Garden and Greenhouse Keeper

Seldovia Village Tribe IRA • Seldovia, AK

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Maintain, plan and prepare Seldovia Village Tribe facility gardens throughout approved season of work. 35 hours per week!

Requirements

• Knowledge of gardening methods especially plant identification and care, required
• Ability to implement guidance or directions from supervisor
• Ability to work as a member of a team when necessary
• Reliable
• Must be able to meet or exceed physical requirements of position
• Background check
• FBI fingerprinting
• Preemployment drug-testing

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of beekeeping preferred
• Some gardening experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Implement and participate in activities relating to Greenhouse project through Alaska Microgrants: SVT will purchase a greenhouse under the grant to extend growing season
• SVT will purchase bees and hives under the grant to expand food security for Seldovia
• Weeding regularly to maintain a weed-free garden space
• Watering on a consistent schedule while reviewing weather patterns for needed adjustments
• Plant bulbs, flowers, plants, etc. as approved by CEO or according to garden plans
• Maintain garden spaces during the summer season as possible within availability
• Communicate and work with other gardeners as necessary or SVT staff to address gaps in care, finding coverage for watering when possible
• Cleaning up flower beds and address borders no longer in good condition
• Monitor and ensure plant health
• Prune and trim plants or trees as necessary
• Address pest issues
• Other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed