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Graduate Service Assistant (Summer 2026)

Categories: Program Coordination

Department: Education, Health & Behavior

Graduate Service Assistant (Summer 2026)

  • 497941
  • Grand Forks, North Dakota, United States
  • Temporary Staff
  • Closing on: Apr 15 2026
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Salary/Position Classification

  • $1,888.89 Masters $2,388.89 Doctoral monthly
  • 20 hours per week (May 16, 2026 - August 15, 2026)
  • 100% Remote Work Availability: No
  • Hybrid Work Availability (requires some time on campus): No

Purpose of Position

The Garden Education Coordinator designs and leads hands-on educational programming rooted in the university learning garden space. This role bridges nature-based education and environmental stewardship to engage diverse community members — from young children to adults — in meaningful, place-based learning. The coordinator champions the garden as a living classroom and works collaboratively with garden directors, CEHD staff, UND students, school partners, community partners, and volunteers.

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Develop and deliver age-appropriate garden education curricula for diverse community audiences
  • Lead hands-on workshops, classes, and events
  • Oversee day-to-day care of the educational garden including planting, watering, pest management, and harvesting
  • Plan seasonal planting schedules and maintain garden records
  • Build relationships with schools, libraries, cultural organizations, and community groups to expand program reach
  • Recruit, train, and coordinate garden volunteers
  • Engage families and community members through events, workdays, and outreach
  • Represent the organization at community meetings, fairs, and partner events
  • Track program participation and maintain accurate records for reporting purposes
  • Support fundraising efforts including grant writing and donor communications as needed 

Required Competencies

  • Excellent communication skills - verbal and written
  • Ability to develop and deliver age-appropriate garden education curricula for diverse community audiences 
  • Willing to work outside in variable weather at least 10 hours per week
  • Ability to work hours M-F between 9 and 4

Minimum Requirements

  • Full-time graduate student in College of Education and Human Development
  • Previous experience working with undergraduate students in a direct teaching role
  • Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. This position does not support visa sponsorship for continued employment.

To Apply

For a successful screening, please explain in your application materials how you meet the requirements of the position. 

Please note, all employment postings close at 11:55pm CST. Part-time/Temporary positions are posted for a minimum of 3 business days.

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Need help?

Please email the Human Resources Department at UND.humanresources@UND.edu or contact us by phone at 701.777.4226. If you anticipate needing any type of accommodation to participate in any portion of the University's employment process, including completion of the online application process, please contact our office in advance of your participation or visit. 

Veteran’s Preference

Veterans claiming preference must submit all proof of eligibility by the closing date. Proof of eligibility includes a DD-214 or a copy of NGB 22 from National Guard or Reserve (with a unit located in ND) or certification from the applicant's unit command that the individual is expected to be discharged or released from active duty in the uniformed services under other than dishonorable conditions not later than one hundred twenty days after the date of the submission of the certification. If claiming disabled veteran status, proof of eligibility includes a DD-214 and a current letter of disability dated within the past year.

Confidentiality of Application Materials

Pursuant to NDCC 44-04-18.27, applications and any records related to the applications that identify an applicant are confidential, except records related to the finalists of the position, which are open to the public after the search committee has identified the top three or more finalists who will be invited to campus.

EEO Statement

The University of North Dakota is an equal opportunity employer (veteran/disability). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristic. Veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. 

Clery Statement

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