Area Horticulturist

Glenstone Museum; Potomac (MD); On-site; USD 39,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life, long-term disability and AD&D

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

401(k) retirement with matching

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Glenstone Museum, located in Potomac, Maryland, seeks an Area Horticulturist to oversee campus landscape maintenance, including planting, irrigation, and seasonal projects. You will manage a seasonal crew, enforce organic practices, and mentor students and interns while supporting sustainable initiatives across 300 acres of meadow and woodlands.

The role requires five+ years in plant care, a degree in horticulture or related field, and a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of verifiable, professional experience in plant care for a sustainable landscape environment.
• 2 or 4-year degree or equivalent experience in horticulture, forestry, botany, ecology, plant pathology, or related field.
• Knowledge of tools, methods, and materials in an all-organic grounds maintenance program.
• Experience with organic or integrated pest management.
• Ability to work at a fast pace without sacrificing quality.
• Strong cultural competence, interpersonal communication, planning, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work in all types of weather conditions.
• Ability to physically lift 50 pounds.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license.
• Experience with computer databases, Microsoft Office, and material acquisition
• COVID-19 vaccination and up to date on all boosters.

Responsibilities

• Manage a designated area of campus for all aspects of landscape maintenance.
• Hands-on tasks include planting, pruning, fertilizing, watering, irrigation repair and adjustments, tree care, deer mitigation, and understory management.
• Schedule and implement maintenance tasks to ensure the highest detail standards.
• Responsible for a yearly plant infill budget of $2,000 and help organize and complete larger area projects.
• Diagnose problems regarding pests, disease, nutrition, and weeds; plan and carry out treatments within the organically managed system and Maryland law.
• Supervise, once a week, a seasonal work force of 4-5 people, giving clear instructions and training to perform tasks to the highest standards.
• Mentor Glenstone associates, interns, and RISE students on campus landscape maintenance and sustainable initiatives.
• Initiate, design, and manage the installation of area projects.
• Utilize observations and research to write reports related to sustainable initiatives.
• Responsible for daily maintenance of and around specific outdoor art sculptures.
• Make suggestions for needed tools, equipment, and products to improve maintenance and results.
• Perform monthly metrics reports of respective areas and initiate needed work from these reports.
• Interact with visitors, both on and off property, to convey Glenstone’s mission, including leading guided visitor nature walks and tours.
• Participate in property opening for visitor days and special tours.
• Responsible to be point-of-contact for grounds needs during weekend visitor days.
• Manage a 5S space and be a 5S inspector for additional departments.
• This position is considered an essential associate to assist with snow and ice work or other off-hours emergencies as needed.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Organizational skills

Planning

Cultural competence

Weather resilience

Education

Associate or Bachelor's in Horticulture/Forestry/Botany/Ecology

Tools

Microsoft Office

Computer databases

Job description

Area Horticulturist

Reports To

Deputy Landscape Superintendent

Schedule

Tuesday - Saturday, 6:30 A.M. - 3:00 P.M.

Wage Range

$28.00 - $33.00 per hour

An Introduction to Glenstone Museum

Founded with the mission to seamlessly integrate art, architecture, and nature, Glenstone is a world-class contemporary art museum in Potomac, Maryland. Opened in 2006 and expanded in 2018, the museum welcomes visitors to a unique experience of indoor and outdoor spaces enveloped by 300 acres of organically maintained meadow and woodlands. Admission is always free.

The work culture at Glenstone is dynamic and team oriented. As a mission-driven nonprofit, we are proud to foster a workplace where associates feel valued, respected, and accepted. We leverage our collaborative and enriching culture to provide abundant opportunities for all associates to develop new skills, feel connected to our mission, and actively participate in advancing their careers.

Position Overview

This associate serves as a “proprietor” of a designated area of the campus and duties encompass all aspects of landscape maintenance including annuals, perennials, shrubs, trees, irrigation adjustments, grasses, aquatic plants, weeds, mulching, hardscapes, trash and recycling cleanup etc. All tasks are accomplished according to ANSI and OSHA standards for quality and safety. The associate is responsible for consistently evaluating and maintaining the landscape and the adjacent protected forest conservation areas and takes the lead for planning work within the zone. This position also assists the Grounds Team with other projects as needed. All tasks utilize the best organic practices and protocols, including Sustainable Sites, OMRI, NOFA, and others.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a designated area of campus for all aspects of landscape maintenance.
• Hands-on tasks include planting, pruning, fertilizing, watering, irrigation repair and adjustments, tree care, deer mitigation, and understory management, such as exotic invasive species eradication.
• Schedule and implement maintenance tasks to ensure that the highest detail standards are maintained.
• Responsible for a yearly plant infill budget of $2,000 and help organize and complete larger area projects.
• Diagnose problems regarding pests, disease, nutrition, and weeds; plan and carry out the treatments within the organically managed system and Maryland law.
• Supervise, once a week, a seasonal work force of 4-5 people, giving clear instructions and training to perform tasks to the highest standards.
• Mentor Glenstone associates, interns, and RISE students on campus landscape maintenance and sustainable initiatives.
• Initiate, design, and manage the installation of area projects.
• Utilize observations and research to write reports related to sustainable initiatives.
• Responsible for daily maintenance of and around specific outdoor art sculptures.
• Make suggestions for needed tools, equipment, and products to improve maintenance and results.
• Perform monthly metrics reports of respective areas and initiate needed work from these reports.
• Interact with visitors, both on and off property, to convey Glenstone’s mission, including leading guided visitor nature walks and tours.
• Participate in property opening for visitor days and special tours.
• Responsible to be point-of-contact for grounds needs during weekend visitor days.
• Manage a 5S space and be a 5S inspector for additional departments.
• This position is considered an essential associate to assist with snow and ice work or other off-hours emergencies as needed.
• Perform other duties as required.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of verifiable, professional experience in plant care for a sustainable landscape environment.
• 2 or 4-year degree or equivalent experience in horticulture, forestry, botany, ecology, plant pathology, or related field.
• Knowledge of tools, methods, and materials in an all-organic grounds maintenance program.
• Experience with organic or integrated pest management.
• Ability to work at a fast pace without sacrificing quality.
• Strong cultural competence, interpersonal communication, planning, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work in all types of weather conditions.
• Ability to physically lift 50 pounds.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license.
• Experience with computer databases, Microsoft Office, and material acquisition
• COVID-19 vaccination and up to date on all boosters.

Preferred Qualifications

• State of Maryland licensed pesticide application.
• State of Maryland licensed fertilization applicator.
• Knowledge of regionally specific plants and native communities.

Salary and Benefits

This is a full-time position. Glenstone offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience and provides a total benefits package that helps you manage your health, protect your income, and prepare for the future.

• medical, dental, and vision insurance
• life, long-term disability and AD&D insurance
• a Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• a 401(k)-retirement account with a matching contribution
• an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• tuition reimbursement.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.