Job Description

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Kalispell MT

Part Time

High School

$14.00 - $15.50 Hourly

Temporary

Job Description

DEPARTMENT:
Continuing Education

STATUS AND SCHEDULE:
Temporary to start April 2026 and may work up-to October 2026; part-time up-to 19 hours per week may work between Monday and Friday 8am to 5pm; will not work holidays; non-benefit eligible

FLSA:
Hourly/Non-Exempt

CLOSING:
Open Until Filled

SUMMARY:

The Campus Farm Assistant Weekend/Evening Water supports the Campus Farm Manager by tending to The FVCC Campus Farm greenhouse and field crops throughout the spring and into the summer. Tasks primarily include but are not limited to watering greenhouse and field crops opening and closing of high tunnels and greenhouse and ensuring facilities are appropriately closed upon leaving.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Water greenhouse crops using a garden hose
• Water field crops using simple irrigation systems and timers with the possibility of watering field crops by hand as needed
• Opening or closing of greenhouse doors and high tunnels
• May perform other duties as assigned
• With The Campus Farm Manger create a working schedule that includes evenings weekends and non-traditional work hours

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• High School diploma or equivalent

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience working with greenhouse and field crops nursery work or other relatable work experience

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Ability to be flexible and work non-traditional working hours
• Ability to learn on the job follow directions and communicate clearly with supervisor
• Demonstrate an understanding of the needs of greenhouse and field crops and the ability to make decisions independently
• Prior knowledge is preferred but not required. Can be taught and trained on the job
• Demonstrate clear and accurate communication
• Work in an organized and efficient manner
• Maintain a positive attitude
• Have the ability to get to and from The Campus Farm independently
• This is a Heavy Duty job according to the Selected Characteristics of Occupations Defined in the Revised Dictionary of Occupational Titles U.S. Department of Labor and Duty involves exertion of up to 100 pounds of force occasionally and/or 25-50 pounds frequently and/or up to 20 pounds continuously to move objects.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
In order to be considered for this position applicants must apply online at paper submission of applications or resume materials are not accepted. FVCC does not retain application materials for future consideration.

EMPLOYMENT VERIFICATIONS REFERENCE CHECKS AND CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECKS: Prior to any offers of employment FVCC conducts thorough employment verifications and reference checks and may contact organizations and individuals not listed on an applicants application or resume. Additionally FVCC conducts post-offer criminal background checks.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: FVCC is an equal opportunity employer. It is FVCCs policy that all individuals are entitled to equal employment opportunities regardless of race color religion creed political ideas sex gender identity sexual orientation age marital status veterans status service in the uniformed services as defined by state and federal law physical or mental disability national origin or ancestry except as authorized by law. These protections extend to all management practices and decisions including recruitment and hiring practices appraisal systems promotions and training and career development programs as required by federal and state laws.

FVCC BOARD POLICY: The FVCC Board Policy Manual is available to review at ACCOMMODATIONS FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES: FVCC provides reasonable accommodations upon request to qualified individuals with disabilities during all phases of employment including the application and selection process. No applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.

VETERANS PREFERENCE ACT: Preference applies in hiring and provides a uniform method by which special consideration is given to qualified Veterans. Veterans Preference laws do not however guarantee Veterans a job nor do they give Veterans preference in internal actions such as promotion transfer reassignment and reinstatement. Applying for a preference is voluntary and that all information related to a preference is confidential and used only during the hiring process; the information will be maintained in a separate confidential file. To claim Veterans Preference you must complete the Veterans Preference Form (form is available at and email it along with document(s) that verify your eligibility for employment preference to Claims for Veterans preference must be received by Human Resources prior to position closing date.

WINDFALL ELIMINATION PROVISION: Based on the Windfall Elimination Provision FVCC employment may not be covered by Social Security. To learn more about the Windfall Elimination Provision click

Required Experience:

Contract

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Contract work, Temporary work, Part time, Work experience placement, Monday to Friday, Flexible hours, Afternoon shift,

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