• Farming organically at Marra Farm and the Seattle Community Farm, leading volunteer work parties, and coordinating neighborhood volunteers 
• Teaching elementary school-aged children about nutrition and gardening at the farms 
• Assisting limited-income Seattle residents grow their own food by distributing seeds, plant starts and gardening and nutrition information at food banks 
• Serving with community volunteers and donors to increase funding and in-kind donations to promote the sustainability of Lettuce Link
• Writing blog posts, using other social media, and tabling at outreach events 
• Documenting work and tracking data 

Desired qualifications

• Interest in food justice 
• Knowledge of gardening, community outreach and/or teaching 
• The ability to interact well with people from various cultures, ethnicities and races and a commitment to challenge institutional racism 
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, and including speaking in front of groups 
• Able to effectively function as a member of a team 
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft computer programs and internet research skills 
• Detail oriented, strong organizational skills, and able to multi-task and work under pressure 
• Bachelor’s degree or a combination of education, volunteer, and work experience that demonstrates ability to perform position duties 
• Proficiency in Spanish, Vietnamese, Cantonese or other foreign language spoken by recent immigrants to Seattle highly desirable, but not required 
• Reliable transportation preferred 

Requirements

• Driver’s license 
• Physically able to work outdoors in all weather 
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds, reach, bend, push, pull, walk up to ½ mile, squat, and kneel 

Compensation

• Modest living allowance, health care, and childcare 
• Bus pass or mileage reimbursement 
• Education award upon successful completion of service 
• Fresh, seasonal vegetables 

Applications are accepted until June 3, 2013. Apply today to join Lettuce Link!