Garden Manager

Detroit, MI 48221, United States

Job Description


Description: Job ID PT9919 -5004-1578 Position Classification PT Temporary Position Summary The Titan Equity Nourish Network is an organization that engages Detroit Mercy students
in food justice and sustainability initiatives. The TENN Garden Manager will oversee all aspects of the TENN on-campus garden and TENN\xe2\x80\x99s partnerships with urban agricultural organizations in Detroit. MUST be able to work on-site April-August. Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Assist TENN Manager with developing a plan for watering, seeding, weeding, trellising, and other related activities
  • Develop a seeding and transplant schedule for the garden
  • Assist TENN Manager with developing a site plan for the garden
  • Assist the TENN Manager in planning volunteer days
  • Coordinate and lead specified volunteer days in the garden \xe2\x80\x93 schedule to be determined in conversation with TENN Manager
  • Assist with garden maintenance
1. Create handover memos and materials for the future garden manager on topics such as
  • Relevant contacts
  • Best practices for volunteers
  • Best practices for growing
  • Ideas for other urban agricultural partnerships
2. If possible (depending on the availability of Student Garden Manager-in-Training) providing hands-on training to the TENN student Garden Manager-in-Training Requirements: Preferred Qualifications
  • Interest in gardening, agriculture, and food systems (some gardening experience preferred)
  • Strong leadership and teambuilding skills
  • Good ability to stay organized and manage time well
  • Enjoys working with others
  • Enjoys working outside and don\xe2\x80\x99t mind getting their hands dirty
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Strong knowledge of gardening practices Physical Requirements Some light lifting and work with tools Work Environment Most work is outdoors Salary/Pay Information Commensurate with experience Anticipated Schedule 10 hrs/week (active work in the garden, on-site at McNichols campus)
Michigan\xe2\x80\x99s largest, most comprehensive private University, the University of Detroit Mercy is an independent Catholic institution of higher education sponsored by the Religious Sisters of Mercy and Society of Jesus. The university seeks qualified candidates who will contribute to the University\xe2\x80\x99s mission, diversity, and excellence of its academic community. The University of Detroit Mercy is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer with a diverse student body and welcomes persons of all backgrounds.

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  • Job Id
    JD4267104
  • Industry
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  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Detroit, MI 48221, United States
  • Education
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