Environmental Educator - $DOE

Organization Name: Seattle Tilth Association

No of Openings: 1
Work Schedule: This position offers a regular schedule of 28 hours per week. During the peak season (May– September) 40 hours per week are r
*Wage/Salary: Depends on qualifications
Benefits: Benefits include medical and vision insurance, paid time off and sick leave.
Employment Start Date: ASAP

*Job Description:
Seattle Tilth is hiring an educator to support the Garden Hotline. Hotline educators provide service by phone, email and walk in queries by residents Monday through Saturday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. Educators provide information on plant care and selection, insect, animal and plant pests, IPM alternatives to pesticide use, weed management, urban food growing, soil building, soil biology, composting of yard debris and food scraps, use of compost and mulch, grass-cycling, natural lawn care, outdoor water conservation and home storm water management to residents of the City of Seattle and King County at large. Educators also conduct community outreach in Seattle and throughout King County, which includes tabling at events, delivering educational workshops and presentations, giving garden tours, and other activities.

This position offers a regular schedule of 28 hours per week. During the peak season (May– September) 40 hours per week are required to perform community outreach. This is an hourly position; compensation depends on experience. Benefits include medical and vision insurance, paid time off and sick leave.

Seattle Tilth inspires and educates people to grow food organically, conserve natural resources and support local food systems in order to cultivate a healthy urban environment and community.

*Qualifications Required:
Applicants should have combined education and experience in customer service, horticulture, resource conservation and educational program delivery. Knowledge of Pacific Northwest gardening techniques, plants, pests and their management using sustainable practices and knowledge of backyard composting and soil building techniques is required. Seattle Tilth is an equal opportunity employer. People of color are encouraged to apply.

*Application Instructions:
To apply, please submit a resume and letter of interest outlining
1) your experience with the identified educational content areas
2) your experience providing customer service and
3) why you are interested in this position.

Applications will be reviewed as received.

Email all materials to:
carrievogelzang@seattletilth.org

or mail to:
4649 Sunnyside Ave N, suite 100
Seattle, WA 98103
Attn: Hotline Educator Search Committee

Contact Information
First Name: Carrie Vogelzang
4649 Sunnyside Ave N, Rm 100
Seattle WA 98103

Phone: 206-633-0451
Fax: 633-0450
Email: carrievogelzang@seattletilth.org