What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part Time Park Service-DeFries Garden position at Elkhart County Government?
ELKHART COUNTY GOVERNMENTAL POSITION VACANCY NOTICE
PART-TIME PARK SERVICES-DeFries Garden
DEPARTMENT: Elkhart County Parks & Recreation
HIRING RATE: $17.50 per hour
BENEFITS: No Benefits Offered
POSITION TO BE FILLED: March 28, 2025
HOURS & DAYS OF WORK: 20-24 hours/week; as assigned including evenings and
weekends; Seasonal position (until end of November)
LOCATION OF POSITION: DeFries Gardens, New Paris, IN (south of Goshen, IN)
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: None
JOB SUMMARY:
The primary function of this position is to assist with the planting, thinning, watering, pruning, weeding, removal, and mulching of trees, shrubs, flowers in the landscaped areas of DeFries Garden which include the calendar garden, homestead gardens, and a vegetable garden. Other secondary projects may include the establishment of plants, talking with garden visitors, programming and tours related to plants and gardening, and working with landscape volunteers.
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
· High school diploma or equivalent, higher education and/or previous experience in landscaping, biology, and land management preferred
· Valid driver’s license
· Ability to lift 80 pounds, kneel, bend, push, and do physical labor related to gardening; plus, work in all types of weather
· Knowledge and skills of garden landscaping, especially with the use of native plants and removal of non-native plant species
· Ability to operate lawn equipment and hand/garden tools
· Good communication skills and ability to work independently
· Pre-employment background check and drug screen
For additional information or to apply, visit www.elkhartcounty.com and click
“Employment Opportunities”
Elkhart County Human Resources
117 N. Second Street, Goshen, IN 46526
Telephone: (574) 535-6725 FAX: (574) 535-6750
APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED UNTIL POSITION IS FILLED
Elkhart County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $17.50 per hour
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Morning shift
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18
