Horticulturist
Core
Daily operations and maintenance of living plant collections and grounds at a native plant center, including design, installation, and upkeep of garden areas.
Role type
Horticulturist (hands-on IC)
Builds
Native plant gardens and sustainable landscapes
Domain
Botany / Horticulture / Conservation
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Horticultural techniques, plant pathology, tool operation, irrigation system maintenance, seed processing, volunteer supervision, public education, safety compliance
Preferred skills
Texas native plant expertise, public speaking, botanical garden experience, supervisory experience
Technologies
Hand tools, light power equipment, powered carts, MS Office
Responsibilities
Design, install, and maintain assigned garden areas; inspect, maintain, and repair irrigation systems; collect and process seeds; train and direct volunteers and interns; assist public with horticulture questions; document plant species in collections
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC