GENERAL JOB DESCRIPTION: The garden team member assists the Supervisor in all garden activities and care. Assist staff, other volunteers as well as campers during program activities in the garden. Create a welcoming atmosphere for campers and the public, offering education when necessary.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Implement program activities while assisting staff, volunteers and farm campers in the gardens
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Ensure a safe environment, advocating for our plants, animals and insects
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Serve as a role model for campers by displaying exemplary behavior at all times
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Be welcoming to all volunteers, the public, campers, volunteers and other staff
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Ensure a safe environment for garden visitors
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Assist in garden 4-H activities or MSU gardener program (future opportunity)
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Work with campers, farm tours and all education programs to educate about gardening
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Supervise and perform tasks such as integrated pest management, organic gardening practices, planting, weeding, pruning, harvesting, basic plant care (fruit, vegetables, annual and perennial flowers)
GENERAL EMPLOYEE RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Report shift times online each day, showing the number of hours worked for each task performed
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Carefully watch the schedule to ensure that you know the hours you are to work - if you can’t be here for your shift for any reason, contact your Supervisor and then the Executive Director
QUALIFICATIONS FOR JOB:
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High school diploma
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College degree or work experience helpful
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General gardening experience & knowledge
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Enjoys being outside in varied conditions
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Can lift up to 50lbs.
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Good communication skills
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Outgoing, comfortable around people
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Self-motivated
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Comfortable interacting with the public
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COMMUNICATION:
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Instruct garden volunteers as directed by the Garden Supervisor
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Educate guests on gardening using a set curriculum and general garden knowledge
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Communicate with students/campers who are visiting to learn about gardening
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SCHEDULE:
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20 hours per week (part-time position)
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Flexible scheduling available, details will be provided during the interview
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MEETINGS:
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Attend all Staff Meetings and Maybury Farm Event meetings as requested
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EVENTS:
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Work Events as required
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This is a part-time, seasonal position. The number of hours each employee is scheduled for will change based on the season/events at the Farm. Note: Occasionally the Farm closes due to inclement weather. Missed hours due to weather are not paid.
ATTIRE: Jeans or khaki pants, capris or long shorts with a Maybury Farm team t-shirt; closed toed shoes are required, garden boots are highly recommended
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HOURLY RATE: $13.73 - $14.50 depending on experience
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Opportunities for growth and increased responsibilities available based on performance.
APPLY: Please email your resume and/or a downloaded a job application to farmteam@mayburyfarm.org. We will not reply to social media posts.
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