Assistant Gardener

Brooklyn Botanic Garden Corporation; New York (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental/Vision/Prescription benefits

Pre-Tax Benefits (FSAs)

CIRS Pension/401K/Life Insurance

Life Insurance & Long-Term Disability

Generous Paid Time Off

PSLF Eligible Employer

Museum Pass

Free Garden admission for employee +1

Employee discount

Job summary

Brooklyn Botanic Garden seeks two Assistant Gardeners to support the Horticulture department in Brooklyn, NY. Under supervision, you will assist Gardeners with planting, care of perennials, trees, shrubs and turf, and help maintain greenhouses and nurseries.

Responsibilities include soil prep, weeding, mulching, mowing, equipment maintenance, recordkeeping, and basic reporting. Occasional lead of seasonal staff and volunteers may occur. Union position with full-time hours.

Qualifications

• At least 15 of 30 credits must be in horticulture, agriculture, or a related field, from an accredited college or community college; or a certificate from a recognized horticultural or botanical program.
• One year of full-time gardening experience in planting, cultivating and caring for trees, plants, shrubs, and lawns.
• Motor vehicle driver's license valid in New York.
• Ability to obtain pesticide apprentice certification.
• Ability to work outside in all weather.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planting and caring for perennials, annuals, trees, shrubs, and turf.
• Assist in maintenance and operations of greenhouses and nurseries.
• Prepare soil and seed beds, weed, mulch, and mow lawns; repair damaged planted areas, fertilize and water plants.
• Operate hand- and power-gardening tools and equipment; report repairs needed to supervisor.
• Perform simple recordkeeping and write basic reports.
• Drive vehicles and operate other motorized equipment as needed.
• Help with cleaning grounds and fixtures; support seasonal staff and volunteers.
• Perform other related duties or special projects as directed.

Skills

Gardening experience

Driver's license

Pesticide apprentice certification

Weather resilience

Lift 50 pounds

Education

30 credits in horticulture or related field OR horticulture certificate

Job description

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.

Assistant Gardener

HT-Horticulture Full Time Professional Brooklyn, NY, US

Position Title: Assistant Gardener

Department: Horticulture

Reports to: Manager of Horticulture and Foreperson of Grounds

FLSA Status: Full-time, Non-exempt

Grade: Union

Available Positions: 2

Position Description:

Brooklyn Botanic Garden (BBG) seeks two assistant gardeners to join its Horticulture department.Under supervision, the assistant gardener supports Gardeners in and performs tasks and related garden and grounds work. This position reports to the Manager of Horticulture.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in and perform tasks such planting and caring for perennials, annuals, trees shrubs, and turf
• Assist in performing tasks involving maintenance and operations of greenhouses and nurseries.
• Assist in preparation of soil and seed beds, weeding, mulching, and mowing lawns; assist in repairing damaged planted areas, fertilizing and watering plants
• Assist in and perform tasks involved in operation and care of hand- and power-gardening tools and equipment. Make necessary operating adjustments to same; report needs for repairs and replacements to supervisor.
• Perform simple recordkeeping and prepare simple written reports.
• Drive vehicles and operate any other motorized equipment incidental to the performance of duties.
• As directed, performs various tasks in connection with cleaning of grounds and fixtures equipment.
• May occasionally lead seasonal employees, and volunteers
• Perform other related duties or special projects as directed.

Qualifications:

• Thirty credits, at least 15 of which must be in horticulture, agriculture, or a related field, from an accredited college or community college; or a certificate from a recognized horticultural or botanical program
• One year of full-time experience in gardening work, including experience in each of the following: planting, cultivating and caring for trees, plants, shrubs, and lawns; OR
• Education and/or experience equivalent to above
• Possession of a motor vehicle driver’s license valid in the state of New York
• Ability to obtain and maintain pesticide apprentice certification
• Ability to work outside in all types of weather
• Ability to lift 50 pounds

Compensation and Benefits

• Salary Range – $50,448 - $58,015 Brooklyn Botanic Garden considers several factors when determining the appropriate salary to offer a candidate within the listed salary range. These factors include (but are not limited to), the scope and responsibilities of the position, a candidate’s relevant work experience and education/training, prior union/ DC37 experience (for union positions), job skills, equity across the institution, as well as market and organizational considerations.
• BBG offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
  • Health Insurance that begins the date of hire; employees are offered coverage through the City of New York’s Office of Labor Relations and can choose from a variety of plans, some at no cost to the employee.
  • Dental/Vision/Prescription Benefits
  • Pre-Tax Benefits including flexible spending, dependent care, transit/parking accounts
  • CIRS Pension/401K/Life Insurance: BBG is a member of the Cultural Institutions Retirement System (CIRS) and offers a pension and 401K plan for eligible employees. Life insurance is provided through CIRS as well.
  • Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Generous Paid Time Off including sick time, vacation time, and 13 annual holidays
• As a 501(c)3, BBG is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible Employer.
• Museum Pass, which provides employees the opportunity to enter many museums in New York City for free
• Free Garden admission for employee plus one guest
• Employee discount at BBG's retail and food venues

Applicants with disabilities who need assistance with the online system, or who may require a reasonable accommodation during the application process, should contact Human Resources at [e-mail] .

Brooklyn Botanic Garden is an Equal Opportunity Employer.