Gardener

Position Overview

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

• 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

Education:

None required

Experience:

Some gardening experience preferred

Certifications/Licensure:
None Required

Other Requirements:
Must be able to meet or exceed physical requirements of position

• Background check
• FBI fingerprinting
• Preemployment drug-testing

Seldovia Village Tribe is a drug-free, alcohol-free, and tobacco-free work environment. Work environment may be noisy. Work primarily occurs outdoors in all weather conditions including, sun, rain, cold, and heat. Insects and animals are common. Work includes long periods bent over or crouched working in a garden setting.

• Stand
• Walk
• Sit
• Squat or Kneel
• Bend
• Speak
• Grasp
• Manually Manipulate
• Reach Outward/Above
• Ability to Lift/Carry: 75 lbs or less
• Ability to Push/Pull: 100 lbs or less