Urban Farms Assistant

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Min

USD $17.27/Yr.

Max

USD $17.27/Yr.

Position Overview

SCOPE OF ROLE:

The Urban Farms Assistant supports the program by assisting the Director, Manager, and Program Coordinators with operational tasks, including farming, gardening, landscaping, installation and maintenance, farm product development, and assisting with workshops and special events.

II. ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Support farming operations at the SUS “community farms” with tasks that include, but are not limited to planting, weeding, watering, pruning, composting, and harvesting;
  • Support landscape management at SUS facilities and other locations with tasks that include, but are not limited to lawn mowing, weed-whacking, raking, and sweeping;
  • Support horticultural carpentry and masonry with projects that include, but are not limited to constructing raised beds, building trellising structures, and installing water features;
  • Assist in developing, making, and packaging SUS Urban Farms products, including assisting with beekeeping and honey harvesting;
  • Assist and/or instruct during workshops, trainings, and other activities;
  • Assist with special events, including the annual Harvest Luncheon.

Qualifications

REQUIREMENTS

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

  • No required education or experience, though candidates must demonstrate an interest in learning and practicing horticulture.
  • Must be capable of lifting 40 lbs, and must have willingness and an ability to work outdoors in varied weather conditions, including temperature extremes, rain, and snow.
  • Must demonstrate effective oral communication skills, including the ability to follow instructions, ask questions when challenges arise, and work efficiently independently and in a team setting.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS

  • Preferred experience in horticulture in farming, gardening, landscaping, or similar work.
  • Comfort and/or experience with use of basic gardening and landscaping implements, including power equipment used in landscaping or garden carpentry is a plus.

ID

2023-14277

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