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Keep Growing Detroit is looking for two Seasonal Farmers and one Seasonal Market Coordinator to join the KGD crew for the 2026 growing season (March–October). This is an exciting opportunity to work hands-on at the KGD Farm, support market operations, and contribute to Detroit’s amazing ecosystem of gardeners and farmers. Roles are part-time (about 26 hours/week), pay $19–$22/hour, and include paid holidays, PTO, a health care stipend, and discounts on Grown in Detroit produce and plants. We plan to interview in late February and bring folks on in early March. KGD values lived experience and encourages people from Detroit communities and those historically underrepresented in agriculture and food systems to apply.

SEASONAL FARMERS: Assist our Farm Team with a wide range of tasks at the KGD Farm, including transplant production, bed preparation, planting, weed and pest management, volunteer engagement, harvest, post-harvest handling, and produce sales. This is a hands-on, collaborative role that supports both production and public-facing activities at the KGD Farm. The ideal candidate loves physical, outdoor work; has some farming and/or market experience; is passionate about good food, healthy communities, and strong local economies; and enjoys working with volunteers. Selected candidates will receive hands-on training in sustainable small-scale farm planning, practices, and equipment.

SEASONAL MARKET COORDINATOR: Support weekly market operations and the Grown in Detroit (GID) program. This role plays a central part in Thursday evening and Saturday market activities, including market setup and Breakdown, customer service, and assisting GID growers with produce drop-offs and technical assistance. The Seasonal Market Coordinator will also support KGD Farm operations by assisting with weekly harvest days and field work such as planting, weeding, and irrigation. Additional responsibilities include supporting the KGD Honor Stand through weekly stocking and sales tracking, assisting with volunteer support at the KGD Farm, and completing recordkeeping and data entry. This position is expected to uphold KGD farm food safety guidelines and general farm safety practices, and to participate in relevant GID and KGD meetings, trainings, site visits, and events as needed.

Job descriptions and information on how to apply are at the links below.