Common Ground | Join Our Staff

JOIN OUR STAFF

The staff of Common Ground works hard and enjoys the fruits of our labor. Though there are not currently any openings on our staff, we welcome interested individuals to send their resumes and cover letters. All employment-related inquiries should be directed to:

Betsy Sneath, Associate Director

Common Ground

358 Springside Avenue

New Haven, CT 06515 ext 211

203.389.4333

bsneath@nhep.com

Current Openings

Farm Manager & Director of Agriculture Programs. Common Ground is seeking a reliable, hands-on, experienced farmer-manager to direct our Agricultural Program and run our urban farm. The Farm Manager & Director of Agricultural Programs will be responsible for managing both the production and education gardens; overseeing volunteers, interns and apprentices working on the farm; and coordinating the distribution of farm products to Common Ground’s various constituencies. Beyond being a farm, Common Ground is a high school and an educational center for the community, making this job opportunity distinct from many typical farm jobs. The Director of Agricultural Programs will play an important role coordinating educational projects involving the farm that will require strong skills in leading, supervising, and communicating with groups of youth and adults. Download a job description (pdf)

Summer 2010 Camp Staff. We need energetic, enthusiastic leaders and teachers for our summer 2010 camps for children ages 4 - 13. Camp at Common Ground is a fun, rewarding chance to be part of a team that leads children in making memories, having adventures, and learning to care for the earth. Especially seeking specialists in gardening, cooking, farm and domestic animals, recycled and nature arts, and outdoor exploration and adventure skills! Most camp staff positions are full-time for 6 weeks. See the full job description here, and click here to complete the online staff application. Interviews start in March, and staff positions are usually filled by April.

Summer 2010 Administrative Assistant and Extended Day Program Manager. Seeking a detail-oriented problem solver who also loves to work with children! Responsibilities for this position are split between administrative work and running the camp Extended Day Program, so each day includes office time and interaction time with campers and staff. This is a part-time job (about 25 hours a week). See the full job description here, and click here to complete the online staff application. Interviews start in March, and staff positions are usually filled by April.

School's Out Program Leader/Environmental Educator. Common Ground is hiring a program manager and lead teacher for an after school program for students in grades 6 – 8. The School’s Out! program brings together 30 children from 3 school districts to participate in science and environmental leadership activities that take place on Common Ground’s urban farm, in West Rock Park, and in the greater New Haven community. Participants will enjoy adventure, exploration, field trips, and friendships while learning and practicing core science skills and knowledge. Download a job description (pdf).

EEO/Non-Discrimination Policy

It is the policy of the New Haven Ecology Project, Inc. and Common Ground High School that no person shall be excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise discriminated against under any program, including employment, because of race, color, religious creed, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, marital status, civil union status, sexual orientation, mental retardation, and past/present history of mental disorder, learning disability and physical disability.

It is the policy of the New Haven Ecology Project, Inc. and Common Ground High School to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals without regard to age, color, marital status, civil union status, national origin, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation or gender in all personnel actions, including recruitment, evaluation, selection, daily interactions, promotion, compensation, training and termination.

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), as amended, it is the policy of the New Haven Ecology Project, Inc. and Common Ground High School not to discriminate against protected qualified applicants and employees with disabilities in all aspect of employment.


	Join our staff JOIN OUR STAFF The staff of Common Ground works hard and enjoys the fruits of our labor. Though there are not currently any openings on our staff, we welcome interested individuals to send their resumes and cover letters. All employment-related inquiries should be directed to: Betsy Sneath, Associate Director Common Ground 358 Springside Avenue New Haven, CT 06515 ext 211 203.389.4333 bsneath@nhep.com Current Openings Farm Manager & Director of Agriculture Programs. Common Ground is seeking a reliable, hands-on, experienced farmer-manager to direct our Agricultural Program and run our urban farm. The Farm Manager & Director of Agricultural Programs will be responsible for managing both the production and education gardens; overseeing volunteers, interns and apprentices working on the farm; and coordinating the distribution of farm products to Common Ground’s various constituencies. Beyond being a farm, Common Ground is a high school and an educational center for the community, making this job opportunity distinct from many typical farm jobs. The Director of Agricultural Programs will play an important role coordinating educational projects involving the farm that will require strong skills in leading, supervising, and communicating with groups of youth and adults. Download a job description (pdf) Summer 2010 Camp Staff. We need energetic, enthusiastic leaders and teachers for our summer 2010 camps for children ages 4 - 13. Camp at Common Ground is a fun, rewarding chance to be part of a team that leads children in making memories, having adventures, and learning to care for the earth. Especially seeking specialists in gardening, cooking, farm and domestic animals, recycled and nature arts, and outdoor exploration and adventure skills! Most camp staff positions are full-time for 6 weeks. See the full job description here, and click here to complete the online staff application. Interviews start in March, and staff positions are usually filled by April. Summer 2010 Administrative Assistant and Extended Day Program Manager. Seeking a detail-oriented problem solver who also loves to work with children! Responsibilities for this position are split between administrative work and running the camp Extended Day Program, so each day includes office time and interaction time with campers and staff. This is a part-time job (about 25 hours a week). See the full job description here, and click here to complete the online staff application. Interviews start in March, and staff positions are usually filled by April. School's Out Program Leader/Environmental Educator. Common Ground is hiring a program manager and lead teacher for an after school program for students in grades 6 – 8. The School’s Out! program brings together 30 children from 3 school districts to participate in science and environmental leadership activities that take place on Common Ground’s urban farm, in West Rock Park, and in the greater New Haven community. Participants will enjoy adventure, exploration, field trips, and friendships while learning and practicing core science skills and knowledge. Download a job description (pdf). EEO/Non-Discrimination Policy It is the policy of the New Haven Ecology Project, Inc. and Common Ground High School that no person shall be excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise discriminated against under any program, including employment, because of race, color, religious creed, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, marital status, civil union status, sexual orientation, mental retardation, and past/present history of mental disorder, learning disability and physical disability. It is the policy of the New Haven Ecology Project, Inc. and Common Ground High School to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals without regard to age, color, marital status, civil union status, national origin, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation or gender in all personnel actions, including recruitment, evaluation, selection, daily interactions, promotion, compensation, training and termination. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), as amended, it is the policy of the New Haven Ecology Project, Inc. and Common Ground High School not to discriminate against protected qualified applicants and employees with disabilities in all aspect of employment.