Please email a cover letter, resumé, and the contact information for three references as a single PDF to [email protected] – include the name of the position in the subject line of your email. Applications may also be mailed to: Seed Savers Exchange | Attn: Peggy Miller | 3094 North Winn Rd. | Decorah, IA 52101.

Seed Rack Program Assistant

Position Title: Seed Rack Program Assistant
FLSA Status: Non-exempt
Position Status: Regular, full-time
Reports To: Seed Rack Program Manager
Supervisory Role: No
Compensation: $16/hour

Seed Savers Exchange is a non-profit organization based in Decorah, Iowa focused on conserving and promoting America’s culturally diverse but endangered garden and food crop legacy for present and future generations.

Primary Role

This position will directly support the Seed Rack Program Manager in all duties as well as generally assisting in the Seed House as needed. Must be detail oriented and flexible to change tasks as priorities change.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Prepare seed rack and individual orders for shipment. This includes picking orders, validating items, and packing into appropriate containers.
Process shipments using integrated shipping software.
Package seeds into appropriate packets using tools while following strict Organic Standards Practices with training and guidance from senior staff.
Operate seed packet printers with training and guidance from senior staff.
Operate automated seed packing machines with training and guidance from senior staff.
Assist with Seed Rack account maintenance including billing, accounts receivable, and returns.
Assist with handling Seed Rack customer inquiries as needed.

Skills

Accurate record-keeping and attention to detail
Able to work well as part of a team

Physical Requirements

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly
Ability to stand or sit for extended periods of time

Qualifications

Efficient, self-motivated person
High School diploma or equivalent
Valid driver’s license

Benefits

Paid holidays & PTO
Long term disability and life insurance (paid for by the company)
Employee merchandise discounts
Wellness program with annual stipend and paid day off
Medical, dental and vision coverage available

Seed Savers Exchange is an equal opportunity employer and enthusiastically encourages people from a wide variety of backgrounds and experiences to apply. Seed Savers Exchange does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, mental or physical disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation or any other basis prohibited by law.