Student Manager - Campus Garden

Villanova; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Villanova University invites applications for a Student Manager to support the Campus Garden’s planting, harvesting, and maintenance through all seasons. You will supervise volunteers and coordinate activities under the Office for Sustainability, with independent work expectations.

The role requires gardening experience, safe tool operation, and strong organizational and leadership skills. It is a year‑round position with growing season emphasis and future planning responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Prior experience growing food, including vegetables, fruits, or other edible crops.
• Knowledge of gardening practices and safe use of garden tools.
• Ability to supervise volunteers and work independently.

Responsibilities

• Planting, harvesting, and garden upkeep.
• Seasonal planning and site development.
• Oversee students, faculty, staff, and volunteers.
• Ensure safety when operating tools and machinery.

Skills

Gardening knowledge

Leadership

Communication

Volunteer supervision

Tools

Garden tools operation

Machinery safety

Job description

Student Manager - Campus Garden

Position Information

Posting Number: 20260424V

Position Title: Student Manager - Campus Garden

Posting Type: Student Hours/week: 10-15

Eligibility: Work study preferred but open to all students

Semester 2026-2027 Academic Year

Location Detailed Work Schedule

Number of positions: 2

Department: 009- Office of Sustainability

Contact Name: Allie McAllister

Contact Phone/Extension: 6105197988

Position Summary Information

Job Description Summary: The Campus Garden Manager supports the management, maintenance, and continued development of Villanova University’s campus garden. Responsibilities include planting, harvesting, garden upkeep, seasonal planning, safe use of tools and equipment, and overseeing students, faculty, staff, and volunteers. Garden Managers report to and work closely with the Assistant Director of the Office for Sustainability but are expected to work independently with minimal supervision.

Requirements: Prior experience growing food, including vegetables, fruits, or other edible crops, is required. Candidates must have knowledge of gardening practices, experience using garden tools and equipment, and the ability to operate tools and occasional machinery safely. Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills are essential, along with the ability to work independently and supervise volunteers.

Additional Information: This is a year-round position with responsibilities that vary seasonally. During the growing season, work will focus primarily on garden maintenance, planting, harvesting, and volunteer coordination. During the non-growing season, responsibilities will shift toward garden improvement projects, site development, maintenance, research, and planning for future growing seasons.

Preference will be given to students who are local to campus and available to work during the summer months, when garden maintenance needs are greatest.

Physical Demands Summary: This position requires regular outdoor physical activity, including standing, walking, bending, kneeling, digging, lifting, carrying materials, and operating garden tools and equipment. Work takes place outdoors in varying weather and seasonal conditions.

Wage Rate: $15.00/hour

Closing Date (11:59pm ET): Open Until Filled Yes