Ward 8 Woods Park Steward Job Application
Ward 8 Woods is a nonprofit organization that acts as caretaker for forested areas in Ward 8 and surrounding areas, including Ft. Stanton Park, Suitland Parkway, Oxon Run Parkway, and Shepherd Parkway.

Park Stewards work 20 to 35 hours a week removing trash, cutting invasive plants,  building and maintaining hiking trails, educating residents about environmental issues, and performing other duties as assigned.

This part-time employment opportunity is open to residents of Wards 7 and 8  over the age of 18 who are currently unemployed  or working only part-time. Those facing barriers to employment such as a criminal record, disability, or lack of training or experience are encouraged to apply.

REQUIREMENTS

-Must be a Ward 8 or 7 resident over the age of 18 and not already working full-time
-Ability and willingness to work outdoors in hot, cold, and wet conditions
-Ability and willingness to work in hilly, overgrown wooded areas
-Ability to lift 40 pounds repeatedly
-Ability and willingness to handle potentially hazardous materials such as broken glass and rusty metal (gloves are provided)
-Ability and willingness to speak with residents about environmental issues  
-Must treat fellow workers, volunteers and residents with respect

BENEFITS

-starting pay of $21 an hour
-one day of paid leave per month
-paid green jobs training
-improve your community and raise environmental awareness
-reasonable accommodations will be made for disability, health issues, family responsibilities,  and other challenges

PLEASE ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS. INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.
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