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Description
Land's Sake combines ecologically-sound land management practices with hands-on environmental education to model how public open space can be used and enjoyed by the community.
A 501c3 nonprofit corporation, we run a public farm, host educational programming for all ages, maintain the town forest for recreational and production uses, and care for both public conservation and private land.
Position Overview:
The Green Power Leader's primary goal is to deliver high quality summer programs. With support from the Education Director and the Program Coordinator the Green Power Leader is responsible for implementing the unique Green Power program. This position will include the additional responsibilities of: assisting with Education Garden preparation and maintenance, assisting with livestock care, general branch and organizational development and other non-education related tasks.
The Green Power Leader works collaboratively with other staff to effectively manage the inherent risks of working on a farm, maintain our unique farm aesthetic, teach and follow best management practices for sustainable food production. Collaboration and effective communication between the other branches of the organization are vital for this job; along with all staff, the Green Power Leader works diligently to carry out mission oriented goals and objectives.
Supervisor/Reports to: Programs Coordinator
Responsibilities:
Green Power:
- Coordinate program related logistics, specifically with adjunct educators, community partners/organizations and Land's Sake staff
- Implement mission-based curriculum
- Lead the Green Power Program with assistance from a High School aged Junior Apprentice
- Communicate with parents as needed
- Write weekly newsletter update
- Gather weekly feedback from participants and parents
- Maintain budgets and track weekly expenses
- Assist with planning and program development for successive seasons
Other Responsibilities:
- Assist with management of the Education Garden
- Assist with the management of a variety of livestock
- Assist with overall development of the Education Branch and Land's Sake programs
- Assist with other non-education related tasks as needed
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree or greater in environmental science, education or relevant field
- Teaching and/or youth leadership experience in a school or non-traditional setting with proven ability around youth safety, group management and discipline
- Experience in leadership role at a camp, after school program, or other youth program
- At least 1 full season's experience of farm work and experience in garden planning/management
- Experience with management of a variety of livestock
- The ability to multi-task and work independently
- Respectful, clear and patient interpersonal communication skill set that allows for collaborative work across departments
- Professional character that is consistent, capable, self-directed, well organized, flexible, personable, and is able to maintain composure in a changing environment
- Comfortable with public speaking and networking
- Access to a car and valid driver's license
- Must be able to pass CORI check
- First Aid and CPR training or current certification
- Basic computer and office skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc
Essential Functions:
- Must be able to maintain visual and auditory awareness of a group
- Must be able to negotiate various types of terrain on the farm and in the forest
- Must be able to communicate (both written and verbal) clearly and effectively with staff, participants, and other constituents
- Must be able to lift and carry up to fifty pounds
Employment dates: Ideally this position will start June 4th, 2012 and will work full-time through August 29th, 2012.
Compensation: Stipend of $400.00 a week
- Professional development opportunities including trainings in areas of job related interests
- Organic produce and flowers grown on the farm
- The opportunity to work, learn, inspire, and be inspired along side dedicated staff on a beautiful organic farm for a unique nonprofit in a unique community!
- Land's Sake offers benefits including medical insurance, generous vacation, access to professional development and local organic food.
Deadline: April 15th, 2012
To Apply:
Please email a resume and cover letter, detailing how your skills and experience meet the qualifications of the position and stating how you heard about this opportunity to Doug.
Land's Sake is seeking to hire a staff that represents the racial and ethnic diversity of its constituents. Diversity and inclusion is an ongoing organizational practice and a core value of Land's Sake with the goal of having culturally competent services, materials, resources and programs. Our hiring practices are informed by an appreciation of the strengths offered by differing cultures, races, religions, ethnicity's, classes, sexual orientation, physical capacities, and age groups.
Land's Sake is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to creating a multicultural organization. We actively seek a diverse pool of candidates for all positions.