Riverdale Neighborhood House is seeking a Garden Coordinator to join the Community Engagement team. This position will be responsible for implementing dynamic programs based around the Food & Farm Hub, including but not limited to developing a hands-on food & environmental justice curriculum, managing the day-to-day operations of the Youth Market, coordinating a network of garden volunteers and assisting with the maintenance of the gardens and grounds.

This position requires comfort and experience in leading hands-on gardening lessons and providing customer service, as well as a technical background in gardening and landscaping. A “can do” attitude is essential as well as creativity and an ability to work in all environments. Candidates should also have a background in gardening/agriculture, an interest in food, and a commitment to advancing equity in all work. 

This position is a part-time (20 hours/week) role that will report to the Director of Community Engagement and will work alongside the Community Program Manager. 
 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

Garden Educator

• Lead weekly gardening lessons for after school groups (K-12th). Manage instructional programs including planting, weeding, plant anatomy, and compost
• Co-lead the Food & Farm summer high school internship program exploring the intersection of environmental stewardship, mutual aid, and food justice
• Support Community Program Manager in developing and facilitating community events based in the garden for adults and children

Garden Coordinator

• Assist with the daily maintenance of the teaching garden, including propagation, watering, and harvesting, as well as other green spaces on property
• Assist with the crop planning, purchasing, and administrative organization of the garden. 

Youth Market Manager

• Work alongside Community Program Manager to manage the daily operations of the Youth Market, including ordering, budgeting, marketing, and staffing
• Supervise youth staff at the market, including training them in customer service, market regulations and educating them in seasonal eating
• Work with partners to develop community initiatives and expand market outreach
• Set up and break down the site, carrying equipment and cases/bags of produce weighing up to 50lbs, folding tables and tents, and performing other physical labor

Volunteer Coordinator

• Coordinate schedule and shift assignments for regular garden volunteers
• Facilitate volunteer hours and service days for community groups, school trips, etc. 

REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Experience working with children in an educational setting and comfort working with all age groups, including young children and teens 
• Experience developing and delivering gardening and culinary curriculum 
• Working knowledge of gardening, food systems, sustainable practices and cooking
• Willingness to work outdoors in all weather (rain, heat, snow) 
• Confident, with strong interpersonal, communication and relationship building skills
• Ability to lift 50lbs  
• Self-starter, able to work independently, a motivational team player and creative thinker
• Sense of humor and ability to work in changing environment 
• Interest in food 
• Preferred proficiency in Google Workplace (particularly Docs & Sheets)  
• Bachelor's degree preferred  
• Proof of COVID-19 Vaccination required