Desert Garden Horticulturist & Trail Display Lead

Desert Botanical Garden, Inc.; Arizona; On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Desert Botanical Garden, Inc. in Phoenix, Arizona is seeking a Trail Horticulture Assistant to support the health and growth of desert plants used in exhibits, trails, and displays. You will work under the supervision of a horticulturist to maintain beds and assist with seasonal projects.

This role requires physical stamina for outdoor work, weekend/evening availability, and the ability to supervise volunteers and coordinate with staff on plant care, irrigation, and display upkeep.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in horticulture, botany, life sciences, or equivalent.
• Ability to work independently with direction from supervising horticulturist.
• Exceptional time management, communication, and organizational skills.
• The ability to solve problems using discretion and good judgment, high levels of personal motivation.
• Ability to work weekends and evenings when needed.
• Valid Arizona driver's license for cart training and use.
• Public Garden experience a plus

Responsibilities

• Support the health, care, and growth of plants in Garden displays and trails.
• Perform horticulture tasks including watering, bed detailing, irrigation maintenance, and pruning.
• Support care and health of accessioned plants with documentation and evaluation.
• Assist with plant sales, exhibit installations, and collecting trips.
• Supervise, manage, and communicate with volunteers on the Trail team.
• Participate in meetings and assist with reports and professional development.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Time management

Communication

Independent work

Problem solving

Weekend hours

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree in horticulture, botany, life sciences

Tools

Loppers

Pruners

Shovels

Power tools

Job description

Desert Botanical Garden, Inc. in Phoenix, Arizona is seeking a Trail Horticulture Assistant to support the health and growth of desert plants used in exhibits, trails, and displays. You will work under the supervision of a horticulturist to maintain beds and assist with seasonal projects.

This role requires physical stamina for outdoor work, weekend/evening availability, and the ability to supervise volunteers and coordinate with staff on plant care, irrigation, and display upkeep.