Organic Garden Assistant (part-time)

Posting Details Title Organic Garden Assistant (part-time) Posting Number C00424JP Department Dining Service - Thorne Hall Job Summary Located in Brunswick, Maine, Bowdoin College boasts a student population of almost 2000.Our Dining Services Department makes everything from scratch and are consistently rated in the top 10 for college dining! We have our own butcher shop, bakeshop, and organic garden that all supply food to our two dining halls and three retail locations.The Organic Garden Assistant supports the Organic Garden Supervisor throughout the garden season by assisting with greenhouse work, planting, harvesting, weeding, washing and delivering produce to kitchens, cleaning tools and equipment, and other essential tasks to maintain a thriving organic garden.Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:Leading and collaborating with garden student employees and the Bowdoin Organic Garden Club.Working closely with faculty, staff, students, and the Midcoast Hunger Prevention Program on garden-related activities.Following organic gardening principles and practices as directed by the Organic Garden Manager to maintain MOFGA certification compliance.Supervising student employees during the summer when the Garden Supervisor is unavailable and occasionally leading student volunteers during the academic year.Work locations include the Bowdoin gardens at 52 Harpswell Road and South Street.The hourly rate for this position is $20.25 per hour.Education/Skills Requirements High school diploma or GED required A valid Driver's license and the ability to meet the requirements of the College's current Motor Vehicle Use Policy preferred Ability to follow written and verbal directions Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team Strong problem-solving skills Effective communication skills Openness to feedback and willingness to improve work efficiency Ability to ask questions and carry out tasks accurately Flexibility, patience, and body awareness Willingness and ability to work in all weather conditions Experience Requirements and/or Equivalents At least six months of manual labor experience required No prior gardening experience required; however, preference will be given to applicants with gardening experience Experience leading a work crew and working with volunteers strongly preferred Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications in this posting to be considered for hire.Standard Work Days and Hours This is an onsite, part-time, non-benefit eligible position working less than 20 hours/ week The ideal start date is May 2026 Employment at Bowdoin College is contingent upon satisfactory completion of applicable background checks including but not limited to:criminal records, educational verifications, driving records (when job-related), and/or credit history (when job related).We regret that Bowdoin College is unable to provide visa sponsorship for staff positions.#bcindeed About Bowdoin Bowdoin embraces diversity in all forms, and the College is home to talented students, faculty and staff--with a variety of racial, ethnic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds; religious beliefs; and gender identities, among other factors.We encourage applications from candidates committed to the support of an inclusive campus community and those who will enrich and contribute to the College's multifaceted diversity.We value a community in which individuals of all backgrounds are warmly welcomed and encouraged to succeed.Founded in 1794, Bowdoin has maintained its commitment to the liberal arts for well over 200 years.Bowdoin's reputation as a preeminent liberal arts college rests on the excellence of its faculty, students, and staff; intimate size; strong sense of community; and connections to the people, history, and natural beauty of Maine.Bowdoin's campus is situated in a beautiful natural setting.Located in Brunswick, Maine, a town of approximately 20,000, the College is a short drive from the Maine coast, twenty-five miles from Portland and 120 miles from Boston.Shift Employment Category Casual Benefits Eligible No Pay Type Hourly Background Check Package Requirements Support Staff Is driving a vehicle (e.g.Bowdoin vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job? No Is a pre-placement physical required for this position? Yes Posting Date 03/06/2026 Applications Accepted Until Open Until Filled No Type of Posting Internal/External Special Instructions to Applicants Please note we will start reviewing applications Wednesday, March 11th and will be in touch with qualified applicants then.If selected as a finalist, you will be required to submit information for three references, including name, email address, phone number and how you know the reference.EEO Information Bowdoin College complies with applicable provisions of federal and state laws that prohibit unlawful discrimination in employment, admission, or access to its educational or