Conservatory Gardener & Exhibit Technician (Part-Time)

Huntington Public Library; San Marino (CA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Museum/store discounts

Free admissions

Job summary

The Huntington Public Library is seeking a Conservatory Gardener and Exhibit Technician to cultivate plants in the Conservatory and Tropical Collections, supporting interpretive exhibits, programs, and classes.

Reporting to the Associate Director of Botanical Collections, Conservation and Research, you will work with gardeners, nursery staff, and volunteers to maintain facilities, exhibits, and programs while engaging with diverse visitors and staff.

Qualifications

• Some coursework in horticulture and greenhouse practices required.
• Ability to work safely with equipment and chemicals required.
• Ability to communicate effectively with staff, volunteers, and visitors.
• Ability to perform physical duties including lifting, digging, carrying, etc.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage a schedule.

Responsibilities

• Cultivates, propagates, waters, and fertilizes plants.
• Supports and troubleshoots exhibits in public conservatory spaces.
• Organizes supplies (potting mix, pots, tools, labels).
• Calculates fertilizer formulas and measures.
• Maintains Conservatory and greenhouses in an orderly manner.
• Monitors greenhouse climate conditions and plant health.

Skills

Horticulture knowledge

Communication

Safety with equipment

Physical stamina

Task planning

Teamwork

Education

Two-year horticulture college program preferred

Job description

The Huntington Public Library is seeking a Conservatory Gardener and Exhibit Technician to cultivate plants in the Conservatory and Tropical Collections, supporting interpretive exhibits, programs, and classes.

Reporting to the Associate Director of Botanical Collections, Conservation and Research, you will work with gardeners, nursery staff, and volunteers to maintain facilities, exhibits, and programs while engaging with diverse visitors and staff.