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About the Role
The community composting assistant & instructor at Brooklyn Botanic Garden works directly with the community field manager to provide technical assistance to community-based groups throughout Brooklyn. They also develop, coordinate, and implement horticulture-related educational programs both on- and off-site. Brooklynites with a background in community organizing are especially encouraged to apply.
Responsibilities
- Design and facilitate compost- and soil-focused curricula, classes, and programs for adult learners.
- Participate in the ongoing development, implementation, and facilitation of the BUG program.
- Develop and facilitate compost programs for Discovery Garden and special events.
- Assist with nursery logistics for plant material maintenance and distribution.
- Develop and deliver educational events on best practices in urban composting.
- Uphold an inclusive, antiracist environment for diverse students, volunteers, and staff.
- Assist with planning and executing annual Making Brooklyn Bloom conference.
- Maintain and update Community Garden Alliance database.
- Assist with planning and execution of Alliance plant giveaway and networking events.
- Coordinate acquisition of compost for community giveaways and demonstrations.
- Assist with execution of annual Greenest Block in Brooklyn competition.
- Answer phone and email inquiries to program hotline and email addresses.
- Provide administrative support including data entry, scheduling, invoicing, budget tracking, supply orders, attendance tracking, program evaluation, and reporting.
- Attend meetings with partnering organizations and report back to team.
- Assist in writing and updating horticulture and compost tip sheets and articles.
- Conduct outreach and tabling at public events.
- Perform other related duties or special projects as needed.
Requirements
- Valid NYS driver’s license (driving required)
- BA or BS degree in education, horticulture, environmental science, or related field preferred or 2 years’ related career experience in composting, horticulture or education
- Demonstrated experience working with diverse communities and commitment to environmental and social justice
- Knowledge of some gardening practices and compost science required
- Master Composter certification preferred
- Experience with educating adult learners in formal or informal settings preferred
- Enthusiasm and curiosity for compost, plants, science, and the natural world
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Competency with Microsoft Office applications
- Willingness to work outdoors every day in various weather conditions
- Ability to perform physical tasks, such as lifting up to 30 pounds
- Knowledge of a second language a plus
- Excellent writing and teaching skills
- Keen interest and ease in working with the public
- Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends
- Ability to stand for long periods and lift tools, gardening materials, etc.
Skills
- Composting
- Horticulture
- Education
- Community organizing
- Curriculum development
- Facilitation
- Program development
- Nursery logistics
- Data entry
- Scheduling
- Invoicing
- Budget tracking
- Supply ordering
- Attendance tracking
- Program evaluation
- Reporting
- Writing
- Teaching
- Interpersonal skills
- Microsoft Office
Location
- Brooklyn
Work Type
- Part-time
- Seasonal
- Onsite
Experience Level
- 2 years’ related career experience in composting, horticulture or education preferred
Education Level
- BA or BS degree in education, horticulture, environmental science, or related field preferred
Salary/Compensations
- $26 per hour
Benefits
- NYC Protected Time-Off: up to 56 hours of paid leave and 32 hours of unpaid leave
- Short-term disability/New York Paid Family Leave
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible Employer
- Museum Pass
- Free Garden admission for employee plus one guest
- Employee discount at BBG’s retail shop and food venues
About the Company
- Brooklyn Botanic Garden is a 501(c)3 organization.
Equal Opportunity
- Brooklyn Botanic Garden is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.