Urban Agriculture Specialist

1 week ago


Columbus, Ohio, United States Early Learning Centers Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Urban Agriculture Specialist to join our team at Early Learning Centers. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing our greenhouse and aquaponic systems, ensuring the health and growth of our crops, and engaging with our community through educational programs and events.

Key Responsibilities
  • Greenhouse and Aquaponic Systems Management
    • Ensure proper fish health and growth by monitoring the food quantity and water quality in the aquaponic system.
    • Manage the planting, growing, and transplanting of crops in both systems weekly.
  • Community Engagement
    • Assist with planning and leading Urban Gardener Gathering events twice a month, engaging with community members and educating them on sustainable gardening practices.
    • Lead urban garden tours, offering educational and inspiring insights into urban agriculture.
  • Reporting and Checklist Completion
    • Complete and maintain a daily checklist of tasks, ensuring that all systems are running smoothly and efficiently.
    • Provide regular reports to supervisors on garden, greenhouse, and aquaponic/hydroponic system performance and growth.
  • Event Support
    • Assist with organizing and facilitating workshops, events, and community outreach related to urban agriculture and food sustainability.
Requirements
  • A passion for growing community and impacting others.
  • Self-directed and flexible work style.
  • Leadership abilities and strong communication skills.
  • Desire to continuously develop skills and seek out new opportunities to help grow the organization's impact.
  • Experience working with children grades PK-12 in a formal or informal setting.
  • Classroom behavior management skills.
  • Experience planning and organizing activities for children.
  • Knowledge of horticulture/agriculture through either formal or informal experiences.
  • Cooking skills in the home and/or professional setting.
  • Strong cultural competency skills and familiarity with trauma-informed care methods.
Working Conditions

The Urban Agriculture Specialist will work in a fast-paced environment with frequent interruptions and simultaneously supervise a variety of tasks. The position requires the ability to stand, walk, stoop, reach, and bend. The successful candidate must be able to lift, push, and/or pull objects that may weigh approximately 50 pounds. The position also requires the ability to work in outdoor weather conditions, including full sun and high temperatures.



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