Grower, North Lawndale GYF, Chicago Botanic Garden

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Responsibilities:

• With coordinators and manager, develop planting and maintenance plan for succession plantings on a ¼ acre (North Lawndale) raised bed, intensive planting site or 1.25 acre in ground planting site (North Chicago).
• Assist Coordinator in the management of seasonal interns, volunteers, and teen participant work assignments at the site, including planting, weeding, watering, and harvesting of produce.
• Manage related site tasks including tool and machinery use and maintenance, deliveries and general security during operating hours.
• Act as a resource for program information for project partners, community members, Garden staff, and the media as required.
• Work with Market Coordinator to assist in the distribution of food to local food pantries, retailers and markets.
• As necessary, coordinate with program partners to help ensure active participation by students.

Requirements:

• Familiarity with organic vegetable production and farmer’s market operations are essential.
• Degree in horticulture or related subject and experience in working with teenagers are highly desirable.
• Candidate must be dependable, responsible, able to work independently and adapt to flexible schedule.
• Work with a diverse student population. Must have a valid driver’s license, have access to reliable transportation and be able to lift 40 pounds.
• Work week is generally Monday-Friday, may work occasional weekend.

To Apply:
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