Garden and Greenhouse Coordinator

About the role

The Garden & Greenhouse Coordinator is a part-time, seasonal position that is responsible for maintaining and cultivating the outdoor Intergenerational Garden, and operating and maintaining the campus greenhouse.

Responsibilities

• Manage operation and maintenance of Neighborhood House greenhouse, including climate control system, pest management, chemical storage and tool inventory
• Manage and maintain outdoor intergenerational garden - including but not limited to soil amendment, weeding, deadheading, integrated pest management, fountains, and irrigation system
• Collaborate with departmental managers in both our adult and children’s programs to provide ongoing gardening opportunities for adult clients and students, based on pre-approved monthly curriculum calendar
• Manage and maintain food garden, coordinating with programs to ensure usage of food grown in the programmatic kitchens
• Order and track supplies relating to programming and garden or greenhouse operation and maintenance
• Prepare the garden and greenhouse for all tours and events, including the annual gala in September
• Clean up the sidewalks and entranceways from this area of the facility and keep it debris free

Additional Responsibilities

Act as key contact for stakeholders and community partners interested in garden development, volunteering, and/or special projects.

Qualifications

• Experience or education relating to horticulture, greenhouse operations, gardening and irrigation systems
• Able to do moderate lifting up to 50lbs
• Able to bend, stoop, climb and work in inclement weather, as needed
• Valid driver’s license
• Able to work well independently and within a team structure
• Must be able to pass a background check

Compensation and Schedule

This is a seasonal, part-time position from March to October, with a compensation of $22-$26 per hour, depending on experience.