Farm to School Lab Assistant (31) - COLUSA COUNTY OFFICE OF EDUCATION : Job Details

About the EmployerColusa County Office of Education is a public agency that operates a variety of programs for children, youth, and families, and supports county schools with academic, business, consulting, and vocational services. Colusa County Office of Education programs also provide educational services for students with special needs, adults, preschool children, and wards of the Juvenile Court system. Additionally, as the intermediate unit between the California State Department of Education and local school districts, the Colusa County Office of Education represents the districts on appropriate matters before State government. Located in the heart of the Sacramento Valley, Colusa County (which encompasses the school districts of Arbuckle, Colusa, Maxwell, and Williams) is a great place to work and live, and boasts some of the best opportunities to experience wildlife and recreation in the valley. Community members enjoy the contentment of living in a rural setting, knowing that the ocean, mountains, and major California cities are only a short drive away. Job SummaryColusa County Office of Education is recruiting for a Farm to School Laboratory Assistant performs a variety of work in the greenhouse, surrounding raised beds and the laboratory pathway. This includes overseeing fruit/nut/vegetable garden (orchard and raised beds); irrigation installation, planting, use and maintenance; greenhouse use and management; raised bed and orchard harvest. Requirements / QualificationsCURRENT ASSIGNMENT LOCATION: Education Services SALARY: $18.57 - $27.78 HOURS/DAYS: 3 hours per day, 175 days per year EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE: Any combination of education, training and experience which demonstrates ability to perform duties and responsibilities as described including specialized knowledge and work experience in landscaping and agricultural production techniques. LICENSES & REQUIREMENTS: The successful candidate will be required to provide DOJ and FBI fingerprint clearance, TB test clearance, COVID-19 vaccination (or program-required equivalent) and a valid California driver's license following acceptance of job offer. REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS A complete application packet will include:

• Letter of Introduction (Letter of Interest)
• Letter(s) of Recommendation (2 professional letters of recommendation (dated within the last 12 months, preferred))
• Resume

Comments and Other InformationAll employment applications and supplemental documents must be submitted through EdJoin. Incomplete application packets may not be considered. APPLICATION DEADLINE: Open until filled It is to your advantage to apply as soon as possible, as recruitment may close at any time. Colusa County Office of Education (CCOE) participates in E-Verify. To view the Notice of E-Verify Participation and the Right to Work posters, please visit the Employment Opportunities section of the CCOE website. Nondiscrimination in Employment, Programs and Services & Drug, Alcohol, and Tobacco-Free Workplace.