Garden Assistant Volunteer

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TITLE: Garden Assistant (Volunteer)

REPORTS TO: Garden Manager

SUMMARY: This volunteer position is vital to keeping the Garden looking its best year-round. Volunteer hours & responsibilities can be discussed with Garden Manager as needs vary by the season. Garden Assistant will also use check-list for recording activities as completed. We would like volunteers to commit to a minimum of one day per month for 3-4 hours.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES MAY INCLUDE:

• Weeding
• Raking
• Pruning
• Mulching
• Planting
• Watering
• Thinning bamboo
• Care for penjing/bonsai plants
• Perform on-site horticulture research such as measuring, observation of growth, data reporting, etc.
• Facilitating the research of needed materials from nurseries
• Responding to visitors’ questions as needed
• Occasional use of power equipment, such as weed eater

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ability to work independently using basic guidelines from Garden Manager
• Basic understanding of garden care
• High level of integrity and responsibility
• Bring your own boots, gloves and favorite tools

TO APPLY: Please visit our website at www.seattlechinesegarden.org and click on the volunteering link to fill out the on-line form. Email info@seattlechinesegarden.org with any questions.

Location and office hours: The office is located at the north side of South Seattle Community College at 6000 16 th Avenue SW, 98106. The office is open from 1 pm to 5pm Tuesday through Friday.

The Seattle Chinese Garden Society is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the belief that each individual is entitled to equal employment opportunity.