Program Assistants (PAs)

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Become a Program Assistant

Program Assistants support Growing Together Community Gardens through hands-on garden work, community engagement, teamwork, and nonprofit learning opportunities throughout the growing season.

Garden Support

Assist with planting, watering, weeding, pruning, harvesting, and maintaining healthy garden spaces throughout the season.

Market Assistance

Support weekly markets by helping prepare produce, set up displays, and assist community visitors and members.

Seasonal Projects

Contribute to special projects, garden initiatives, children’s programs, and other tasks as needed throughout the season.

Team Coordination

Help organize garden members, support supervisors, and contribute to a positive and collaborative environment.

Community Outreach

Participate in events, educational activities, and outreach efforts that strengthen community connection and engagement.

Engage on Social Media

Use helpful skills like social media, flyer design, photography, Google tools, or video creation to support the organization.

Program Assistants (PAs) Summer 2027

Growing Together Community Gardens is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with ten garden locations throughout Fargo-Moorhead, a children’s garden program, weekly farmers markets, and community events focused on food access, education, and connection. We are seeking Program Assistants (PAs) for the summer growing season to help support gardens, members, events, and nonprofit operations.

This position offers hands-on experience working within a community-based gardening nonprofit while learning about food systems, teamwork, leadership, and community outreach. Training will be provided.

Position Responsibilities

Assist with planting, watering, weeding, pruning, harvesting, and general garden maintenance
Support garden supervisors, leaders, and community members
Help coordinate teams and daily garden activities
Assist with farmers markets, outreach events, and educational programs
Contribute to children’s garden activities and seasonal projects
Support additional nonprofit and garden-related tasks as assigned

Schedule & Availability

March-April: Greenhouse work at Concordia
May-September: Garden and market season
Shifts scheduled between 8 AM – 8 PM
Up to 16 hours per week
Flexible scheduling available based on availability

Pay & Employment Details

$17/hour
Contract 1099 position (no taxes withheld)
Applicants must have a Social Security number
Reliable transportation required to travel between garden sites and events

Helpful Skills

Applicants with additional skills are encouraged to apply, including:

Social media management
Flyer or graphic design
Photography or video creation
Microsoft Office or Google Workspace experience
Grant research or nonprofit support skills
Community outreach or event coordination

Connect with Us on Social Media

We post frequently with updates, upcoming events, and ways to get involved with the gardens.