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The EJ program seeks a competent and reliable Garden Caretaker(s) to perform semi-skilled work in the maintenance, care, and modification of the Espanola Healing Foods Oasis (EHFO) landscape, which includes the operation of a drip irrigation system, a water hose system, and the use of small hand and garden tools. The Garden Caretaker(s) will be responsible for the health of all plants and trees in the garden, along with upholding general and advanced maintenance tasks. 

The Garden Caretaker(s) must be friendly, professional, flexible, and knowledgeable about effective gardening techniques for high-desert ecosystems.

Location: Espanola, NM

Status: Part-time (20 hours/week), Temporary Seasonal Staff (on occasion, might include evenings and weekends)

Rate: $20/hour

NOTE: Applicants must be 18 years and older.

HOW TO APPLY: Please submit this form — you can upload your cover letter and resumé there. If you have trouble submitting the form, please email info@tewawomenunited.org.

Responsibilities

Primary Garden Caretaker Duties 

• Serve as a Garden Caretaker to maintain and grow the EHFO to ensure it meets specific requirements and expectations
• Attend monthly planning and coordination session with other Garden Caretaker and EJ Project Coordinator I
• Become familiar with the EHFO maintenance plan, dripline system, and other EHFO needs
• Follow the recommended EHFO maintenance plan to ensure the upkeep of the site 
• Serve to coordinate on-site volunteers and temporary seasonal workers when the EJ Project Coordinator I is unavailable
•  Help ensure a safe environment for staff, volunteers, and youth by adhering to safety and health regulation
• Assist with Grow Box maintenance support at TWU Nest

•   Assist in volunteer EHFO garden clean-up days and other events 
• Identify invasive plants maintenance and removal            
• Increase native plant diversity by planting as needed, both seeded and transplants 
• Add soil, mulch, and compost to newly planted areas as needed 
• Harvest plants and seeds as needed throughout the season 
• Maintain erosion control and berm/swale reinforcement and repair with earthwork and rockwork 
• Hand watering and manual drip system activation as needed 
• Dispose of and change the trash from the three receptacles on a weekly or bi-weekly basis 
• Dispose of any needles found in the garden into the needle receptacle box on the west side of the park/garden on a weekly or bi-weekly basis  (PPE and Trash Pick-up Tools will be provided)

Outreach/ Community Building

• Serve as an on-site EHFO ambassador

Training and Classes

• Participate in trainings/ classes for staff, service providers, and community on various topics related to the EHFO and/ or identified by Supervisor.

Opide – Campaign/ Movement Building and Connection

• Support other TWU Programs as needed and indicated in scopes of work with supervisors’ pre-approval
• Assist in coordinating and implementing TWU Campaign(s)

Perform other duties as assigned by EJ Program Manager and EJ Project Coordinator I 

The duties and responsibilities outlined above do not comprise a comprehensive list but are intended to provide a representation of the general nature and level of work performed by an employee in this capacity. Tewa Women United maintains the right to augment or delete duties and responsibilities as business dictates.

Minimum Position Qualifications

• Commitment to TWU’s mission and values 
• GED or high school diploma or work experience in a related field (i.e. agriculture, permaculture, forestry, biology, gardening, landscaping, etc.)
• A passion to love the outdoors and plant life 
• Demonstrates ability to clearly establish goals and objectives, plan/organize activities and projects. 
• Demonstrates good negotiation skills, works independently, and demonstrates good judgment. 
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

•   Experience & familiarity with gardening or farming within high desert landscapes & landscape design 

