EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

We are looking for Human Resources Support!

We are an employee owned co-operative looking for socially conscious, progressive individuals. Our work focuses on the sustainable design, install and maintenance of ornamental, edible, medicinal gardens, native meadows, no-mow lawns, natural screening, and custom stone work. Earth Designs Cooperative believes that all employees are entitled to a safe and secure work environment where we treat each other with respect, dignity and professionalism at all times.

This position runs from January to December. We are looking for a highly skilled human resources professional to assist with employee relations, company policies & practices to facilitate our ongoing growth & to help us thrive.

  • Identify & evaluate hiring & promotion needs

  • Develop recruitment strategy, interview schedules & evaluation standards in accordance with HR methodologies, labor laws & evolving business needs

  • Interview & hire potential candidates as part of the hiring committee

  • Provide or facilitate mediation for employee disputes and recommend solutions which align with company procedure & individual needs

  • In collaboration with committees & management, develop & implement accountability systems to ensure employees follow all policies & procedures

  • Assess reports provided by committees, team leaders & operations managers to determine employee performance & training needs

  • Recommend changes in policies & procedures to the BOD, based on employee & company needs

  • Research compensation standards set by industry & governing bodies in order to create salary structures & administer employee benefits

  • Periodically attend interdepartmental meetings with other managers

  • Oversee exit interviews & procedures

Role:

  • Has 3 years experience in HR

  • Effective & clear verbal and written communication skills

  • Ability to navigate employee conflict utilizing Non-Violent Communication skills

  • Active & engaged problem solver

  • Familiar & up to date with NY state labor laws

  • Ability to prioritize daily work flow and meet various seasonal deadlines

  • Willingness & ability to quickly learn computer software utilized by company

Skills & Qualifications:

Competitive pay, compensation is negotiable depending on experience. Applications for Ownership accepted after 1 year of employment.

Please provide a resume, 3 professional references and a cover letter to apply.

Job Type: Part Time, 24 hrs/week

HR team member starting pay: $30

Work with us.

We are an employee owned cooperative looking for socially conscious, progressive individuals. Our work focuses on the sustainable design, install and maintenance of ornamental, edible, medicinal gardens, native meadows, no-mow lawns, natural screening, and custom stone work.

  • Our work focuses on the sustainable design, install and maintenance of ornamental, edible, medicinal gardens, native meadows, no-mow lawns, and natural screening.

    • Able to lift and carry 20-50 lbs.

    • Able to stand, bend and be close to the ground for a full work day

    • Able to work in varying weather conditions

    • Strong communication skills and capable of working with a team

    • Attention to detail and strong work ethic

    We offer competitive pay and compensation is negotiable depending on experience. Applications for ownership accepted after 1 year of employment.

    This position runs from April to December with seasonal unemployment benefits available through the state department of labor. If you have a good attitude, are looking to be a part of an inclusive team and are ready for hard but gratifying work, please complete the application below.

    Job Type: Full-time, Seasonal

    Garden Tech Pay: $18-20

  • Our work focuses on the sustainable design, install and maintenance of ornamental, edible, medicinal gardens, native meadows, no-mow lawns, and natural screening.

    • Able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs repeatedly

    • Able to stand, bend and squat for 8 hours a day

    • Able to work in a variety of weather conditions

    • Strong honest communication skills and capable of working with a team

    • Professionalism, preparedness, attention to detail and strong work ethic

    • Ability to retain information and take direction

    • Full Time employment preferred. Flexible Schedule

    • Near perfect attendance and punctuality

    • Demonstratable leadership skills

    • Professionalism in presentation to clients and crew members

    • Confidence and strong communication skills

    • Plant knowledge, technical skills and ability to teach and train

    • Reliable phone

    We offer competitive pay and compensation is negotiable depending on experience. Applications for ownership accepted after 1 year of employment.

    This is a seasonal position that runs from April to December. If you have a good attitude, are looking to be a part of an inclusive team and are ready for hard but gratifying work, please complete the application below.

    Job Type: Full-time, Seasonal

  • A focus on dry-laid landscape masonry including outdoor walkways, walls, steps, and patios built with natural stone.

    • Familiarity and ability to use power tools properly (grinder, safety gear).

    • Experience with cement/mortar and pointing preferred but not required.

    • Ability to work with grading and drainage is definitely a plus.

    • Lifting at least 80 lbs, shaping natural stone with hammers and chisels is a must.

    We offer competitive pay and compensation is negotiable depending on experience. Applications for ownership accepted after 1 year of employment.

    This is a seasonal position that runs from April to December. If you have a good attitude, are looking to be a part of an inclusive team and are ready for hard but gratifying work, please complete the application below.

    Job Type: Full-time, Seasonal

    Stone Mason Pay: $22

  • Designers are the artists of EDC, designing gardens, hardscapes & full site plans. Designers maintain relationships with clients, fulfilling dreams and planting ecologically viable gardens. On a typical day Designers can expect to have a client meeting, approve invoices, return client emails & calls, finalize a proposal and update job orders in various stages of progress. The Designer will also spend a significant amount of time on the jobsite during installations, working directly with the excavation team and site manager to execute their vision. The Designer will take the initiative to create their own daily schedule and maintain their own task list, participating in shared calendars.

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