Job ID360219 LocationAll Other -See Job Description Job FamilyMuseums Full/Part TimeFull-Time Regular/TemporaryRegular Job Code8411IE Employee ClassCivil Service About the Job Title: Growing Good Produce Team Coordinator Reports to: Farm Education Manager Location: University of Minnesota Urban Research and Outreach Center (UROC) Job Code: 8411IE Mus Pro 1 Overview Since 1985, The Minnesota Landscape Arboretum's Growing Good program has served as a vital youth development program for pre-kindergarten to high school students in the Twin Cities Metro. Join a team of educators developing inclusive, positive youth experiences with plants. The Growing Good team and community partners grow food in urban gardens and engage residents with hands-on learning activities. We are looking for an engaging team player to deliver teen programming in and around our produce gardens. The Produce Team Coordinator will work with community partners to coordinate youth internship opportunities to grow, harvest, and distribute high quality produce, and guide multiple teams to explore and participate in various community food system activities and special events. This unique opportunity promotes local food access and community health, while building teamwork, leadership, and first time job skills for young people. Job Description 60% Program delivery and instruction of teen workdays Lead teens through plant care activities and harvests with Garden Educator, partner organization staff, and volunteers Lead teens in leadership and team building activities Identify and support teen-developed learning experiences about the local food system, community engagement, and growing food plants. Coordinate and deliver on-site tours, field trips, cooking lessons, and intern trainings Lead transportation and materials for teen activities 15% Garden Support and planning Work with Garden Educator to prepare and put away garden materials Support annual crop planning and teen input about what to grow 15% Project Communications Attend team meetings and check-in meetings with Farm Education Manager Work with partner organizations to support and recruit teens, and track work activities Document lesson plans and results weekly and prepare annual plans and reports Communicate regularly with partner organizations and teens to refine programs. Track program expenditures and budgets 10% Management Team Work as part of the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum team to ensure all aspects of programming and production are running as efficiently as possible. Assist with staff onboarding and other events and activities as needed. Demonstrate and document best practices to support and represent the Arboretum within coalitions at the local, state, and national level. Physical Demands This is a garden setting. Staff must be able to work on foot all day in all weather conditions performing manual labor. There will be frequent lifting, standing, walking, bending, tool usage, machinery operation as well as speaking to the public, staff and program participants. Staff is required to lift, push, and pull items up to 30 lbs. Staff are expected to work in multiple locations. 6 month May-October appointment Temporary Employee, 100% Qualifications Required Qualifications BA / BS in related fields or a combination of education and experience equal to at least four years. Documented experience growing vegetable gardens and local food advocacy Drivers license with good driving record Proof of COVID-19 Vaccination Preferred Qualifications Experience working in partnership collaboration Experience with co-creating educational program experiences Working knowledge of with google suite including gmail, calendar, docs, sheets, photos, and slides. Volunteer recruitment, coordination, and training experience Familiarity with 21st Century Job Skills and other teen-focused employment programs Minimum two years of successful experience working with teenagers in formal and/or non-formal education setting About the D partment The Minnesota Landscape Arboretum is a community outreach unit of the University of Minnesota's College of Food, Agriculture and Natural Resource Sciences. The Arboretum is located west of Minneapolis/St Paul and its 1,200 acres traverse the municipalities of Chaska, Chanhassen and Victoria. As a member of the American Public Garden Association and an accredited museum through the American Alliance of Museums, the Arboretum is a tremendous public asset. Visitors engage with gardens, collections, natural areas, a farm, research demonstrations, youth and adult education, events and exhibits. Please visit us at . Benefits Working at the University At the University of Minnesota, you'll find a flexible work environment and supportive colleagues who are interested in lifelong learning. We prioritize work-life balance, allowing you to invest in the future of your career and in your life outside of work. The University also offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes: Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts University HSA contributions Disability and employer-paid life insurance Employee wellbeing program Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Financial counseling services Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area Please visit the for more information regarding benefits. How To Apply Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. 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