Youth Urban Agriculture Coordinator Microgreens & Growth

Luxium Solutions; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Making A Difference Foundation (MADF) is seeking a full-time Rising Roots Coordinator to lead the Rising Roots youth microgreens and urban agriculture program in Tacoma, WA. You will coordinate weekly sessions, track outcomes, and collaborate with partners across greenhouse, garden, and community sites.

Youth ages 16-25 will gain hands-on training in microgreens production, food systems, entrepreneurship, and life skills, under the Director of Programs.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in program coordination or youth development.
• Experience working with youth ages 16-25.
• Experience working with diverse communities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Google Workspace.
• Experience using Monday.com for project tracking or CRM.
• Experience with microgreens production or urban agriculture programs.
• Able to lift 30-40 lbs and perform standing, bending, and light labor indoors and outdoors.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation to travel between the classroom, greenhouse, garden, and community sites.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and facilitate weekly program sessions for youth participants.
• Support youth engagement, mentorship, and participation tracking throughout the program.
• Oversee planting, growing, and harvesting processes in microgreens and urban agriculture projects.
• Track program data and outcomes to ensure effective delivery and impact.
• Manage partnerships, outreach efforts, and program logistics with community stakeholders.
• Foster a supportive and inclusive environment for youth development and workforce training.

Skills

Program coordination

Youth development

Diversity outreach

Mentorship

Event coordination

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Google Workspace

Monday.com

Job description

Making A Difference Foundation (MADF) is seeking a full-time Rising Roots Coordinator to lead the Rising Roots youth microgreens and urban agriculture program in Tacoma, WA. You will coordinate weekly sessions, track outcomes, and collaborate with partners across greenhouse, garden, and community sites.

Youth ages 16-25 will gain hands-on training in microgreens production, food systems, entrepreneurship, and life skills, under the Director of Programs.