What are the responsibilities and job description for the Recreation Specialist - Urban Agriculture position at City of Richfield, MN?
Under general supervision of the Recreation Coordinator, the Recreation Specialist assists in the planning
of and provides responsible supervision of urban agriculture recreation programs, special events and
equipment.
This is a grant-funded position and is therefore temporary in nature. Position ends by May 14, 2028.ESSENTIAL DUTIES
representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions
of the job. While performing duties of this job, the employee must have the ability to:
EEO STATEMENT
The City of Richfield is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee, job applicant, or contractor on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, age, marital status, genetics, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, familial status, or membership on a local human rights commission.
This statement applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
of and provides responsible supervision of urban agriculture recreation programs, special events and
equipment.
This is a grant-funded position and is therefore temporary in nature. Position ends by May 14, 2028.ESSENTIAL DUTIES
- Actively engages with and provides supervision of participants to create a safe and interactive environment, including ensuring safety precautions, caring for and maintaining equipment, materials, and facilities, and performing light maintenance duties as assigned.
- Assists in the preparation and supervision of recreation programs and off-site field trips, including urban farming, gardening & cooking programs, special events, and farm field trips.
- Work as a team with staff in dynamic community center, outdoor and kitchen environments.
- Collaborates with other staff members for success of the programs.
- Ability to understand and respect the diversity of participants and co-workers, effectively communicating with individuals who speak languages beyond English.
- A combination of formal training, independent study or other practical knowledge about farming, homesteading, agriculture, urban agriculture, horticulture, and/or gardening.
- Knowledge of local farm and garden products.
- Ability to demonstrate local food uses in culinary applications.
- Ability to work and communicate with a wide variety of people and ages.
- Must be 18 years of age or older.
- Have access to reliable transportation and possess an active driver’s license.
- Registered Minnesota Cottage Foods Producer, or ability to pass test within first 3 months of hire
- Professional kitchen experience
- Fluency in Spanish, Somali, Hmong or Vietnamese.
representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions
of the job. While performing duties of this job, the employee must have the ability to:
- Regularly walk, stand, move around the buildings/outdoor environment, to actively engage with participants and access program materials/equipment.
EEO STATEMENT
The City of Richfield is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee, job applicant, or contractor on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, age, marital status, genetics, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, familial status, or membership on a local human rights commission.
This statement applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Salary : $19 - $21