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Job Title: Administrative Assistant

Location: Community Medical Center

Department Name: RWJBH Community Health Project

Req #: 0000254764

Status: Salaried

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $59,713.00 - $74,641.00 per year

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated annual salary range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Job Overview:

The Greenhouse Lead will manage the daily activities in Community Medical Center s newly constructed Sadie Vickers CommUnity Garden hydroponic greenhouse located in South Toms River in accordance with the RWJBH Community Health Project.

This position will be responsible for maintaining a clean and safe working and growing environment in the Greenhouse while meeting produce production goals set by the department.

We are seeking an individual with strong hydroponic growing experience who is passionate about making healthy food accessible for the communities we serve.

Qualifications:

Required:

• High School Diploma
• Demonstrated experience in hydroponic greenhouse operations

Preferred:

• Controlled Environment Agriculture Certificate and/or Hydroponic Growing Certificate

Essential Functions:

• Overseeing Community Medical Center s hydroponic greenhouse in partnership with Sadie Vickers Resource Center
• Crop production including: seeding, transplanting, nutrient management and harvesting
• Cleaning and sanitizing hydroponic growing system and floors
• Packaging and labeling produce for donation/distribution
• Inventory management for all greenhouse supplies and materials
• Records and analyzes data points for real-time monitoring and evaluation
• Liaises with technical assistance providers
• Leads with school and community group Greenhouse field trips
• Works with Community Health team members for program implementation including Registered Dietitians, Social Workers, SNAP Navigators, Community Health Workers, etc
• Manages program expenses in accordance with grant funding
• Engages grant funders and other community stakeholders and helps procure and leverage key partnerships that broaden community impact

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our employees are at the heart of everything we do. Driven by our Total Wellbeing promise, our market-competitive offerings include comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees’ physical, emotional, financial, personal, career, and community wellbeing.  These benefits and resources include, but are not limited to:

• Paid Time Off including Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Time
• Retirement Plans
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Disability and Life Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Student Loan Planning Support
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Community and Volunteer Opportunities
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, and Verizon
• ….and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team.  We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time.  As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health. 

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey—whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

Equal Opportunity Employer