Growing Futures Youth Coordinator

About Us:
4th Second is a nonprofit organization dedicated to driving systemic change and fostering collaboration to bridge the gap between community needs and resources. Based in Solano County, with a focus on Vallejo, we specialize in Enhanced Care Management, employment and support services, and youth programs. Our work serves a wide-range of individuals, including youth and adults who are unhoused, at-risk, or justice-involved.
At 4th Second, we are committed to trauma-informed and harm reduction approaches, offering services such as street medicine, healthcare coordination, mental health counseling, youth substance use and suicide prevention, workforce development, and community-driven initiatives for food and housing sovereignty.
Our mission is simple: to meet people where they are, empower them with the care and resources they need, and support their journey toward holistic well-being.
About the Role:
We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Growing Futures Coordinator to join our team in developing a community garden, supporting Youth programming, coordinating outdoor exploration, and promoting environmental advocacy efforts. This position requires a range of gardening skills, strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with fellow gardeners and community members. If you have a passion for community building we invite you to apply and contribute to the growth and vitality of our community garden. Previous experience is preferred, but not necessary. Sincere interest, creativity, and passion for working outdoors is!
Supervisory Responsibility: None
Job Type: Part-time, Hourly, Non-exempt, 25 hours/week
Expected schedule: Tuesday - Saturday; hours vary by sunlight, though generally fall between the hours of 10 am and 5:30 pm
Location: Location: Vallejo, CA - in office & community
Benefits:
403(b) Retirement plan
5 days of paid sick days per year
1 Hour of Employer Paid Wellness Time
What You Will Do:
Planting and cultivating various plants, flowers, and vegetables. Apply permaculture practices including: companion planting, crop rotation, proper planting and bedding practice for increased water and nutrient retention
Managing compost and waste materials in an environmentally friendly manner
Collaborating with other gardeners to plan seasonal planting schedules
Adding fertilizers, compost, and other amendments to improve soil quality
Interacting with community members and encouraging community and volunteer participation
Organizing workshops or events to educate the community on gardening
Maintaining records of planting dates, crop yields, harvest. etc
Data entry of participant attendance, involvement, and other data for grant reports
Safely transport youth participants to and from youth centers and other activities as needed
Complete scheduled pickups of food boxes, tools, and materials to support programming
Minimum Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent required
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to work collaboratively with a team
Creativity in developing and implementing activities
Patience and understanding when working with youth
Access to reliable personal transportation required, including a DMV record that permits the driver to be insured under 4th Second’s automobile coverage
Pass Required Background Checks: Successfully complete Live Scan and other background checks as a prerequisite for hiring, ensuring compliance with safety and security protocols set forth by 4th Second
Preferred Qualifications:
Proficiency in Google Suite, email, internet, and calendaring applications
Experience cultivating in community gardens or other agricultural/horticultural spaces
Familiarized with permacultural principles
Proficient in another language other than English
Confident in community engagement and interacting with youth
Physical Qualifications:

Employment type
Part-Time

Work arrangement
No