Agricultural Assistant

Penobscot Nation • Indian Island, ME • 1w ago

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Office of the Chief and Council

Kirk E. Francis

Chief

Mark Sockbeson

Vice-Chief

Penobscot Nation

Human Resources

27 Wabanaki Way

Indian Island, Maine 04468

Phone: (207) 817-7306

Fax: (207) 817-7463

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

Opening Date: April 15, 2026

Closing Date: May 6, 2026

Position: Agriculture Assistant I

Department: Department of Natural Resources

Reports To: Agriculture Program Manager

Pay Range: \$20.00 per hour

Status/Term: Part-time, Grant Specific, Seasonal, 20 hrs/week

Location: 12 Wabanaki Way. Indian Island, ME 04468

Job Summary:

The Penobscot Nation is seeking a dedicated Agriculture Assistant to support the Agriculture

Program Manager in the care and maintenance of crops, livestock (bees) and compost. This

position plays a vital role in promoting sustainable agriculture and food sovereignty within the

community. Responsibilities include assisting with planting, watering, harvesting, feeding and

caring for livestock, managing compost systems, and maintaining beehives. The ideal candidate

will have a strong work ethic, a passion for agriculture and environmental stewardship, and the

ability to work outdoors in various conditions.

Qualifications Required:

Must have at least 1 year experience with agriculture production methods.

Organic gardening preferred

Must have reliable transportation to job site located in Bradley, ME.

Must be willing to work some alternating weekends to water crops when needed.

Office of the Chief and Council

Kirk E. Francis

Chief

Mark Sockbeson

Vice-Chief

Penobscot Nation

Human Resources

27 Wabanaki Way

Indian Island, Maine 04468

Phone: (207) 817-7306

Fax: (207) 817-7463

Insurable Maine State Drivers required.

Master Gardener Program Certificate preferred.

Indian Preference will be adhered to in accordance with the Penobscot Nation Personnel

Policies and Procedures.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

Assist with the day-to-day needs of the soil and plants. Includes soil preparation,

seed/seedling planting, weeding, watering, harvest, and distribution of produce in the

community.

Assist with maintaining, bee-yard, beehives, and orchard trees.

Assist with developing Maple Syrup tapping project

Maintain daily logs of activities.

Provide Technical Assistance to community gardens and to tribal member gardeners with

home/Indian Island gardens.

Follow food safety practices including personal hygiene, washing produce and proper

packaging for distribution.

Follow proper safety use of tools and equipment.

Follow proper cleaning and storing tools and equipment.

Interacts professionally and effectively with others, focusing upon the attainment of

Penobscot Nation goals and objectives through a commitment to teamwork.

Conforms to acceptable attendance/punctuality standards as expressed in the employee

handbook.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Physical Demands/Conditions/Requirements:

Physical requirements for the position involve the ability to life up to 40 lbs., and work in outdoor

and greenhouse settings. Ability to work around honeybees. Job duties require working in areas

where biting flies, mosquitoes, and ticks may be present. Job duties also require working in

inclement and unfavorable weather, including hot weather and humidity.

How to Apply:

Applications are available at the Human Resources Office or the Secretarys Office at the

Nick Sapiel Building, Indian Island, Maine. Applications can also be downloaded at

www.penobscotnation.org.

Office of the Chief and Council

Kirk E. Francis

Chief

Mark Sockbeson

Vice-Chief

Penobscot Nation

Human Resources

27 Wabanaki Way

Indian Island, Maine 04468

Phone: (207) 817-7306

Fax: (207) 817-7463

Apply online at https://www.penobscotnation.org/departments/human-

resources/employment-opportunities.

Submit completed applications and rsums along with certifications to

Human.Resources@penobscotnation.org.

For additional information, call (207) 817-7312 or email

Human.Resources@penobscotnation.org.

Pre-employment physical will be conducted in accordance with the Penobscot Nation

Personnel

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