UACE Tucson Village Farm Farm Assistant
Part TimeJob Description
This position will have the AmeriCorps Volunteer serving in an urban farmer role, assisting with the growing, cultivation of both crops and volunteers to maintain an 8-acre farm in the center of Tucson, Arizona. This position is ideal for someone who wants to work outdoors with volunteers in an arid, dry environment planting, harvesting, cultivating, weeding, and growing over 300 varieties of vegetables. Serving at Tucson Village Farm and the 4-H Healthy Living Center, a AmeriCorps Volunteer has the opportunity to engage in a variety of tasks. From growing out plant starts, to teaching volunteers how to weed or amend a field to showing the community how to plant lettuce. An AmeriCorps Volunteer serving here needs to want to work hard, enjoy interacting with volunteers of all ages, be flexible and have a willingness to be a team player. AmeriCorps Volunteers will receive training in arid land food production, integrated pest management, orchard maintenance and growth, and harvesting techniques.
Member Duties : Assist with growing vegetables and fruit trees over 8+ acres. Assist with the remediation of noxious plants and pest using organic practices. Lead groups of volunteers in vegetable cultivation. Manage volunteer days and assist the farm maintenance. Repair irrigation leaks and assist with pest control. Assist with large events. AmeriCorps Volunteers will need experience with youth, working with the public, be able to work outside in a variety of weather conditions and lift over 50 pounds.
Program Benefits : Education award upon successful completion of service , Living Allowance , Lots of delicious local veggies , Training .
Terms :
Permits attendance at school during off hours , Car recommended , Permits working at another job during off hours .
Service Areas :
Environment , Children/Youth , Community Outreach , Education .
Skills :
General Skills , Team Work , Public Speaking , Public Health , Ability to lift over 50 pounds , Communications , Community Organization , Education , Leadership , Teaching/Tutoring , Youth Development .
SUMMARY
Program Type:
AmeriCorps State / National
Program
UACE Tucson Village Farm Farm Assistant
Program Start/End Date
08/17/2026 – 07/18/2027
Work Schedule Part Time
Education level
Some college
Age Requirement
Minimum: 18 Maximum: 99
Program Locations ARIZONA
Accepting Applications
From 06/13/2026 To 11/15/2026
Contact Alex Atkins
4210 N Campbell Ave
Tucson AZ 85719
5206265161
clipin@arizona.edu
Listing ID 125481
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