ASSISTANT GARDENER / GROUNDSKEEPER, PART-TIME
Westerly Library and Wilcox Park seeks a collaborative, detail-oriented, highly enthusiastic, and self-motivated individual to work in their busy Park in the heart of downtown Westerly. The ideal candidate will work with a dedicated team to provide a safe, cultivated, attractive and natural setting, while retaining the historical character of the Park.
Duties:
- Performing emergency clean-up
- Daily chores such as emptying park trash-can contents
- Gardening tasks, including bed clean-out, replanting, cultivation, watering, mulching, edging, fertilization, hand pruning, lawn mowing, core aeration, liming, new lawn emplacement, leaf raking, hedging, and pesticide application
- Work at upkeep of Park facilities systems
- Assisting outside organizations with large Park events
Hours and Pay:
20 hours per week. $18.50 per hour. This position requires flexible days including some Saturdays, and occasional Sundays for weddings or events.
For a full job description click here. To download the application, click here.
Qualifications:
Must possess knowledge of basic gardening and park maintenance practices; possess skills to use gardening/landscaping tools, as well as gas and electric-powered tools; and be able to work effectively with staff and the public. Mechanical aptitude and working knowledge of building, landscape and construction techniques helpful.
A valid driver’s license is required. High School diploma or equivalent required. Westerly Library and Wilcox Park strives for a respectful and inclusive workplace with equal employment opportunity for all and is EEOC compliant. Background check is required.
Please send the application, letter of intent, and resume to wlancellotta@westerlylibrary.org. Position will remain open until filled. Qualified applicants will be contacted through email.
A place for everyone, since 1892!
Westerly Library and Wilcox Park strives for a respectful and inclusive workplace with equal employment opportunity for all, and is EEOC compliant. We believe in empowering our staff to make meaningful contributions to the communities and patrons we serve.
We have developed a comprehensive set of employment benefit programs to supplement our employee’s regular wages. After a three month (90 day) probationary period, staff are offered the following:
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- 13 Paid Holidays
- 403(b) Retirement Plan
- Bereavement and Funeral Leave
- Professional Development
*Please note that benefits vary between full-time and part-time positions.
To apply for any of our open positions, please submit a letter of intent, resume, and employment application to: wlancellotta@westerlylibrary.org
Background checks are required for anyone offered a position within the organization. Qualified applicants will be contacted via email.
