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Job Description - Garden Assistant (Seasonal)

Reports To: Garden Lead 


Location: Hitacu, BC — Saasin Čačimḥiýap Community Garden 


Employment Type: Full-Time, Seasonal (Spring – Summer) 


 


POSITION PURPOSE 


Supports the ongoing development and operation of the Saasin Čačimḥiýap Community Garden (Hummingbird Healing Someone Garden). Engages community members in garden activities, carries out horticultural tasks, and assists with the maintenance and harvesting of the garden. 



ACCOUNTABILITY 


Daily Garden Duties 



  • Perform general garden construction tasks including building boxes, moving materials, and planting. 



  • Complete basic gardening tasks such as weeding, watering, harvesting, and pest management. 



  • Assist with seasonal setup, cleanup, and site upkeep. 



Team Collaboration & Community Engagement 



  • Engage community members and volunteers in garden activities. 



  • Communicate effectively with staff and volunteers. 



  • Promote a positive, welcoming, and respectful work environment. 



Safety & Equipment Care 



  • Use tools and equipment safely in line with YG health and safety policies. 



  • Report hazards, incidents, or equipment issues to the Garden Lead. 



  • Keep work areas tidy and organized. 



Cultural Respect & Other Duties 



  • Show care and respect for traditional and culturally significant plants. 



  • Support the Garden Lead with food preservation, distribution, and community events as needed. 



  • Perform other duties as assigned by the Garden Lead in accordance with YG policies, standards, and practices. 



EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE 



Required: 



  • Satisfactory criminal records check 



  • Ability to comfortably use power tools 


Preferred: 



  • Experience gardening and/or working outdoors 



  • Knowledge of or interest in community engagement 


CORE COMPETENCIES 



  • Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills 



  • Excellent client service skills — friendly, positive, responsive, professional and helpful 



  • Ability to take instruction and work within a collaborative team framework 



  • Able to work independently with minimal day-to-day supervision 



  • Ability to exercise a high degree of professionalism and confidentiality 


WORKING CONDITIONS 



  • Work is primarily performed in an outdoor setting and involves working in all weather conditions 



  • Physical ability to lift 50 lbs and perform repetitive lifting and turning 


CULTURAL REQUIREMENTS 



  • Genuine respect for Yuułuʔiłʔatḥ traditions, culture and protocols 



  • Supports community connection through the Saasin Čačimḥiýap Community Garden 

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