Sustainable Agriculture and Food Security

The American Climate Corps is hiring for a Sustainable Agriculture and Food Security position in Greenville, SC. The role involves leading sustainable agriculture initiatives, supporting local food systems, and engaging communities through hands-on work at demonstration sites and community gardens. Responsibilities include managing volunteer groups, facilitating educational programs, and evaluating plantings. Candidates should be physically capable and possess a passion for community engagement. Benefits include housing, health insurance, and a 401(k) plan.
About the position

The Sustainable Agriculture and Food Security position at Sustaining Way focuses on leading and executing sustainable agriculture initiatives, promoting local food systems, and empowering communities towards a sustainable future. The role involves hands-on work at demonstration sites and community gardens, engaging volunteers, and facilitating educational programs.

Responsibilities
• Lead and execute sustainable agriculture initiatives at SW's demonstration site and community gardens.
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• Support the backyard garden program.
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• Orient and host volunteer groups.
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• Engage in community outreach for off-site garden cultivation.
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• Facilitate educational programming.
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• Evaluate past plantings to optimize future plantings.
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• Collaborate with staff and volunteer coordinator to implement planting plans effectively.

Requirements
• Ability to engage in physical labor, including standing for extended periods.
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• Capability to lift and carry moderately heavy objects (~30lbs).
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• Comfortable working outdoors in various weather conditions.
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• Willingness to perform repetitive tasks associated with gardening and maintenance.
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• Stamina and endurance to sustain productivity throughout the workday.

Nice-to-haves
• Gardening and/or Agriculture experience.
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• Good communication skills.
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• Collaborative mindset.
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• Organizational abilities.
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• Passion for community engagement & equity.
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• Adaptability & commitment to mission.

Benefits
• Housing
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• Health and dental insurance
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• Long term and short term disability
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• 401(k) plan with employer match
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• Paid time off