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GREENHOUSE PROGRAM & OPERATIONS COORDINATOR

Permanent Full-Time | Yale First Nation

Wage: $29.00–$33.00 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience
Hours: 35 hours per week
Location: Yale First Nation Greenhouse & Communities
Start Date: To be determined

Yale First Nation is seeking a motivated, organized and community-minded individual to join our team as a Greenhouse Program & Operations Coordinator.

Our greenhouse and food sovereignty initiatives continue to grow and evolve. With investments in greenhouse infrastructure, plans for year-round growing, increased community programming and expanding food-security initiatives, Yale First Nation is looking for someone who can provide consistent coordination, planning, mentorship and hands-on operational support.

The successful candidate will join and work alongside our existing greenhouse team while helping strengthen the long-term sustainability of this important community program.

About the Position

The Greenhouse Program & Operations Coordinator will help oversee and coordinate the ongoing operations, programming and development of the Yale First Nation greenhouse.

This position combines hands-on greenhouse work with planning, organization, community programming, budget coordination and program administration.

The Coordinator will work collaboratively with greenhouse staff and other YFN departments, including Administration, Finance, Economic Development, Health, Social Development and Maintenance.

A key part of this position will also be mentorship, knowledge sharing and capacity building with the existing greenhouse team.

Key Responsibilities

The Greenhouse Program & Operations Coordinator will:

• Coordinate day-to-day greenhouse operations, activities and priorities.
• Develop seasonal and year-round greenhouse work plans.
• Coordinate planting, growing, harvesting and production schedules.
• Work alongside the greenhouse team and provide hands-on support when required.
• Help organize and prioritize greenhouse activities and responsibilities.
• Provide mentorship, knowledge sharing and skill development to greenhouse team members.
• Coordinate community greenhouse programs, workshops and events.
• Create opportunities for Elders, youth, families and other YFN members to participate in greenhouse and food sovereignty initiatives.
• Support gardening, harvesting, food preservation and educational activities.
• Help coordinate students, temporary workers and volunteers when required.
• Work with Administration and Finance to monitor greenhouse budgets and approved expenditures.
• Assist with planning and tracking expenditures associated with greenhouse funding.
• Ensure activities connected to approved grants are planned and completed within required timelines.
• Maintain organized program records, receipts, activity information and documentation.
• Assist with information required for grant and program reporting.
• Work with Economic Development to identify future greenhouse, agriculture and food sovereignty funding opportunities.
• Coordinate with Maintenance, suppliers and contractors regarding greenhouse infrastructure and operational needs.
• Support the implementation and ongoing operation of greenhouse lighting, heating, solar and other infrastructure.
• Help develop long-term plans for sustainable year-round greenhouse operations.
• Maintain a safe, clean and organized greenhouse and program environment.
• Build positive and respectful relationships with Yale First Nation members.
• Collaborate with other YFN departments on health, wellness, youth, Elder and community initiatives.
• Provide regular updates to Administration regarding activities, priorities, budgets, challenges and upcoming needs.
• Attend staff and managers' meetings as required.
• Perform other related duties consistent with the position.

Qualifications & Experience

We are looking for someone who demonstrates a combination of the following:

• Experience with greenhouse operations, horticulture, agriculture, gardening, food security or food sovereignty.
• Strong organizational, planning and time-management skills.
• Ability to prioritize responsibilities and manage multiple projects.
• Experience coordinating programs, workshops or community activities.
• Experience or comfort working with budgets, purchasing and financial tracking.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to mentor, encourage and support others in developing their skills and confidence.
• Ability to work independently while also being a collaborative team member.
• Basic computer skills and ability to maintain accurate records and documentation.
• Ability to work respectfully and effectively with Elders, youth, families and community members.
• Understanding of Indigenous communities and culturally respectful community engagement.
• Willingness to participate in both hands-on greenhouse work and administrative/program responsibilities.

Assets

The following would be considered assets:

• Education or training in horticulture, agriculture, food security/sovereignty, community development or a related field.
• Experience working within a First Nation organization or community.
• Knowledge of Indigenous food systems and food sovereignty.
• Experience with grant-funded programs and reporting requirements.
• Experience with greenhouse infrastructure or year-round growing systems.
• Experience with food preservation, harvesting and community food programming.
• Team-lead, mentorship or supervisory experience.
• Valid driver's licence.

Equivalent combinations of education, training, work experience, lived experience and community knowledge will be considered.

Compensation & Employment Details

Employment Status: Permanent Full-Time
Hours: 35 hours per week
Wage: $29.00–$33.00 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience
Location: Yale First Nation Greenhouse and YFN communities
Start Date: To be determined

How to Apply

Interested applicants are invited to submit a resume and cover letter outlining their relevant experience, skills and interest in the position.

Please email applications to:

Janita Petersjpeters@yalefirstnation.ca

Please include “Greenhouse Program & Operations Coordinator” in the email subject line.

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Join Us in Growing Our Food Sovereignty

This position is an opportunity to help strengthen Yale First Nation's long-term food sovereignty, support community wellness, share knowledge and help develop our greenhouse into a sustainable, year-round community resource.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $29.00-$30.00 per hour

Work Location: In person