Temporary Positions
Garden and Grounds Steward (1):
The University of Michigan Biological Station (UMBS) in Pellston, Michigan, is hiring a Garden and Grounds Steward to manage the UMBS community food and campus gardens for the 2026 season. The main garden is set up for food production for the dining hall; ethnobotany or agroecology coursework; and experimental. There are other gardens on the field research station campus to manage as well, including two large rain gardens. The Steward will also be responsible for developing and implementing plans for new gardens around campus.
The Steward will work directly with UMBS Associate Director and Dining Hall Manager to develop a plan for the garden, order supplies, prepare the site, plant, maintain, and harvest the garden. They will also lead and coordinate the work with volunteers as well as help to organize educational activities for the UMBS community throughout the season. During the summer months, students, faculty, researchers, and their families from around the country live, take courses, and conduct field research at the Biological Station.
Ideal candidates should have experience with large gardens and a strong interest in sustainable agriculture.
This is a temporary position, up to 40 hours/week, and starts ~May 1 and runs through ~August 15. Students are encouraged to apply. Compensation includes an hourly wage ($15 - $17) and room and board at the Biological Station during employment.
To apply for the position, please send a cover letter and resume (as one document) to umbs@umich.edu.
