Garden Assistant

Job Announcement: Garden Assistant

Applications accepted on a rolling basis until position is filled

To apply, please send a resume and brief statement of why you’re applying to work@goodellgardens.org
No drop-ins, phone calls, or Facebook messages.

Goodell Gardens & Homestead is currently accepting applications for a Garden Assistant.

The Garden Assistant supports the Gardens & Grounds department in caring for the plants and grounds at Goodell Gardens & Homestead.

Goodell Gardens & Homestead is a public garden, accredited arboretum, and community gathering space located in beautiful Edinboro, Pennsylvania. This rapidly growing nonprofit organization creates beautiful gardens and natural spaces where people visit to Enjoy, Gather, Learn, and Refresh. The Garden Assistant role is essential to the growth of Goodell Gardens & Homestead, with room for growth as our organization grows.

Qualifications:Pleasant demeanor, good work ethic, trustworthiness, being a good team player, and ability to work independently required. Ability to follow verbal and written directions, to use a variety of hand and power tools and equipment, and to communicate well with co-workers, volunteers, students, and visitors required. Ability to dig, rake, pull weeds, push a wheelbarrow, bend, reach, walk, kneel and crouch are also required. This position will be required to work outdoors in all types of weather.

Full job description can be found at goodellgardens.org/jobs

Must possess or be eligible for clearances: Pennsylvania State Police Criminal History Report, Pennsylvania Department of Human Services Child Abuse History Clearance, and FBI Criminal History Report.

Job Title: Garden Assistant
Department: Gardens & Grounds
Status: Non-exempt, seasonal, hourly position
Season: up to 20 hours per week, March 15 – November 15
Typical Work Week: Monday through Fridays with the Gardens & Grounds Coordinator, some weekends as needed for special events
Hourly Wage: $11 – $12.50/hour depending on knowledge and experience
Probationary Period of 90 days from first day of work
Supervises: Garden Volunteers
Reports to: Gardens & Grounds Coordinator

Job Types: Part-time, Seasonal

Pay: $11.00 - $12.50 per hour

Expected hours: No more than 20 per week

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Morning shift
• Weekends as needed

Ability to Relocate:

• Edinboro, PA 16412: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person