Garden Program Coordinator

Job Description

TITLE: Garden Program Coordinator

PROFILE SOURCE: Program Professional

REPORTS TO: Director of Operations

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

SALARY RANGE: $15-$22 per hour

PRIMARY FUNCTION

The Garden Program Coordinator is responsible for planning, implementing, and actively coordinating all garden-related activities within the Boys & Girls Club. Serving as a mentor and positive role model for Club members ages 5 to 18, the Coordinator will engage youth in gardening experiences while providing guidance and support to promote environmental stewardship, healthy lifestyles, and skill development in horticulture and agriculture.

KEY ROLES & ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Prepare Choir Members for Garden Success

·        Lead the implementation of garden activities aimed at promoting and enhancing the gardening skills, environmental awareness, and healthy habits of Club members aged 5-18.

·        Serve as a positive role model in the garden, demonstrating a high level of expertise, professionalism, and passion for horticulture and agriculture.

Health and Safety

·        Ensure a safe and conducive garden environment, actively supervising members in all gardening activities.

·        Manage garden areas and equipment, ensuring safety protocols are followed and maintaining a productive garden environment.

Grant Implementation

·        Ensure the successful delivery of any grant-funded garden programs, aligning with Boys & Girls Clubs of America priorities and directives from supervisors.

Garden Program Operations

·        Foster positive relationships with Club staff, volunteers, and members, creating a supportive and inclusive garden environment.

·        Plan and organize weekly garden activities, overseeing equipment and resources for effective garden management.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

·        Understand and complete necessary paperwork related to garden activities, such as planting schedules, maintenance logs, and attendance records.

·        Adhere to designated clock-in and clock-out procedures.

·        Take attendance for garden sessions as instructed.

·        Assume other garden-related duties as assigned.

RELATIONSHIPS

·        Internal: Maintain close communication with Club staff, members, and supervisors to exchange information, discuss garden-related issues, interpret guidelines/instructions, and provide guidance and support.

·        External: Represent Boys & Girls Club as a garden ambassador in the community, fostering connections with local gardening groups, organizations, and stakeholders.

SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:

·        College credit hours towards a degree in Horticulture, Agriculture, Environmental Science, or related field preferred, and/or equivalent garden experience.

·        Minimum of two years of gardening experience, including working with youth and supervising volunteers preferred.

·        Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and demonstrate above-average personal initiative.

·        Patience and a strong desire to impart gardening knowledge and skills to individuals from diverse backgrounds in an unbiased manner.

·        Exceptional interpersonal communication skills, both oral and written.

·        Demonstrated tact, insight, and leadership skills in the garden context.

·        Effective listening skills and the ability to calmly handle crisis situations.

·        Ability to motivate youth and manage behavior challenges in a garden setting.

·        Successful collaboration with culturally diverse staff and club members.

·        Respect for members and their environmental stewardship efforts.

·        Possess or be willing to obtain a Red Cross First Aid and CPR Certification.

·        Possess or be willing to obtain a Master Gardener Certification.

·        Possess or be willing to obtain a Class E Driver’s License.

DISCLAIMER:

The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain, nor to be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications, and objectives required of employees assigned to this job.

Salary : $15 - $22