[Lapg] Fw: Job Op: Garden Coordinator, Long Beach, deadline 8/19/11

[Joan Stevens]

Another great opportunity from Yvonne Savio.  Spread the word!

 
   
Garden   Coordinator
  
Department/Division: Youth Services 
Reports To: Program Manager 
Provides Direction To: N/A 
FLSA Exemption Status: Non-Exempt – Part Time 
Date Prepared: July 5, 2011 
 
GENERAL PURPOSE
Under the direction of the Program Manager, coordinates the implementation of 
school gardens and garden education programming in the schools.
 
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types 
of work that may be performed.  The omission of specific statements of duties 
does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a 
logical assignment.
1.       Under the direction of the Program Manager, will design, implement and 
monitor school garden activities including: garden planning, design and 
maintenance; planting; harvesting; ordering of materials; and provide student, 
docent and teacher education and training within designated timeframe 
established by Program Manager
2.       Advise schools on strategies for effectively implementing school garden 
education programs
3.       Coordinate with the school administrators and teachers on various 
garden and nutrition education related projects
4.       Strong ability to motivate the students to get involved in learning 
about garden education
5.       Ensure proper utilization, safety and care of equipment as well as 
proper storage for each school
6.       Conduct program evaluation to measure program effectiveness
7.       When feasible submit funding applications for school garden education 
grants
8.       Write articles for local or school newsletters when applicable
9.       Occasionally assist with other related activities of the obesity 
prevention program on an as needed basis
10.    Serves as a positive role model for students by consistently maintaining 
a positive and helpful attitude with students, teachers and co-workers 

11.    Responds to feedback or concerns in a tactful and professional manner and 
refers to Program Manager accordingly
12.    Maintains a safe environment for all students, paying careful attention 
to the needs of students by understanding and complying with all established 
emergency and safety guidelines and practices
13.    Abides by and reports any major safety issues to Program Manager or 
school personnel
14.    Abides by each school’s safety procedures
15.    Maintains a positive, cheerful disposition that generates an enthusiastic 
atmosphere (e.g. greets students, teachers and parents, smiles, maintains 
eye-contact, verbally reinforces student participation). 

16.    Supports BCHD’s vision and mission for individual health and wellbeing by 
demonstrating healthy behaviors that serve as a role model for participants and 
staff  

17.    Adheres to District and departmental policies and procedures
 
QUALIFICATIONS GUIDELINES
Any combination equivalent to experience, education, and training that would 
provide the required knowledge; skills and abilities would be qualifying.  A 
typical way to obtain the knowledge, skill and abilities would be:
 
Education/Training:
4-year degree in horticulture or related field is preferred.  
 
Experience:
Requires one year of experience in developing school and/or community gardens. 
Experience in leading children and adults through garden education lessons and 
activities. Experience in leading successful trainings.
 
Special Requirements:
First Aid, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and Automated External 
Defibrillator methods; appropriate safety precautions and procedures; simple 
record keeping procedures. Must have a valid Class C California driver’s license 
and the ability to maintain insurability under the City’s Vehicle Insurance 
Policy. Successfully pass background security check.
 
Knowledge:
Must have excellent customer service skills with a polished and professional 
demeanor and exhibit good judgment and people skills.  Experience in general 
office practices and procedures with good written communication skills. Advanced 
skills in a variety of basic office duties. Familiarity with the operation of 
standard office equipment and Internet research.  Effective organization of work 
and prioritization of activities to meet deadlines and ability to work 
accurately and independently. Professional communication with both internal and 
external customers.  Word processing at a speed of not less than 50 wpm.  
Proficient with the computer, Microsoft office programs such as Microsoft Word, 
Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
 
Skills/Abilities:
Ability to effectively communicate instructions, maintain a positive attitude 
and generate enthusiasm at all times.  Must demonstrate ability to relay 
instructions and tailor activities to match program and school needs.  Requires 
excellent communication and organizational skills.
 
PHYSICAL STANDARDS
Management reserves the right to add, modify, change or rescind the work 
assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that 
qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.
 
Physical Sensors:
While performing duties of this job, the employee is required to continuously 
engage in a series of physical activities needed to effectively implement 
gardens. This includes, but is not limited to a combination of sitting, bending, 
kneeling, stooping, grasping, reaching, lifting, walking and standing. Must be 
able to perform visual assessment of participants and their surrounding area 
100% of time.
 
Environmental Elements:
Employee works in an outdoor environment and normal office environment.
 
Deadline for application8-19-11
 
Application process/mode– Retrieve job application at bchd.org and submit 
completed with resume to Bernadette Johnson - Bernadette.Johnson at bchd.org 

 
Contact for further information/clarification- Visit bchd.org for more 
information or contact Beach Cities Health Districts Human Resource Department - 
Bernadette Johnson Bernadette.Johnson at bchd.org 
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