Green Team

**EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES**:

- In partnership with_

**Vine Place Community Centre**

(Location: Corner Brook)

**Position Title: Community Stewards**

**Green Team Job Ad Number**:VPCC24**

**Project Title**:Community Centre Greenhouse Garden**
- **Conservation Corps Newfoundland and Labrador is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to providing youth with training and employment in environmental and cultural heritage conservation.**_
- **GOALS**_
- **To help young people gain leadership, teamwork and employment skills.**_
- **To work with communities and partners to enhance, restore and sustainably develop the natural and cultural resources of the province.**_
- **To develop and promote a strong conservation ethic in Newfoundland and Labrador.**_

**PROJECT DESCRIPTION**

This Green Team will lead the Vine Place Community Centre's Green House Garden and Community Clean Up Initiative, which aims to achieve two primary goals. Firstly, the team will develop and maintain a Community Greenhouse Garden, overseeing tasks such as greenhouse maintenance, structural inspections, pest control, plant care, and the organization of outdoor storage facilities to ensure the project's smooth operation. Secondly, they will undertake Community Clean up and Maintenance duties, including garbage removal, compost collection, and the upkeep of grounds within NL Housing neighborhoods, encompassing lawn care, tree trimming, and overall neighborhood cleanliness. The team will also be responsible for other duties as required. All Teams will conduct a minimum of five Environmental Awareness Events and successful applicants will be required to participate in several training sessions, including Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S). Employees will be required to follow all OH&S regulations and policies of CCNL and Vine Place Community Centre.

**POSITION DETAILS**

**TEAM LEADER (1 Position)**:The Team Leader is the day to day supervisor for the Green Team. This person is responsible for the conduct of Team Members and the work they undertake. The Team Leader ensures that the work required is properly assigned and carried out, and that the project proceeds smoothly. This involves planning, maintaining discipline and safety, daily acquisition of project materials, effective communication with the Community Partner and CCCNL staff, administrative duties etc. A Team Leader should demonstrate the ability to plan and organize, and must have leadership and supervisory skills. **This position is for 8 weeks, at $16.60/hr for 35 hours per week, from June 24 to August 16, 2024. This project requires work from Monday to Friday 8:30am to 4:30pm.**

**TEAM MEMBER (1 Position)**:The Team Member is an integral part of the Green Team program. The Team Member follows the direction given by the Team Leader, has the ability to work well in a team environment and feels that they can make a positive contribution to the projects undertaken. **This position is for 8 weeks, at $15.60/hr for 35 hours per week, from June 24 to August 16, 2024. This project requires work from Monday to Friday 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM.**

**QUALIFICATIONS**
- Willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions
- Willingness to participate in public engagement and community outreach initiatives
- Willingness to adhere to administration requirements
- Ability to work in a team setting
- Physical ability to perform manual labor
- Comfortable with the operation and use of gardening tools, landscaping tools, lawn mower etc. (training will be provided as needed).

**ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS**
- Transportation to/from worksite is the responsibility of employees
- One person on the team may be required to have a valid driver’s license and full time access to a vehicle with adequate insurance
- Reimbursement for vehicle mileage in accordance with CCNL policy
- Occasional weekend and evening work may be required

**APPLICATION INFORMATION**

Please indicate the **Job Ad Number(s)** and **Project Title(s) **on your **Green Team Project Application Form** for _all projects for which you wish to be considered._
- **DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION IS: Sunday, May 5th, 2024**_

**Job Type**: Fixed term contract
Contract length: 8 weeks

Pay: $15.50-$16.60 per hour

Expected hours: 35 per week

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2024-05-05
Expected start date: 2024-06-24