Job Title: Cream City Gardens Program Coordinator | Lead Gardener
Reports To: Director of Fund Development
FLSA Status: Part-time (Seasonal)
This position works under the supervision of the Director of Fund Development to lead all aspects of the Cream City Gardens (CCG). The primary activities include developing and implementing a strategic annual plan to ensure overall garden maintenance. This position will co-chair the CCG Committee and work closely with members of the development team to utilize the support of community volunteers. During the active growing season (mid-May through mid-September) 10-15 hours/week, on average, is anticipated. The schedule is worked out cooperatively in advance with the development team and in coordination with other agency partners. During the off season (mid-September through mid-May) the CCG Program Coordinator | Lead Gardener may be able to pick up additional, limited hours, in support of fundraising and development activities.
WHAT WE OFFER:
3 WEEKS OF VACATION & 11 PAID HOLIDAYS
PAID BIRTHDAY OFF
FREE DISABILITY INSURANCE
FREE LIFE INSURANCE
HEALTH, DENTAL & VISION BENEFITS
CONTINUING EDUCATION BONUS
401K
WE ARE ELIGIBLE EMPLOYER FOR FEDERAL STUDENT LOAN FORGIVENESS
AND MORE!
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Lead the development and implantation of the CCG strategic annual plan, including drafting and delivering a summary report at the close of the garden season;
- Ensure planting, watering, harvesting, composting, and overall garden maintenance occurs in accordance with best practice, adjusting for weather;
- Co-chair the Cream City Gardens Committee by scheduling and facilitating meetings as well as taking notes and providing follow up tasks;
- Schedule weekly walkthroughs with designated committee members, staff, and other key stakeholders, during the active growing season;
- Maintain and manage garden supplies and related storage areas; ensuring appropriate tools are available and in good working condition;
- Lead volunteers (individuals and groups) and/or prepare work plans to be completed independently or with another staff member supporting;
- Serve as the primary liaison to local and agency partners to help build a stronger community of engagement;
- Oversee the tracking and distribution of harvested produce (i.e., to Frieden’s, neighbors, restaurant partners, etc.);
- Support kitchen volunteers and shelter guests in determining the best use of fresh produce for use in onsite meals;
- Support program staff to engage shelter guests and community-based clients in gardening activities as identified;
- Prioritize open and timely communication with the development team.
Qualifications:
- Experience or education in gardening or agriculture
- Interest in working in human services environment
- Ability to communicate clearly and professionally, both verbally and in writing
- Ability to use computer programs including Word and Excel
- Flexibility in scheduling and ability to successfully manage schedule throughout the growing season
- Customer service is critical to perform all tasks successfully
Education:
- High school diploma or GED
This position description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the employee. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of duties or responsibilities required of the employee. The employee may be asked to perform other duties as required. The employee will regularly lift, push or pull up to 50 pounds. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
All Guest House of Milwaukee employees are required to report their COVID vaccination status, whether vaccinated or not, and must provide supporting documentation if vaccinated. Newly hired employees will be required to submit this information within their first two weeks of employment.
The Guest House of Milwaukee is an equal opportunity employer and service provider. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.