What are the responsibilities and job description for the Garden Assistant position at City of Southfield, MI?
Salary : $15,600.00 Annually
Location : Southfield, MI
Job Type : Non-career
Job Number : 20250002
Department : Parks & Recreation N / C
Opening Date : 02 / 10 / 2025
Closing Date : 11 / 1 / 2025 5 : 00 PM Eastern
Equal Opportunity Language : This announcement is only a summary of the position, its duties, job requirements and compensation. Further information is available from the Parks & Recreation Department. The City of Southfield does not discriminate in its employment or any other programs or activities on the basis, of sex, race, color, age, height, weight, marital status, national origin, religion, arrest record, physical or mental disability, family status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other protected category. We provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with a disability if requested. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER M / F / V / H, DRUG FREE WORKPLACE
ADA : Individuals with special needs who may require assistance with the application process should contact the Human Resources Department at (248) 796-4700 (voice) or hrsupport@cityofsouthfield.com if auxiliary aids or services are needed. Reasonable advance notice is required.
Description
Seasonal April-November; Up to 30 hours / week; includes some nights and weekends
Representative Job Duties
- Supervise facility during open garden hours, garden events and programs
- Communicate in a positive, professional attitude creating a welcoming environment
- Learn and enforce Garden Guidelines and Restricted Plant List
- Assist with event setup and break down of event supplies and equipment
- Assist gardeners with minor requests and troubleshoot any issues
- Operate golf cart, rototiller and other various garden tools / equipment
- Ensure restrooms are cleaned throughout the day and complete checklist
- Inspect water stations along with set up and break down of hoses
- Open and close access to equipment and areas according to operating hours and conditions
- Observe and report any hazardous conditions or needed repairs of facility or equipment
- Report garden plots that have become unmanageable or appear abandoned
- Support Facility Supervisor with other duties as needed
Job Requirements - As Determined By the City Of Southfield
Supplemental Information
Applicants will be invited to further participate in the selection process once a driving record and criminal history background check has been cleared.
This position is not eligible for benefits.
Salary : $15,600
