes CMBG seeks to collect, protect and showcase the botanical heritage of Maine. This unique mission is possible because the Gardens' 248-acres along the Atlantic shore offer both a dramatic, magnificent landscape and a remarkable diversity of plant and habitats. Along with existing new gardens and several miles of natural trails, CMBG is constructing a state-of-the-art Visitor & Education Center and 7-acres of ornamental gardens to open in late summer of 2006. Responsibilities: The Education Coordinator's responsibilities will include: planning and implementing year-round horticultural, botanical and environmental education classes, lectures, field trips and special event programs for adults, youth, family and school groups. This position will also help plan and coordinate docent training for volunteers to lead educational tours of the gardens and grounds; coordinate the production of interpretive materials for the gardens and grounds; and assist with other related educational tasks as needed. Qualifications: A B.S. in horticulture, botany, environmental education or related field is required along with at least 3 years of public program/education planning. Experience in working with volunteers, a wide range of ages and abilities is also preferred. Salary is commensurate with experience. Application: Position open until filled. Please send a resume, cover letter and 3 letters of reference to: Maureen Heffernan Executive Director Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens PO Box 234 Boothbay, Maine 04537 Tel. 207-633-4333 E-mail: [log in to unmask] John T. Manion, Director of Education Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens PO Box 234, Boothbay, ME 04537 Phone (207) 633-4333 Fax (207) 633-2366 <mailto:[log in to unmask]> [log in to unmask] <http://www.mainegardens.org/> http://www.mainegardens.org/ <http://www.mainegardens.org>