Sustainable Agriculture and Food Security

The Sustainable Agriculture and Food Security position at American Climate Corps in Greenville, SC involves leading sustainable agriculture initiatives, promoting local food systems, and engaging communities. Responsibilities include hands-on work at demonstration sites, supporting volunteer groups, and facilitating educational programs. The role requires physical labor and outdoor work. Benefits include housing, health and dental insurance, and a 401(k) plan. No specific degree is required.
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