AmeriCorps Assistant Volunteer Coordinator Summit Community Gardens & EATS

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Description

Compensation Type: Hourly wages
Job Type:
Temporary/Seasonal

Pay Range: $15
Organization's Mission: Summit Community Gardens and EATS is a non-profit organization with a mission to gather, learn, and grow in our gardens and schools.
Organization's Race, Equity, Diversity, & Inclusion Statement and Work: The Utah Conservation Corps (UCC) is an AmeriCorps program dedicated to developing the
conservation leaders of tomorrow. We’re a non-residential AmeriCorps program composed of
AmeriCorps members, staff, and partners dedicated to service to our community, the
environment, and regions requiring disaster response efforts.
Additionally, as an organization, we seek to provide a more welcoming environment for people
of all backgrounds and experience levels to ensure a healthy, vibrant, innovative, and sustainable
corps. The UCC is committed to an inclusive culture of community and service and to recognizing
and addressing our shortcomings. Our goal is to help our members become the conservation
leaders of tomorrow.
Position Summary: Summit Community Gardens / Eat Awesome Things, alongside the Utah Conservation Corps (UCC), is excited to accept applications for an Assistant Volunteer Coordinator. This position is an AmeriCorps
Individual Placement Position. This position is primarily responsible for developing and expanding the volunteer programs. The coordinator will also assist in the development and maintenance of the
demonstration gardens, will facilitate garden volunteer groups, and work to develop metrics related
to volunteer activity in the garden. This position is supervised by the Volunteer Coordinator and
will serve approximately 40 hours per week.
Primary Responsibilities: • Develop a data tracking plan and collect and report AmeriCorps impact data timely and
accurately.
• Work closely with Volunteer Coordinator and Garden Director to identify and implement
opportunities for volunteers.
• Recruit, develop, and retain volunteers from throughout the community.
• Monitor community gardeners volunteer hours to ensure they complete their service.
• Provide training and communication to volunteers.
• Organize volunteers into task specific groups and arrange for volunteer days throughout the
season.
• Identify and implement volunteer tracking and reporting tools.
• Help develop a volunteer recognition program, including planning an end-of-year celebration.
Desired Qualifications: • A positive and professional manner with diverse populations.
• Organized, motivated, and able to work independently and as part of a group.
• Interest in community engagement.
• Confidence in public outreach and speaking.
• Excellent communication skills, positive attitude, and ability to solve problems creatively.
• Desire to work outdoors in variable weather conditions.
• Basic knowledge of sustainable, organic gardening OR strong desire to learn.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite or comfortable using Google Applications (Gmail and
Google Docs).
• The position requires strong leadership skills, self-motivation, and a passion to represent the
benefits of growing and eating healthy, local, organic food
Benefits / Why Work With Us: TRAINING AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES (20% maximum time served can
be member development and training)
• Data collection and reporting training.
• Gain experience coordinating and managing volunteers.
• Create an engaging relationship with community members.
• Represent the importance of responsible food production and healthy eating.
• Learn how to use MailChimp and Sign Up Genius.
• Opportunity to spend time working outdoors in beautiful Park City!
• Through this position, you will have the opportunity to learn about organic farming practice,
outdoor education, sustainable food production, and non-profit volunteer management
through hands-on experience.
How to Apply: Email the following to team@summitcommunitygardens.org with “Assistant Volunteer
Coordinator” in the subject line:
1. Cover letter
2. Resume
3. List of 3 professional references (phone and email)
Preference will be given to complete applications received by March 31st, 2024.
Closing Date: March 31, 2024
Location: Park City

Information

Job Post Link: Visit additional job posting information.
Organization Website: Visit website
Contact: Kellie Hill
Email: kellie@eatsparkcity.org
Phone: 6143127331
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