Community Garden Coordinator

Position Overview:

Community Gardens of Tucson (CGT) is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Site Coordinator for the Blue Moon Community Garden. This position focuses on providing direct support to a diverse group of gardeners, including individuals experiencing poverty, trauma, and mental illness. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in working with underserved populations, conflict de-escalation skills, and a passion for fostering community resilience through gardening.

Key Responsibilities:

Garden Operations:

• Oversee day to day operations and maintenance of the Blue Moon Community Garden.
• Ensure the garden is a safe, welcoming, and productive space for all participants.

Community Engagement:

• Build and maintain relationships with garden participants to foster a sense of community and ownership.
• Address conflicts among participants using de-escalation techniques and mediate disputes when necessary.
• Encourage active participation and collaboration in garden activities and decision-making.

Education and Support:

• Provide basic gardening support and connect participants with educational resources, workshops, and tools.
• Collaborate with CGT leadership and local experts to host gardening, nutrition, and sustainability workshops.

Resource Coordination:

• Coordinate the distribution of essential gardening resources, including plant starts and tools.
• Communicate with CGT staff to ensure resources and materials are available to meet the needs of gardeners.

Recordkeeping and Communication:

• Maintain accurate records of garden activities, attendance, and resource distribution.
• Regularly communicate updates, challenges, and success stories to CGT leadership.

Required Qualifications:

• Proven experience working with underserved populations, including individuals experiencing poverty, trauma, and mental illness.
• Strong conflict de-escalation and mediation skills.
• Knowledge of gardening practices or a willingness to learn.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage a diverse group of participants.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Background in social work, community development, or a related field.
• Experience facilitating workshops or community programs.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish is highly desirable.

Work Environment:

This role is primarily based outdoors at the Blue Moon Community Garden. Candidates should be comfortable working in a garden setting and engaging with community members in a variety of weather conditions.

About Community Gardens of Tucson:

Community Gardens of Tucson is dedicated to fostering community resilience and food security through collaborative gardening initiatives. By empowering individuals and families to grow their own food, CGT aims to create vibrant, sustainable, and inclusive spaces that support health, education, and community cohesion.

Job Type: Contract

Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 5 – 10 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Schedule:

• Choose your own hours
• Rotating weekends

Ability to Relocate:

• Tucson, AZ 85705: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18 - $20