Agricultural Assistant II

Position Title:
Agricultural Assistant II
Job Group:
Professional & Scientific
Required Minimum Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent and 3 years of related experience
Job Description:
Summary of Duties and Responsibilities:
The Ag Asst 2 will assist in the maintenance of garden spaces, student employee and volunteer guidance, and event support related tasks. Job responsibilities may include (but are not limited to) Garden Management such as: plant and/or plant pest identification, planting, weeding, deadheading, mulching, raking, pruning, staking, digging, protecting for winter, and watering; Grounds and Equipment Management such as leading snow removal, emptying trash cans, cleaning and sharpening garden tools, and operating garden equipment; Seasonal Staff and Volunteer Management such as leading one or several students through a small garden project of limited scope and complexity and orienting and working with volunteer groups on a specific garden task; and Event Support such as assisting with install or removal of exhibits, setting up for special events, tearing down after special events, and working during special events. The employee is also expected to greet and answer questions from garden visitors.
Required Minimum Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent and 3 years of related experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science in Horticulture
• Experience working with volunteers
• Experience working in public horticulture

Application Instructions:
To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:

• Resume/Curriculum Vitae
• Letter of Application/Cover Letter

If you have questions regarding this application process, please email [email hidden], or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.
Appointment Type:
Emergency (Fixed Term)
Proposed End Date or Length of Term:
June 30, 2027
Number of Months Employed Per Year:
09 Month Work Period
Time Type:
Full time
Pay Grade:
PS805
Original Posting Date:
September 24, 2026
Posting Close Date:
Job Requisition Number:
R19969
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