Food Forest Student Programs Lead

Florida Gulf Coast University; United States; On-site; USD 20,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Florida Gulf Coast University is seeking a dedicated Student Coordinator for the Food Forest. The role involves planning service-learning events, coordinating volunteers, and maintaining an engaging learning environment on-site at the Food Forest.

You will work with advisors and a garden manager, lead tours, and help build community partnerships while ensuring safety and organizational standards are met.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Current ADA certification or ability to obtain within six months of employment.
• Ability to work Saturdays mornings and Tuesday from noon-1pm for staff meetings.

Responsibilities

• Plans and organizes details for upcoming service-learning events including meeting with team to confirm event details and planning future events.
• Meets weekly with advisors and garden manager.
• Coordinates volunteer experiences benefiting the Food Forest.
• Manages volunteer projects and ensures tasks are being completed.
• Leads educational tours in the Food Forest.
• Maintains space inside and directly outside of Food Forest.
• Maintains a clean work area especially after large service-learning events.
• Stores, files, sends and verifies service-learning hours.

Skills

Public speaking

Event planning

Team collaboration

Safety awareness

Gardening knowledge

Adaptability

Emergency response

Education

High school diploma

Tools

SPARK app

Job description

Florida Gulf Coast University is seeking a dedicated Student Coordinator for the Food Forest. The role involves planning service-learning events, coordinating volunteers, and maintaining an engaging learning environment on-site at the Food Forest.

You will work with advisors and a garden manager, lead tours, and help build community partnerships while ensuring safety and organizational standards are met.