Greenhouse Coordinator bei CENTER FOR HUMAN SERVICES INC

Description

Greenhouse Coordinator

Part-time

Sedalia, MO

Pettis County

The Center for Human Services (CHS) has provided exceptional opportunities for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities since 1955. Currently, CHS provides programs and services to assist individuals with disabilities, low-income, at-risk children, and their families to meet their goals and experience their best lives while living, working, playing, and becoming a part of their communities. As an organization, we are leaders in excellence, we have a steadfast commitment to solutions, we respect all differences, abilities, and similarities in our employees and clients, and we advocate autonomy!

POSITION SUMMARY

On a daily basis directs and coordinates all activities pertaining to the Bloom Beyond Gardens Greenhouse and/or landscaping opportunities in the community by performing the following duties:

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• The cultivation of plants in a controlled environment is the domain of a greenhouse coordinator, who may grow vegetables and herbs, ornamental plants, or rare flowers from seeds or cuttings to be used for wholesale or commercial use.
• Supervise plant-breeding and cross-hybridization, plant nutrition and protection, pest and disease control, harvesting, and the maintenance of systems controlling the greenhouse environment, such as HVAC and irrigation.
• Oversee volunteers and train staff, control inventory of seeds, produce and plants, create progress reports, and ensure compliance with environmental and safety regulations.
• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to coordinate various projects or activities.
• Ensure all assigned equipment are maintained and operational.
• Manage and direct production and logistic activities of the greenhouse operation.
• Oversee execution of daily activities to ensure productivity and quality standards meet expectations.
• Purchase materials and supplies as needed.
• Operate material-moving equipment for transfer of products in a safe and timely manner.
• Assist in the loading and unloading of trucks.
• Perform ongoing inventory of raw materials and/or finished goods.
• Oversee the operation of the POS system and train employees to operate independently.
• Communicate as need with the manager related to overall program problems, personnel concerns, or issues.
• Accept other assignments, as needed, to maintain continuity of program or meet customers’ needs.
• Production grower experience within the last 5 years

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required to complete the essential duties and responsibilities of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions and meet physical requirements.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Budgeting skills
• Computer skills
• Customer Service skills
• Inventory management skills
• Knowledge of safety and environmental regulations
• Language skills
• Mathematical skills
• Record keeping
• Safety responsibilities
• Supervisory

COMPETENCIES

• Accurate listening
• Attention to detail
• Practical thinking
• Proactive thinking
• Relating to others
• Respect for policies
• Results orientation
• Seeing potential problems
• Strong communication
• Supervisory skills

QUALIFICATIONS

REQUIRED EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE

• Associate's Degree in a related field from an accredited college plus three years of experience or an equivalent of education or experience to equal 5 years.
• This position requires expertise in horticulture, plant cultivation, pest and disease control, and greenhouse technology, with a combination of responsibilities such as team leadership, resource management, and operational oversight.
• Must be passionate and engaged in the development of the greenhouse and community partnerships to support it.
• Must provide proof of valid driver’s license and valid personal vehicle insurance.

PREFERRED EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE

• Time management and organizational skills
• Applicant is able to manage a flexible schedule working around events, growing periods, operating hours, etc.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to sit and use hands to operate a computer.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to adjust focus while using the computer.
• People working in the greenhouse must be able to work in varying seasonal temperatures and able to lift and stand for varying periods/amounts.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Some on-the-job training and/or work simulated situations may require the employee to lift up to 30 pounds.

SHIFTS: PTIII (30-34 hrs. per week) TBD

BENEFITS: CHS offers best-in-industry benefits. Click here to view our Benefits guide for more details

EEO STATEMENT

Center for Human Services/Chariton Valley Association provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This statement applies throughout the life cycle of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

If you are unable to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at 660-826-4400 or 660-665-1111 ask for HR.

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