Garden In A Box Event Lead
Garden In A Box Event Lead
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Job Title: Garden In A Box Event Lead Pay Rate: $20.00/hour
Employer: Resource Central; Boulder CO Start Date: April 23 June 14 2025
Reports To: Senior Program Coordinator Job Status: Seasonal PartTime
About Resource Central
Resource Central is an awardwinning nonprofit in Boulder Colorado determined to make conservation so simple that you dont even realize youre doing it. Established in 1976 our innovative programs have helped more thanpeople save water conserve energy and reduce waste. And were just getting started. Learn more at ResourceCentral.
Job Purpose
Water is one of Colorados most pressing concerns and Resource Centrals Garden In A Box program is leading the way in waterwise conservation. Each year in partnership with over 60 Colorado municipalities and water providers we distribute more than 13000 professionally designed lowwater garden kits tailored for Colorado yards. This position will play an essential role in the distribution of these Garden In A Box kits to customers across the state at around 30 distribution events in May and June. We are looking for a passionate individual with exceptional leadership and customer service skills to help establish vibrant waterwise landscapes as the new norm in Colorado!
This is an inperson role that involves driving the company vehicle from the Resource Central Boulder office to and from event locations throughout the state. Most events are located throughout the Front Range in four main service regions: Northern Colorado Boulder Denver Metro and South Denver and travel to locations on the Western Slope including in Durango Grand Junction Aspen and Steamboat Springs may be involved. Hours can vary and range from three to five days per week. The exact start and end date may be flexible. The hourly rate for this position is $20.00 in addition to mileage reimbursement paid training and sick leave.
Principal Responsibilities The essential duties of this position include but are not limited to the following:
- Lead Garden In A Box events: Promote water conservation by leading safe and timely events that create a positive experience for customers.
- Prep & transport materials: Prepare organize load and drive event supplies to and from the event location including preparing and labeling printed event materials. Assist in additional event prep tasks as needed
- Set the stage for event success: Coordinate all aspects of event set up and postevent cleanup at the event location.
- Show volunteers the rope: Train and lead all onsite volunteers.
- Create positive interactions & support: Provide exceptional service to customers volunteers vendors and water partners ensuring a great experience and addressing any onsite concerns or questions.
- Contribute to a strong sense of belonging where everyone can feel welcomed and included.
- Prioritize safety: Maintain safety as a top priority throughout event setup and .
Skills and Abilities:
- Leadership skills and mindset; ability to collaborate and communicate effectively in a team is required.
- Ability to confidently and effectively problemsolve independently.
- Ability to maintain composure during highvolume events effectively delegate tasks to staff and volunteers and multitask to ensure safe and efficient garden distribution events.
- Basic computer iPad and smartphone skills are preferred.
Qualifications
- Must be passionate about helping people conserve water.
- Availability on weeknights and Saturdays is required.
- Must be 21 years of age by April 23 2025. Driving the work vehicle to and from our Boulder office is required.
- Valid drivers license automobile insurance and access to a reliable automobile as it pertains to the required availability and smartphone are required.
- Required to pass a background check and driving record evaluation if offered a position.
- Ability to complete physical labor including being able to safely lift a maximum of 30 lbs walk continuously throughout the workday kneel lift and bend repeatedly is required.
- Willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions including heat rain and snow with a positive attitude.
- Experience working events is preferred.
To apply please complete and submit an application on our Resource Central Careers page.
Resource Central is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals based on jobrelated qualifications and ability to perform a job without regard to age sex sexual orientation race color religion national origin disability marital status military status gender expression genetic information or any other classification protected by applicable state or local law. It is our policy to maintain a nondiscriminatory environment free from intimidation harassment or bias based on these grounds.
Employment Type
Part-Time
