Garden and Greenhouse Keeper
Confidential
Posted: March 10, 2026
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Quick Summary
Maintain and plan Seldovia Village Tribe gardens throughout the approved season, including greenhouse maintenance and beekeeping.
Required Skills
Job Description
Position Overview
Maintain, plan and prepare Seldovia Village Tribe facility gardens throughout approved season of work. 35 hours per week!
Duties and Responsibilities
Implement and participate in activities relating to Greenhouse project through Alaska Microgrants:
SVT will purchase a greenhouse under the grant to extend growing season
SVT will purchase bees and hives under the grant to expand food security for Seldovia
Weeding regularly to maintain a weed-free garden space
Watering on a consistent schedule while reviewing weather patterns for needed adjustments
Plant bulbs, flowers, plants, etc. as approved by CEO or according to garden plans
Maintain garden spaces during the summer season as possible within availability
Communicate and work with other gardeners as necessary or SVT staff to address gaps in care, finding coverage for watering when possible
Cleaning up flower beds and address borders no longer in good condition
Monitor and ensure plant health
Prune and trim plants or trees as necessary
Address pest issues
Other duties as assigned
Specifications
Knowledge of gardening methods especially plant identification and care, required
Knowledge of beekeeping preferred
Ability to implement guidance or directions from supervisor
Ability to work as a member of a team when necessary
Reliable
Job Requirements
Education: None required
Experience: Some gardening experience preferred
Certifications/Licensure: None Required
Other Requirements: Must be able to meet or exceed physical requirements of position
Employment Requirements
Background check
FBI fingerprinting
Preemployment drug-testing
Work Environment
Seldovia Village Tribe is a drug-free, alcohol-free, and tobacco-free work environment. Work environment may be noisy. Work primarily occurs outdoors in all weather conditions including, sun, rain, cold, and heat. Insects and animals are common. Work includes long periods bent over or crouched working in a garden setting.
Physical Requirements
Stand
Walk
Sit
Squat or Kneel
Bend
Speak
Grasp
Manually Manipulate
Reach Outward/Above
Ability to Lift/Carry: 75 lbs or less
Ability to Push/Pull: 100 lbs or less