Farm to School Student Assistant (Seasonal Contractor)

Farm to School Student Assistant (Seasonal Contractor) Position Title: Farm to School Student Assistant (Seasonal Contractor) ***Current DPSCD Students Only*** Location: Drew Transition Center Reports to: Farm to School Supervisor or designee Contract Hours: 5 weeks/ 20 hours per week. Salary: $15.00/hr. ($1,500.00 paid for the duration as a stipend upon completion of the 5 week program) Start Date: July 13, 2026 End Date: August 14, 2026 Position Summary : The Office of School Nutrition's Farm to School Program is committed to providing professional, work-based training opportunities for DPSCD high school students that builds skills in nutrition, gardening/ agriculture, and entrepreneurship that connects to higher education opportunities and career pathways. Minimum Qualifications: 14-17 years of age (at time of hire) Clean criminal history Ability to work well individually and as part of a team. Ability to work with a range of age groups. Essential Functions : Provide on-site planting, harvesting, processing, and packaging assistance to Drew Farm staff. Maintain other larger DPSCD farm sites. Learn about foodservice operations/safe food handling. Keep records and data on harvested goods and processing. Must be able to physically perform the duties outlined with or without accommodations Security Clearance: In alignment with Michigan law, if you are hired to fill a position, you will be required to submit to a Detroit Public Schools Community District criminal background check. Information regarding required background checks will be shared at point of hire. Work Site: Drew Farm (9600 Wyoming St, Detroit MI 48207) Regular attendance is critical; must have exemplary attendance record- reliable transportation is a must DPSCD does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, transgender identity, disability, age, religion, height, weight, citizenship, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information, or any other legally protected category, in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions opportunities. #J-18808-Ljbffr