What are the responsibilities and job description for the Community Garden Associate position at East Bank Neighborhoods Partnership?
East Bank Neighborhoods Partnership (EBNP) is looking to hire one paid Como Community Garden Associate. This position will be approximately 12-15 hours of work per week.
The Como Community Garden Associate works with Garden Coordinators, volunteers, and community members and reports to the EBNP Executive Director. The Southeast Como neighborhood currently has 7 community gardens: one vegetable garden and six pollinator gardens.
The goal for this position is to expand and foster garden participation, support the management and caretaking of the gardens, and to host events that bring community members into Como’s gardens. More information about EBNP and its specific gardens can be found on our website: www.eastbankmpls.org/gardens.
Job Duties may include
Participate in regularly scheduled gardening days in our pollinator gardens (about 12-15 hours per month in May through October)
- Facilitate garden functions
- Support the new garden at Talmage & 21st Ave SE, and other potential new sites
- Welcome community into the gardens as visitors and/or volunteers
- Work with EBNP’s staff to develop outreach through email, social media, in-person, and place-based strategies
- Organize and acquire basic resources for the gardens as needed
- Assist in pre- and post-season garden planning
- Assist with grant applications to raise funds for projects and initiatives
- Help organize gardening activities and outreach for the Como Cookout and other SE Como events
- Promote gardening as a way to improve our environment, prevent stormwater runoff, and sustain pollinators
- Other duties as needed
Required Qualifications
- Demonstrated interest in native pollinator gardens and horticulture
- Available for in-person hands-on gardening late April through October
- Strong communication and organization skills
- Ability to work in Google Workplace and video conferencing
- Familiarity with social media platforms and organizational pages
- Flexibility and capability to work both remotely with proper guidance and onsite at the gardens, both independently and as part of a team
Preferred Qualifications
- Significant gardening experience
- Stormwater management and rain garden knowledge
- Experience with habitat restoration native plants, gardening for pollinators, and organic strategies for addressing invasive plants
- Event Planning or organizing experience
- Currently enrolled in a higher education program in Minneapolis or St. Paul
- Education in horticulture
- Connection to Minneapolis neighborhoods, and/or live in East Bank neighborhoods area
- Familiarity with multiple languages
Compensation
This is part-time position and will be paid at $18 - $20 per hour
Benefits
The East Bank Neighborhoods Partnership offers paid vacation and sick leave, as well as a flexible work environment. Health insurance is not provided.
How to Apply
Applications should include cover letter and resume to EBNP Executive Director, Chris Lautenschlager, at chris@eastbankmpls.org. Applications will be reviewed starting Monday, March 9, 2026. This position is open until filled.
EEO/AA Statement
EBNP is an equal opportunity employer. EBNP will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on basis of race, disability, color, creed, ancestry, sex, national origin, affectional preference or sexual orientation, citizenship, age, veteran status, marital status, or status with regard to public assistance.
Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $20