Graduate Service Assistant (Fall 2026Spring 2027)

Salary/Position Classification

• $1888.89 Masters $2388.89 Doctoral monthly
• 20 hours per week (Fall 2026/Spring 2027)
• 100% Remote Work Availability: No
• Hybrid Work Availability (requires some time on campus): No

Purpose of Position

The Garden Education Coordinator designs and leads hands-on educational programming rooted in the university learning garden space. This role bridges nature-based education and environmental stewardship to engage diverse community members from young children to adults in meaningful place-based learning. The coordinator champions the garden as a living classroom and works collaboratively with garden directors CEHD staff UND students school partners community partners and volunteers.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver age-appropriate garden education curricula for diverse community audiences
• Lead hands-on workshops classes and events
• Oversee day-to-day care of the educational garden including planting watering pest management and harvesting
• Plan seasonal planting schedules and maintain garden records
• Build relationships with schools libraries cultural organizations and community groups to expand program reach
• Recruit train and coordinate garden volunteers
• Engage families and community members through events workdays and outreach
• Represent the organization at community meetings fairs and partner events
• Track program participation and maintain accurate records for reporting purposes
• Support fundraising efforts including grant writing and donor communications as needed

Required Competencies

• Excellent communication skills - verbal and written
• Ability to develop and deliver age-appropriate garden education curricula for diverse community audiences
• Willing to work outside in variable weather at least 10 hours per week
• Ability to work hours M-F between 9 and 4

Minimum Requirements

• Full-time graduate student in College of Education and Human Development
• Previous experience working with undergraduate students in a direct teaching role
• Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check

In compliance with federal law all persons hired will be required to verify identityand eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.This position does not support visa sponsorship for continued employment.

To Apply

For a successful screening please explain in your application materials how you meet the requirements of the position.