Community Gardens Coordinator at City of Hampton, VA

About the Department

Join our team as a Community Garden Coordinator at the picturesque Bluebird Gap Farm. Cultivate your passion for gardening while fostering community connections. Apply now and grow with us! 

The purpose of this position within the organization is to plan, coordinate, and administer the Community Garden Program for the City of Hampton. This position works under general supervision according to set procedures. Oversees a team of volunteers.

Minimum Requirements

• Requires high school diploma or successful completion of a GED.
• One (1) year of experience with coordinating volunteers and working in community gardens, or closely related experience.
• Must have knowledge of crop planting schedules, gardening maintenance, and knowledge of pesticide management.
• Requires the ability to instruct program participants of all ages, abilities and backgrounds.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and must have and maintain a satisfactory driver’s record based on the City of Hampton’s criteria.
• This position is safety sensitive and is subject to testing for alcohol and controlled substances in accordance with the City’s current substance abuse policy.
• Must successfully pass a background check related to this position prior to any offer of employment or promotion. 

• Requires shift work to include some nights, weekends and holidays.
• May require some local travel. 
• The incumbent may be considered “essential personnel” during city emergency situations, or at the direction of the City Manager or designee which may include long hours and unusual schedules.