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WE’RE HIRING!

Wanna join the KGD Crew? We’re looking for 3 folks who wanna love on the farms and gardens in Detroit with us this season.

• SEASONAL FARMER: assist our Farm Team with a wide range of tasks at the KGD Farm including bed preparation, planting, weed and pest management, harvest, post-harvest handling, and produce sales. The ideal candidate for this position loves physical, outdoor work, has some farming and/or market experience and is passionate about good food, healthy communities and strong local economies. The selected candidate will receive hands-on training in sustainable small-scale farm planning, practices, and equipment. LEARN MORE

• SEASONAL EDUCATION AND ENGAGEMENT ASSISTANT: aid our team in communication, outreach, education, and community events. Key responsibilities include supporting communication strategies that amplify community voices and helping with educational and social gatherings that foster knowledge and connections. This role demands exceptional communication skills and a genuine passion for strengthening community connections and local food ecosystems. The Education and Engagement Assistant reports to the Engagement Manager. LEARN MORE

• SEASONAL GARDEN DEVELOPMENT ASSISTANT: support our Garden Development Team with tasks ranging from communications and event planning to garden consultations and builds. The ideal candidate for this position enjoys physical, outdoor work, has some experience with gardening or farming, and is passionate about good food, healthy communities, and building community connections. The Garden Development Assistant works closely with the KGD Garden Development Co-Managers and reports to the KGD Garden Resource Manager. The selected candidate will receive hands-on training in sustainable small-scale growing practices and related equipment. LEARN MORE

HOW TO APPLY

Please send an email with your resume and cover letter by SUNDAY, FEBRURARY 23 to info@keepgrowingdetroit.org or mail to 1445 Adelaide Street, Detroit, MI 48207. Use the job title as the subject line. Only potential interviewees will be contacted. QUESTIONS? Please email us at info@keepgrowingdetroit.org or call 313-656-4769.