This job expired on April 02, 2015
Homegrown Garden Installation Coord. Phipps Conservatory and Bot. Gardens
- Date Posted February 01, 2015
- Location Pittsburgh, PA
- Category Nonprofit
- Job Type Full-Time
Job Description
About Us:
Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, a great steel and glass Victorian greenhouse, has been inviting visitors to explore the beauty and mysteries of plants since 1893. Set amidst one of Pittsburgh's largest greenspaces, Schenley Park, Phipps Conservatory stands as a cultural and architectural centerpiece of the city's Oakland neighborhood.
In recent decades, Phipps has evolved into one of the region's most vibrant, thriving cultural attractions, bringing fresh perspectives and artists into our historic glasshouse environment. Phipps has also become a strong advocate for advanced green-building practices, sustainable gardening and a new environmental awareness.
Homegrown is Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens’ edible garden outreach program, dedicated to increasing access to fresh produce, promoting better food choices, and improving the overall health of families and children. Homegrown fulfills these goals through vegetable gardening- by installing raised bed gardens at households and day care centers in underserved neighborhoods, and providing mentorship and resources. At this time, Homegrown is working in Pittsburgh’s Homewood neighborhood.
Position Description:
Phipps is seeking a full-time Homegrown Garden Installation Coordinator to ensure that all aspects of the raised bed installation program are implemented effectively. The Garden Installation Coordinator will work in Homewood frequently, doing both physical installation and garden visits. With supervisory responsibility over two Installation Specialist Interns, the Installation Coordinator will plan seasonal workdays, coordinate the seed starting program, maintain all tools and equipment and assist with other organizational duties as needed.
The qualified candidate must have a Bachelor’s degree in Horticulture or a related field and at least 3 years of experience with hands-on landscaping or vegetable gardening, proficiency with Microsoft office suite and the ability to interact with a variety of people around gardening and healthy eating issues. Knowledge of organic vegetable gardening practices is strongly preferred. Experience supervising outdoor work crews, a PA driver’s license and the ability to operate a pick-up truck are also required. This position is physically demanding and will require working outside in all weather conditions, including evening and weekend work.
Phipps offers a competitive compensation package and a beautiful, unique atmosphere. Compensation this position is : salaried How to apply
Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, a great steel and glass Victorian greenhouse, has been inviting visitors to explore the beauty and mysteries of plants since 1893. Set amidst one of Pittsburgh's largest greenspaces, Schenley Park, Phipps Conservatory stands as a cultural and architectural centerpiece of the city's Oakland neighborhood.
In recent decades, Phipps has evolved into one of the region's most vibrant, thriving cultural attractions, bringing fresh perspectives and artists into our historic glasshouse environment. Phipps has also become a strong advocate for advanced green-building practices, sustainable gardening and a new environmental awareness.
Homegrown is Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens’ edible garden outreach program, dedicated to increasing access to fresh produce, promoting better food choices, and improving the overall health of families and children. Homegrown fulfills these goals through vegetable gardening- by installing raised bed gardens at households and day care centers in underserved neighborhoods, and providing mentorship and resources. At this time, Homegrown is working in Pittsburgh’s Homewood neighborhood.
Position Description:
Phipps is seeking a full-time Homegrown Garden Installation Coordinator to ensure that all aspects of the raised bed installation program are implemented effectively. The Garden Installation Coordinator will work in Homewood frequently, doing both physical installation and garden visits. With supervisory responsibility over two Installation Specialist Interns, the Installation Coordinator will plan seasonal workdays, coordinate the seed starting program, maintain all tools and equipment and assist with other organizational duties as needed.
The qualified candidate must have a Bachelor’s degree in Horticulture or a related field and at least 3 years of experience with hands-on landscaping or vegetable gardening, proficiency with Microsoft office suite and the ability to interact with a variety of people around gardening and healthy eating issues. Knowledge of organic vegetable gardening practices is strongly preferred. Experience supervising outdoor work crews, a PA driver’s license and the ability to operate a pick-up truck are also required. This position is physically demanding and will require working outside in all weather conditions, including evening and weekend work.
Phipps offers a competitive compensation package and a beautiful, unique atmosphere. Compensation this position is : salaried How to apply
This job expired on April 02, 2015
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