Horticulture Program Coordinator - Sheriff's Office

Salt Lake County•Salt Lake City, UT

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Plans, organizes, and coordinates garden and greenhouse activities. Supervises and instructs prisoner workers in horticultural practices, chemical use, and other propagation techniques.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Horticulture or other closely related field; OR an equivalent combination of related education and experience in horticulture, agriculture, and/or landscape design.
A pesticide applicator license and ServSafe certification must be obtained within three (3) months of the hire date.
Due to the nature of this position, the successful applicant must pass a required background check through fingerprinting and enrollment in the continuous RAP Back (Record of Arrest and Prosecution Back) program in accordance with current County Human Resources policy requirements.
Knowledge of: Best horticulture practices and standards
Data collection and analysis
Basic computer programs (Microsoft Office)
Problem-solving and decision-making techniques
Safe food handling procedures
Ponds and habitat maintenance
Integrated pest management techniques
Good Agricultural Practices (GAP)
Skills and Abilities to: Educate prisoners and the public on gardening practices
Manage and track the production and sale of produce
Inventory tools, seeds, produce, and equipment
Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
Manage the operation of two heated greenhouses and produce gardens
Serve as a resource for landscape horticulture and pond projects
Work with a variety of stakeholders in various settings
Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
This position is required to work with prisoners at both the Salt Lake County Metro and Oxbow Jails, as well as frequently attend the Downtown Farmer’s Market.
May be required to work nights and weekends as needed.

Responsibilities

Supervises and instructs prisoner workers participating in the Horticulture Program.
Designs, develops, and administers the agriculture plans for the Jail Gardens.
Manages day-to-day operational activities in the Jail Gardens.
Manages the public produce sales and other related events
Tracks resource use and garden production information.
Generates statistical data and progress reports.
Works cooperatively with program stakeholders and participants.
Researches and develops educational opportunities for prisoner workers and the public.
Facilitates Jail Garden tours for stakeholders and the public.
Instructs Food Handlers Permit classes to prisoner workers.