Seasonal Operations Crew Member

Industry: Not‐for‐Profit – Environmental

Department: Operations

Reports to: Zone Gardener, Bronx & Manhattan Gardens

Salary: $20.00/hr.

Start Date: May 20, 2024

End Date: November 21, 2024

Schedule: Full-Time Schedule/4-day work week: 7:00 am-5:00 pm, Monday to Thursday

Reporting Location: Sherman Creek Center, 3725 10th Avenue, New York, NY 10034

NYRP improves, maintains, and programs open spaces in communities lacking adequate resources. Working on public and private land citywide, NYRP’s flexible approach to land management serves as a model for non-profit municipal engagement. Together with partners in city agencies, non-profit organizations, and local communities, NYRP demonstrates the social and environmental value of building ownership over open spaces.

The Seasonal Operations Crew Member will assist the Zone Gardener in the general maintenance of the Community Gardens that NYRP owns and operates in the Bronx/Manhattan zone. The Seasonal Operations Crew Member will join an experienced operations team that works toward a more equitable and sustainable urban landscape, through garden maintenance, restoration, and public engagement. Ideal candidates will demonstrate a strong work ethic, an interest in sustainable management practices, comfort interacting with the public and enthusiasm for NYRP’s mission.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Garden, sidewalk and lawn maintenance;

• Plant installation and maintenance;

• Delivery of materials for community gardeners;

• Litter removal;

• Graffiti removal and painting;

• Light repair and maintenance of garden infrastructure;

• Safe operation of tools, vehicles, and equipment;

• Interact with staff and the public in a courteous manner;

• Lead groups of volunteers;

• Demonstrate efficiencies in time management and project completion;

• Assist in executing greening projects throughout the city.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Experience or interest in one of the following fields: horticulture, groundskeeping, landscaping or environmental restoration;

• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions;

• Ability to lift 50-lbs;

• Must be a team-player, willing to collaborate on any and all tasks required for maintaining the highest standards of landscape management and operations.