Garden Specialist

NOVA Parks; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

NOVA Parks in Alexandria, VA is seeking a Garden Specialist to assist with the maintenance of planted areas and lawns. You will perform landscaping tasks to keep gardens attractive and healthy, including weeding, mulching, edging, and watering, and you may assist with volunteer coordination during events.

The role requires knowledge of native and ornamental plants and the ability to work in varied weather conditions, with physical stamina and good communication skills for interacting with the

Qualifications

• Knowledge of native and ornamental plant materials and gardening.
• Knowledge of historic landscapes (18th century – early 19th century).
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with the public and staff members.
• Strength and dexterity to perform all required tasks, including lifting, stooping, bending, and working in tiring and uncomfortable positions.
• Ability to perform heavy manual labor in a variety of weather conditions.
• Availability to work additional hours during peak operating times.
• Required to purchase and wear standard uniform.

Responsibilities

• Perform various landscape maintenance including weeding, mulching, edging, raking, and watering planted areas as needed.
• Plant trees, shrubs, and flowers in designated areas.
• Suggest landscape plan for planted areas.
• Prune trees and shrubs as needed.
• Maintain cleanliness of walks by sweeping.
• Assist with coordination of volunteers.

Skills

Plant materials knowledge

Gardening operations

Public communication

Physical stamina

Job description

The Garden Specialist is responsible for assisting with the maintenance of planted areas and lawns.

Pay Rate: $16.00 per hour

Major Duties/Specific Tasks

• Perform various landscape maintenance including weeding, mulching, edging, raking, and watering planted areas as needed.


• Plant trees, shrubs, and flowers in designated areas.


• Suggest landscape plan for planted areas.


• Prune trees and shrubs as needed.


• Maintain cleanliness of walks by sweeping.


• Assist with coordination of volunteers.

Minimum Qualifications

• Knowledge of native and ornamental plant materials and gardening.


• Knowledge of historic landscapes (18th century – early 19th century).


• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with the public and staff members.


• Strength and dexterity necessary to perform all required tasks, including lifting, stooping, bending, and working in tiring and uncomfortable positions.


• Ability to perform heavy manual labor in a variety of weather conditions.


• Availability to work additional hours during peak operating times.


• Required to purchase and wear standard uniform.