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Garden Assistant (Community Services Assistant 3)
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GARDEN ASSISTANT
(COMMUNITY SERVICES ASSISTANT 3)
City of Surrey
This position assists in conducting research and developing and implementing the care and maintenance of the heirloom gardens and orchard at the Historic Stewart Farm. The Garden Assistant is responsible for keeping and maintaining records, the acquisition of tools, supplies, seeds and plants and creating, implementing and promoting the seasonal garden program. The position will recommend and implement public programs, identify instructors and assist with the presentation of interpretive activities. The incumbent will assist to orient, instruct, support and recognize garden volunteers and will support facility operations to monitor public access and protect City assets.
This is a unique opportunity for an individual interested in outdoor work and gardens in a heritage setting. This position requires a person interested in working with a team of staff and volunteers to interpret Surrey’s agricultural history at this very special site.
Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills are required. We require a person, who is physically capable and able to demonstrate basic gardening skills with a working knowledge of heritage seeds. Research, maintenance of records and preparation of written materials is a feature of this position. Completion of Grade 12 accompanied by related post-secondary courses are required. Further you will need to possess a valid Class 5 BC driver’s licence with a safe driving record. General computer experience in Microsoft Office is an asset. A criminal record check is required and may be requested.
The position would be one 7 hour shift per week from April to mid-October.
If you enjoy working in a facility with a public service focus, and you can provide mature leadership in a positive and friendly manner, please apply online quoting competition #09-CAS-12:
www.surreycareers.ca
City of Opportunity. Progress Through Diversity.
The City of Surrey wishes to thank all applicants for their interest and advises that only
those to be interviewed will be contacted.
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