Edgewood & Coan Gardens Site Coordinator

Job Duties

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure aesthetic appeal and development of the gardens by performing fine gardening tasks such as pruning, planting, transplanting, and weeding
• Work with the Greenspace Director to implement new design elements
• Manage seasonal vegetable production in demonstration beds; distribute vegetables to local food pantry and/or community members
• Oversee general upkeep of the Edgewood Garden including, but not limited to, weeding, leaf blowing, sweeping, pest management, and garbage disposal
• Manage the general maintenance of the community center located at Edgewood, reporting any facility issues to Greenspace Director; be available as primary contact for the onsite security system
• Monitor the safety conditions of both sites, ensuring that the gardens are always ready for the public
• Attend to pest control, such as mosquito treatment and fire ant control with types of treatments agreed upon with Greenspace Director
• Coordinate the care of the resident chickens and honeybees with the support of community members
• Liaise with community plot holders, providing support and education when needed
• Fulfill all duties related to being a member of Wylde Center staff which includes attending staff and Greenspace team meetings, leading workdays, and participating in Wylde Center hosted community and education events
• Engage in community outreach by attending monthly neighborhood meetings to give garden and organization updates. Work with Greenspace Director to engage with neighborhood sub-committees aiming to improve the block surrounding the garden
• Work with community members and Wylde Center’s events department to support community events
• Execute work at other Wylde Center greenspaces when necessary, including but not limited to participating in weekly team work days.
• Additional duties as assigned

Job Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Advanced knowledge of horticultural practices and seasonal planting, including propagation and natural pest management
• Advanced knowledge of gardening tools and equipment, ability to manage maintenance of this equipment
• Strong project management skills and ability to proactively achieve timelines
• Enjoys working with volunteers of all ages; enjoys working with community members
• Demonstrates honesty, integrity, and professionalism at all times
• Punctual and self-directed; able to work independently as well as participate in and lead team projects
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Knowledge of Google Drive and Google applications to support successful planning, record keeping and coordination with vendors, team members and partners.
• Valid Driver’s License and access to a reliable vehicle
• Ability to pass a background check

Preferred Qualifications

• Light construction and carpentry skills
• Basic animal husbandry skills
• Experience managing large scale garden enterprises
• Formal Horticulture education preferred but not required

ENVIRONMENTAL JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to work in a professional office setting for a portion of the work week
• Ability to work outside in extreme temperatures and weather conditions
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Benefits

Compensation: $18 per hour

Benefits: Healthcare Reimbursement Account (currently $85/month), 403(b) retirement account, paid time off (6 days per year), paid holidays (16 public holidays), and free/discounted seedlings. Wylde Center maintains a friendly, flexible, and casual work environment. 

Schedule: Part time, 25 hours per week. Flexible hours with regular weekend and occasional evening work

Work Location: Edgewood Garden & Coan Garden, both located at 1503 Hardee Street NE, Atlanta, Georgia, 30317