Company description

The mission of Wylde Center is to educate, cultivate greenspaces and build community in the areas we serve.

 

Wylde Center accomplishes this through educational programs, events and greenspaces that actively engage youth, families and individuals in their environment, health and community, and that develop skills in environmental science, sustainable urban living, organic gardening, health, and nutrition.

 

Wylde Center was founded in 1997 out of a need to provide opportunities to experience nature in an urban environment. As a result of the community’s involvement and commitment, the organization has evolved into a large and active nonprofit organization operating five greenspaces (Oakhurst Garden, Sugar Creek Garden, Hawk Hollow, Edgewood Community Learning Garden, and the Mulberry Fields Garden) in four different Decatur and Atlanta neighborhoods, open year round for the community, for events and for Wylde Center’s educational programs.

 

Additionally, Wylde Center provides one of the largest youth environmental and science education programs in metro-Atlanta, including the Decatur Farm to School program, Atlanta Farm to School, Healthy Living by Healthy Growing at the Decatur Housing Authority, and science program and field trips linked to Common Core standards.

Job description

JOB SUMMARY 

 

As a member of the Wylde Center Greenspace Team, the Site Coordinator manages and maintains the Edgewood Garden & Coan Garden. The Site Coordinator will oversee general upkeep and beautification of the spaces, engage in community outreach, participate in shared Greenspace Team projects, and lead volunteer workdays.

 

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

 

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.
• <meta charset="UTF-8" />Because our business is located in an area without access to reliable public transportation, we only recommend that applicants with access to a vehicle apply. This position also requires use of a personal vehicle to transport necessary items for work and will be reimbursed for mileage at the federal rate for any travel outside of their regular commute.
• Willingness to engage in a background check. This role interacts with vulnerable populations.

 

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

 

ADDITIONAL JOB INFORMATION

 

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

 

Additional requirements: All applicants must pass a background check.

 

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

Compensation

this position is: hourly, $15-20/hr

Application instructions

Deadline

no deadline