Qualifications
- High School diploma or equivalent; Associate’s degree preferred.
- One (1) year of experience preferred in nutrition education, environmental education, community garden production, greenhouse experience or documentation of an agricultural certification.,
- Valid Florida driver’s license.
- ServSafe Certification or the ability to obtain within the first year of employment.
- Lean Six Sigma Certification preferred.
Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find acceptable.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
- Clear and concise oral and written communication skills; organizational and management skills; mathematical skills.
- Knowledge of pertinent regulations, policies, and procedures for the functional area of assignment.
- Knowledge of HIPAA, Public Records, Sunshine Law, FERPA, and other laws/regulations related to student and employee privacy, public information, and records retention.
- Knowledge of and experience with industry-standard equipment, materials, practices, computers, and applications.
- Ability to professionally and effectively respond to customer needs and requests for service or assistance.
- Ability or willingness to learn to operate a motor vehicle with a trailer.
- Ability to work independently and as a member of a team, multi-task, and remain focused on objectives.
Revised: 4/26/22
Responsibilities
- Assist the school gardens instructor with development and implementation of activities to produce food and maintain gardens. This includes germination, planting, harvesting IPM, monitoring nutrients, recordkeeping, and equipment maintenance.
- Ensure food safety procedures and Good Agricultural Practices (GAP) are followed when students and staff are harvesting produce.
- Prepare for student lab activities to ensure efficiency and productivity.
- Coordinate with the Environmental Education department in obtaining resources and materials to support gardens and outdoor education.
- Participate in training with Environmental Education and garden instructors as needed.
- Assist with the documentation of garden produce and communicate progress reports. Produce communications for Food and Nutrition Services and Healthily Living Collaboration presentations and social media.
- Work collaboratively with instructors, cafeteria staff, and school partners, as a comprehensive support team for student environmental and food quality education.
- Maintain a positive attitude toward all students and staff.
- Partner with food service employees regarding the proper preparation and presentation techniques required for all foods utilized.
- Transport materials and plants when necessary for sharing between locations.
- Assist in the distribution of garden education materials for schools.
- Maintain assigned inventory.
- Work with Environmental Education Curriculum, Professional Development, and Food and Nutrition Services staff to help refine curriculum used by instructional staff.
- Serve as a community resource in the area of nutrition education to parents, students, and civic organizations.
- Travel to and from schools throughout Lee County.
- Communicate with Food and Nutrition Services as needed regarding school presentations and training.
Revised: 4/26/22
Additional Job Information
S04, $18.46, 8 hours, 196 days
Compensation may increase based upon relevant education and experience.
