Job Title: Tohono O’odham Agriculture & Natural Resources Intern
Reports To: Farm Manager/ Extension Agent
FLSA Status: Part-time/ Temporary/ Hourly (Grant funded)
Salary: $15.00 per hour
SUMMARY:
The Tohono O’odham Agriculture & Natural Resources Intern will utilize their knowledge, hands-on experience, and talents in assisting with farming, gardening, and youth programs to enhance learning about agriculture and natural resources. The assistant will work closely with the Farm Manager / Extension Agent of the Land Grant Office of Sustainability The assistant will support the T-So:son (Our Core Values) including T-Wohocudadag – Our Beliefs, T-Apedag – Our Well-Being, T-Pi:k Elida – Our Deepest Respect and I-We:mta – Working Together.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
- Assist the Farm Manager/ Extension Agent with farming, gardening, and youth program activities;
- Ensure program participants’ safety and well-being;
- Acknowledge and greet the general public and staff politely and professionally;
- Have a basic understanding of equipment operator manuals and how to operate and maintain machinery;
- Have a basic understanding of plumbing, flood and drip irrigation systems;
- Follow instructions in written or oral form. Asks questions when the instructions are not fully understood;
- Attend workshops, seminars, meetings and other training sessions as required and approved by the supervisor;
- Participate in all of programming activities related to the job;
- Take accurate notes, make reports, and share information;
- Perform other job related duties as assigned.
Requirements
TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:
Minimum Qualifications:
- Must be at least 18 years of age and have a high school diploma or GED.
- Must have at least six months prior experience working in agriculture, livestock, youth development, range and natural resources, and / or farm machinery operation and maintenance, and plumbing.
Additional Consideration May Be Given To Individuals with the Following Qualifications:
- Ability to speak and understand O’odham and/or Spanish.
- Knowledge and understanding in the history and contemporary issues facing Native peoples.
LICENSING REQUIREMENTS
- Valid Arizona Driver’s license with no DUI's or major traffic offenses within the past year.
- Must successfully pass a background check and fingerprint card clearance.
KNOWLEDGE:
- Customer service principles;
- Interact and maintain good working relationships with individuals of various social and cultural backgrounds;
- Desire to work outside, work with plants and animals, and work with youth;
- Basic knowledge of computers such as email, word processing, etc.
SKILLS:
- Communicate efficiently and effectively both verbally and in writing;
- Carry out multiple tasks and meet deadlines;
- Follow instructions furnished in verbal or written format.
