Federal Work Study - Garden Assistant

Federal Work Study - Garden Assistant

Salary

$14.55 Hourly

Location

Main Campus, Coos Bay, OR

Job Type

Federal Work Study

Job Number

2026-00041

Department

Student Employment (AWS, GSE)

Division

FWS- Federal Work Study

Opening Date

09/18/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit

NA

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Primary Purpose

Oregon Coast Culinary Institute (OCCI) offers practical, competitive skills necessary to ensure rewarding career. Students receive individualizes, hands-on learning because of small class sizes. This position assists with the Southwestern campus garden and greenhouse.

• This position is only open to Student Workers*
• 3 to 20 hours per week*

Description of Essential Functions

This position assists with the Southwestern campus garden and greenhouse. Duties include watering, weeding, planting, harvesting, composting, and general upkeep with organic methods. Tasks may include assistance with small building projects in the garden, maintenance and organization of tools and supplies. Support and direction will be given by the Agroecology instructor.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Must be current degree-seeking student enrolled in at least 6 credits.

Must maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress and maintain a minimum GPA of 2.0.

Must be eligible to receive FWS based on financial need and eligibility requirements determined by FAFSA.

Required Sklills/Expreience: Students in this job will need the following skills. You should be able to do these, or show that you can learn how (with or without reasonable accommodation):

• Organizational skills
• Ability to work independently
• Desire to work outdoors
• Ability to perform tasks as requested

Preferred Sklills/Expreience: Gardening experience, basic building skills

Additional Job Information

Non-Discrimination

Employees and potential employees of the Southwestern Oregon Community College District are hereby notified that Southwestern Oregon Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, national origin, age, disability, or protected veterans status in employment, education, or activities as set forth in compliance with federal and state statutes and regulations. Any persons having inquiries equal opportunity or nondiscrimination may contact:

Rachele Lyon, Vice President of Administrative Services

Southwestern Oregon Community College

1988 Newmark Ave.

Coos Bay, OR 97420

(541) 888-7402

rachele.lyon@socc.edu

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01

Are you currently enrolled at Southwestern Oregon Community College working toward completion of an Associate Degree?

• Yes
• No

02

Are you currently enrolled at Southwestern Oregon Community College at least half-time (at least 6 credits)?

• Yes
• No

03

Is your cumulative GPA 2.0 or higher?

• Yes
• No

04

By clicking yes, I understand that I must meet all requirements for SWOCCs Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) Policy to be eligible for student employment.

• Yes
• No

05

Have you been recommended by an instructor or staff member?

• Yes
• No

06

If so, what instructor or staff member recommended you?

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Employer Southwestern Oregon Community College

Address 1988 Newmark Ave

Coos Bay, Oregon, 97420

Phone 541-888-7402

541-888-7280

Website https://www.socc.edu