Associate Garden Service Coordinator

$37,440 - $41,600/Yr

Enable Madison County - Huntsville, AL

Part-time - Entry Level

Huntsville, AL

About the position

The Associate Garden Service Coordinator plays a vital role in supporting the Enable Vegetable Garden by assisting in the management of garden activities, coordinating volunteers, and maintaining essential documentation. This part-time position requires effective communication with the Garden Services Coordinator and community volunteers to ensure the smooth operation of garden activities, aligning with Enable's mission and policies.

Responsibilities

• Assist Garden Services Coordinator in coordinating activities and volunteers for the Enable Vegetable Garden.
• Manage operations for the Enable Vegetable Garden.
• Record delivery information and notify Services Coordinator of updates.
• Perform data entry for harvest and gleaning information.
• Monitor documentation and log volunteer hours.
• Prepare and submit monthly reports to Garden Services Coordinators.
• Maintain all garden physical structures and equipment.
• Communicate with FarmBot maintenance.
• Coordinate the annual plant event with the Garden Services Coordinator and Executive Director.
• Report maintenance issues to the Garden Services Coordinator.
• Order and maintain garden supplies with the Garden Services Coordinator.
• Manage harvest and packing of all produce.
• Ensure harvested product reaches intended destination or is preserved if excess production occurs.
• Coordinate and train garden volunteers on safety and gardening practices.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Garden Services Coordinator and/or Executive Director.

Requirements

• GED/High School Diploma/Bachelor's Degree.
• Community garden experience is a plus.
• Ability to operate small garden/farm equipment/machinery.
• Knowledge of gardening/farming practices and procedures.
• Experience with garden infrastructure, irrigation, and equipment maintenance.
• Direct management experience with volunteers is a plus.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Organizational and time-management skills.
• Problem-solving abilities.
• Attention to detail, particularly regarding documentation.
• Ability to interact with diverse groups of people.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to Enable's mission.

Nice-to-haves

• Creative and open-minded.
• A desire to learn.
• Self-motivated.
• Strong work ethic.
• Team-oriented.
• Dependable.

Benefits

• Part-time schedule with flexible hours.
• Opportunity to work outdoors in a community-focused environment.