Assistant Manager, Environmental Education and School Garden

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent; Associates degree preferred.
• One (1) year of experience preferred in nutrition education environmental education community garden production greenhouse experience or documentation of an agricultural certification.
• Valid Florida drivers license.
• ServSafe Certification or the ability to obtain within the first year of employment.
• Lean Six Sigma Certification preferred.

Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find acceptable.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Clear and concise oral and written communication skills; organizational and management skills; mathematical skills.
• Knowledge of pertinent regulations policies and procedures for the functional area of assignment.
• Knowledge of HIPAA Public Records Sunshine Law FERPA and other laws/regulations related to student and employee privacy public information and records retention.
• Knowledge of and experience with industry-standard equipment materials practices computers and applications.
• Ability to professionally and effectively respond to customer needs and requests for service or assistance.
• Ability or willingness to learn to operate a motor vehicle with a trailer.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team multi-task and remain focused on objectives.

Revised: 4/26/22

Responsibilities

• Assist the school gardens instructor with development and implementation of activities to produce food and maintain gardens. This includes germination planting harvesting IPM monitoring nutrients recordkeeping and equipment maintenance.
• Ensure food safety procedures and Good Agricultural Practices (GAP) are followed when students and staff are harvesting produce.
• Prepare for student lab activities to ensure efficiency and productivity.
• Coordinate with the Environmental Education department in obtaining resources and materials to support gardens and outdoor education.
• Participate in training with Environmental Education and garden instructors as needed.
• Assist with the documentation of garden produce and communicate progress reports. Produce communications for Food and Nutrition Services and Healthily Living Collaboration presentations and social media.
• Work collaboratively with instructors cafeteria staff and school partners as a comprehensive support team for student environmental and food quality education.
• Maintain a positive attitude toward all students and staff.
• Partner with food service employees regarding the proper preparation and presentation techniques required for all foods utilized.
• Transport materials and plants when necessary for sharing between locations.
• Assist in the distribution of garden education materials for schools.
• Maintain assigned inventory.
• Work with Environmental Education Curriculum Professional Development and Food and Nutrition Services staff to help refine curriculum used by instructional staff.
• Serve as a community resource in the area of nutrition education to parents students and civic organizations.
• Travel to and from schools throughout Lee County.
• Communicate with Food and Nutrition Services as needed regarding school presentations and training.

Revised: 4/26/22

Additional Job Information

S04 $18.46 8 hours 196 days

Compensation may increase based upon relevant education and experience.

Required Experience:

Manager