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Compost Coordinator
Location:
Brooklyn, NY
Description:
ABOUT RED HOOK INITIATIVE and RED HOOK FARMS Red Hook Farms, a project of Red Hook Initiative (RHI), is a youth-centered urban farming and food justice program in Red Hook, Brooklyn. We create opportunities for teens to expand their knowledge base, develop their leadership skills, and positively engage with each other, their community, and the environment. We operate two urban farm sites, and our programs include a teen farm apprenticeship, weekly farm stands, a CSA and Fresh Food Box, a Garden Club for NYCHA residents, afterschool and summer middle school clubs, and a school workshop program. Since 2001, we have strived to improve access to healthy, affordable produce, while nurturing a new generation of green leaders. RHI is a community-based nonprofit working to improve the lives of the more than 6,500 residents of Red Hook Houses, Brooklyn's largest public housing complex. RHI believes that the social change to overcome systemic inequities begins with empowered youth, and that change in communities should come from within. In partnership with community adults, we nurture young people in Red Hook to be inspired, resilient, and healthy, and to envision themselves as co-creators of their lives, community, and society. Youth development, community building, and community hiring are at the core of our approach to strengthen Red Hook's future. Our model gives young people and residents the tools, resources, and opportunities they need to interrupt the systems and barriers that perpetuate historic inequities for the community. Residents lead the way toward a more equitable, hopeful future. Over our 20-year history, RHI's model and dedicated team have been nationally recognized for its innovative, place-based approach to social change. RHI creates a culture of excellence with our ten core values as the foundation: community leadership, mutual respect, welcoming space, strengths-based perspective, trust, high expectations, encouragement, inspiration, holistic approach and adaptability. _______________________________________________________________________ JOB SUMMARY The Compost Coordinator oversees compost operations and programming at the Columbia farm site. Programming includes leading twice weekly compost-focused volunteer sessions as well as evening youth-focused work sessions at both farm sites. Working with adult volunteers as well as youth farmers in our apprenticeship program, the Compost Coordinator facilitates the effective processing of food scraps collected from the public as well as organic matter produced on site. Upwards of 4,000 pounds of material (both food scraps and farm-generated organic matter) may be processed per week. The Compost Coordinator will work to maintain an organized site while providing a welcoming and accessible work environment. Site maintenance may include: sweeping, mowing, weed-wacking, and organizing materials. Volunteers and apprentices of varying experience levels will support compost work; as such, the Compost Coordinator must devote time to the patient and engaging training of volunteers in the variety of compost approaches and techniques we use on site with the goal of expanding the overall knowledge of the farm visitors. Data logging will be required at the end of each work session and regular check-ins will be scheduled to facilitate communication, problem-solving, and overall collaboration. ESSENTIAL DUTIES + RESPONSIBILITIES FOR COORDINATOR POSITIONS Support compost production goals and ongoing site maintenance through daily tasks such as building and turning piles, sweeping, filling barrels, sifting compost, maintaining food scrap drop off, etc; Lead and/or participate in opening and closing circles during volunteer sessions; Welcome volunteers and effectively communicate tasks for the day; Work with small groups of youth farmers on compost-related tasks including turning piles, sifting material, or weeding areas of the farm and then processing those weedy plants as a team; Coordinate with Farm Crew to efficiently compost weeds and plant debris produced at both farm sites; Maintain a list of upcoming tasks for all groups to know the next steps for compost management; Check in with volunteers throughout the work session to ensure smooth and efficient work flow; promote healthy ergonomics and physical safety, and redirect tasks as needed; Serve as a positive role model and group leader for youth apprentices and adult volunteers; Support site visits from funders, community visitors, peer programs, and others; Data entry and record-keeping at the end of each work session; Organize and facilitate distributions of finished compost (6-8 per year) for the public; Participate in staff meetings, partner/coalition meetings, social media outreach, and program planning as necessary. COMPETENCIES (K nowledge, Skills & Personal Attributes) Excited to learn/deepen knowledge of urban composting best practices and techniques; Ready to work outside, in all types of weather; An overall fix-it / figure-it-out-together attitude; Open to direction, works well in a team; Commitment to social justice; Ability to work collaboratively with those from various racial, ethnic, religious, and socio-economic backgrounds; Outgoing, personable, able to effectively engage with community members; Able to lift up to 50 pounds. EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE* 3-5 years experience in compost maintenance; Expertise in non-mechanized compost processing with an emphasis on thermophilic windrows; Demonstrated experience working with both youth and adults as well as leading volunteers; Experience with basic horticultural maintenance such as mulching, weed-wacking, and mowing; Exposure to anti-oppression trainings and inquiry-based education; Familiarity with Red Hook community as well as NYC urban agriculture community. * Employment data show that women and people from underrepresented groups apply to jobs only if they think they meet 100% of the criteria. If you meet many but not all the criteria and feel you may be a good fit for the role, we encourage you to apply. WORKING CONDITIONS (ENVIRONMENT) & PHYSICAL DEMANDS The work environment for both of these positions is outdoors. The Farm Coordinator must be able to work in inclement weather. The work schedule is as follows: Tuesdays (11am-7pm), Thursdays (11am-7pm), Fridays (8am-4pm), and Saturdays (8am-4pm). No Saturdays December-February; hours may be redistributed to other days of the week. While performing the essential duties and responsibilities of the job the employee will be required to operate farm equipment such as mowers and weed wackers, as well as a computer and other office equipment. This job is based on-site at Red Hook Farms in Red Hook, Brooklyn. The ideal candidate will either be a resident of Red Hook or one of its neighboring communities or will be within reasonable commuting distance to Red Hook Farms. COMMITMENT TO DEI & EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY RHI actively engages individuals from all backgrounds and is committed to embracing diversity across all areas and aspects of the organization. We firmly believe that an atmosphere of civility and mutual respect towards individual differences and embracing an inclusive and equitable environment is indispensable to building a successful organization, contributing to a positive and meaningful employment experience for staff, and advancing the best possible outcomes for the clients served by RHI's programs. We are also committed to community hiring and supporting the job prospects of Red Hook residents. As an equal opportunity employer, RHI is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified individuals and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, disability, age, marital status, military status, veteran status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, or any other characteristic or basis prohibited by applicable law. RHI requires that all staff be fully vaccinated with an FDA authorized vaccine. RHI abides by New York State requirements and acknowledges those may change over time. If moved forward to the screening process, you will have a chance to ask the interviewer more about this requirement. COMPENSATION & BENEFITS RHI strives to offer a competitive compensation and benefits package that reflects our core values and commitment to our employees. The rate for this position is $28/hour . This is a part-time, temporary (28 hours/week), non-exempt position. Funding for this position is through June 30, 2025 ; potential for renewal will not be known until late spring, 2025. TO APPLY Please log on to the RHI career portal to apply for this position. Be prepared to upload 1) your cover letter, 2) resume and 3) names and contact information for two references as one single combined pdf document . Date Issued: 9/30/24 Job Posted by ApplicantPro
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