• Knowledge of local pests and how to eliminate them 
• Ability to remain on your feet for long periods of time 
• Desire to work in a team environment 
• Ability to effectively interact with a wide range of people in social and professional situations; experienced interacting and working with a diverse population 
• Capability to communicate clearly in written and oral form 
• Ability to interact with a variety of personnel at different levels of responsibility 
• Ability to establish and maintain effective interpersonal relationships with co-workers and colleagues, collaborative partners, board members, government officials, volunteers, customers, and constituents 
• Experience working with Native American communities/clientele, cultural sensitivity to the needs and distinct tribal and cultural ways of life, and willingness to complete cultural competency training and/or undoing racism training 
• Ability to work a flexible schedule 
•   Organized and able to multitask 
•   Practical and creative problem-solving abilities 
•   Ability to work independently 
•   Basic timekeeping skills 
•   Access to Google Docs or Monday.com to send in invoices on a bi-weekly or monthly basis 

The Reproductive Justice Program is seeking a program assistant who can be responsible for assisting in the planning, organizing, directing, and implementing of projects under the RJ program. This position will provide general office support and administrative assistance to all RJ program areas.

Status: Non-exempt, Regular Full-time (40 hours per week)

Pay rate: $18.54/hour

HOW TO APPLY: Please submit this form — you can upload your cover letter and resumé there. If you have trouble submitting the form, please email info@tewawomenunited.org.

Responsibilities

Primary Duties

• Assist and support RJ Program in fulfilling project(s) goals and objectives, including but not limited to, the preparation of community engagement activities, research, and specialized projects
• Conduct essential office duties, such as proofreading and making copies/scanning of documents, responding to emails and phone calls, and organizing office equipment/space, etc.
• Relaying internal emails to staff
• Prepare and maintain physical and digital files as requested by program staff
• Assist in planning and organizing logistics for program training, sessions, and activities
• Assist in managing online resources by updating Google Calendar, EJ Google Drive, and Monday.com boards with program impending activities/ events/ trainings
• Attend and participate in RJ weekly staff meetings and monthly TWU Staff Meetings by taking minutes and notes
• Maintain and update contact listing and databases for the program
• Reserving equipment and conference rooms for presentations and in-office meetings 
• Acting as a liaison between different departments within TWU 
• Maintain confidentiality when programming TWU and through the RJ Program
• Participate in check-in meetings with the Program Manager on productivity, accountability, performance, and delegation on a regular basis
• Perform other duties as assigned by TWU Director and/or RJ Program Manager

Outreach/Community Building

• Assist in updating, creating, and distributing outreach materials and newsletters within social media outlets, websites, etc. 
• Maintain supporting relationships among media, key decision makers, and community members/ organizations, including tribal and public schools
• Represent TWU and participate in community events as assigned, which include both internal and external events 
• Assist the RJ program/TWU by revising and distributing outreach information that is accurate and available for its intended purposes

Finance and Fundraising

• Obtain prior approval and provide updates to RJ Program Manager regarding purchasing supplies, mileage reimbursements, input of expense form, budget support, and timesheets
• Assist with proposal writing to develop additional funding as requested
• Collaborate in general TWU fundraising strategy.

Training and Classes

• Participate in trainings/ classes for staff, service providers, and community on a variety of topics, including but not limited to the Reproductive Justice Program and TWU Organization
• Commit to ongoing professional skill development and anti-oppression practice/ approach.

Campaign – Movement Building and Connection

• Support other TWU Programs as needed and indicated in scopes of work with the supervisor’s pre-approval. 
• Assist in coordinating and implementing TWU Campaign(s).

Commitment and Organizational Values

• Uphold TWU’s commitment to anti-oppression, anti-racism, and reproductive justice principles.
• Demonstrate professionalism, reliability, and discretion in all aspects of the role.
• Engage with humility and respect in working with diverse communities, emphasizing equity, accountability, and care.
• Participate in ongoing professional development and team-building activities.

Minimum Position Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in business administration, communications, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of two (2) years of administrative or executive support experience, preferably in a nonprofit or community-based organization.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and project management platforms (e.g., Monday.com).
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Demonstrated discretion in handling confidential information.
• Commitment to TWU’s mission, values, and principles of reproductive and social justice.