Garden Aide Jobs

Working Title

Garden Aide

Pay

$13.00 Hourly

Campus

Main - Albuquerque, NM

Department

Off Campus Work Study (454F)

Employment Type

Student Employment

Student Type

Work-Study

Status

Non-Exempt

Background Check Required

Yes

For Best Consideration Date

8/11/2023

Position Summary

Organization: Albuquerque Academy

Location: 6400 Wyoming Blvd NE Albuquerque NM 87109

An Off-Campus Work-Study Position

Program Overview:

The Desert Oasis Teaching Garden at Albuquerque Academy is an experiential garden demonstrating soil health, water conservation, and climate adaptability in the desert Southwest using regenerative agricultural practices. We provide experiential learning opportunities for students at Albuquerque Academy as well as produce for the dining halls and community donations.

POSITION SUMMARY:

• Assist with general maintenance of the garden, outlying landscaped spaces, tools and supplies
• Perform some office functions as necessary

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Set up and clean up for classroom teaching and other events
• Assist with maintenance of garden and landscaped spaces (includes weeding, planting, harvesting, use of power tools)
• Clean and maintain tools and supplies
• Performs other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS:

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

• Some indoor work in shared office space
• Exposure to sun, elements, and insects throughout all seasons
• Predominantly outdoors on a small regenerative agriculture farm

Application Instructions

Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application.

Please Submit a Cover Letter and Resume. MUST have a Work Study Award. Background Check Required.

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