Greenhouse Coordinator

Mid-Ohio Foodbank; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Mid-Ohio Food Collective seeks a Greenhouse Coordinator to oversee hydroponic systems and controlled environments, ensuring year-round yields and high food safety standards.

You will manage planting, harvesting, pest management, and nutrient practices while leading community workshops and coordinating volunteers to support the mission of improving access to fresh produce in Columbus and surrounding areas.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 2+ years in greenhouse or controlled environment agriculture.
• Solid understanding of hydroponic systems and nutrient management.
• Experience with IoT monitoring systems and environmental controls.
• Strong communication and workshop-leading abilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of hydroponic systems and controlled environments.
• Manage crop production: seeding, transplanting, pest management, harvest planning.
• Monitor pH, environmental controls and irrigation; apply data-driven decisions.
• Lead educational workshops for diverse community groups.
• Support volunteers and interns; collaborate with teams to improve efficiency.

Skills

Hydroponics

IPM

Data analysis

Workshop facilitation

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

IoT monitoring systems

Environmental controls

Job description

Join the Mid-Ohio Food Collective as a Greenhouse Coordinator and be part of transforming our community’s access to fresh, nutritious produce. This role offers the unique opportunity to innovate sustainable growing practices and work directly with our mission to alleviate food insecurity. You will be at the forefront of agricultural innovation, collaborating with passionate individuals who prioritize customer-centric solutions.

Your efforts will directly impact local communities, fostering healthier lifestyles and building trust within the populations we serve. If you are a problem solver who thrives in a dynamic, forward-thinking environment, this position will allow you to channel your passion for gardening and community engagement into meaningful work. Become an integral part of a movement dedicated to making food equity a reality in Columbus and beyond.

Your day as a Greenhouse Coordinator

As the Greenhouse Coordinator at Mid-Ohio Food Collective, you will play a vital role in overseeing daily operations of our hydroponic systems and controlled environment spaces. You will manage all aspects of crop production, including seeding, transplanting, pest management, and harvest planning, ensuring optimal growing conditions that maximize yields year-round. By utilizing advanced systems and technology, you will monitor pH levels, environmental controls, and irrigation, while also supporting innovative projects like vertical farming and specialty crop trials. Additionally, you will lead educational workshops for diverse community groups, imparting knowledge on hydroponics, food literacy, and crop planning. Your collaborative leadership will guide volunteers and interns, while you work with various teams to enhance overall efficiency and uphold the highest standards of food safety.

This position is not just about growing food; it’s about fostering a sustainable future and engaging the community in meaningful agricultural practices.

What you need to be successful

To excel as the Greenhouse Coordinator at Mid-Ohio Food Collective, candidates must possess a strong educational background with at least a High School Diploma or GED, along with a minimum of two years of experience in greenhouse or controlled environment agriculture. A solid understanding of hydroponic systems, nutrient management, and plant health is essential, along with a background in horticulture, plant science, or sustainable agriculture. Familiarity with nonprofit or community food systems is preferred, as is experience with IoT monitoring systems and environmental controls.

The ideal candidate should demonstrate strong organizational skills and the ability to analyze data effectively to inform decision-making. Comfort in teaching and leading workshops is crucial, alongside strong communication skills to provide clear instruction. A systems thinker who is a self-starter will thrive in this dynamic role, driving innovation and collaboration within our mission to enhance food accessibility for the community.

Knowledge and skills required for the position are:

• High School Diploma/GED required.
• 2+ years of experience in greenhouse or controlled environment agriculture. Experience working with hydroponic systems and nutrient management.
• Strong knowledge of plant health,IPM,and crop planning.
• Comfort teaching and leading workshops.
• Strong systems thinker.
• Ability to clearly and confidently communicate and provide instruction.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to effectively analyze data to drive decision making.
• Self starter who thrives in dynamic environments.

This job posting is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of accountabilities, duties, responsibilities of requirements. Any individual may be required to perform any other job-related activities or functions requested by his/her manager, subject to reasonable accommodation. Mid-Ohio Food Collective reserves the right to modify this job description to reflect changes in essential job duties made necessary by changing organizational needs.

Mid-Ohio Food Collective is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, veteran status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, or disability (in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act) with respect to employment opportunities.

Mid-Ohio Food Collective is a Drug-Free Workplace.

Mid-Ohio Food Collective's pre-employment Drug Screen includes testing for marijuana (THC). Although marijuana may be legal under certain state laws, it remains an illegal substance under federal regulation and therefore our policy as well. A positive test result for marijuana will be treated the same as a positive result for any other illegal, non-prescribed, or unauthorized controlled substance.