Green House Manager

Santa Clara Pueblo Administrative; Espanola (NM); Sur place; USD 40 000 - 60 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The Santa Clara Pueblo Administrative is seeking a Green House Manager to oversee daily greenhouse operations in Espanola, New Mexico. The role involves monitoring plant health, managing greenhouse climate systems, and supervising staff while engaging with the community.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in horticulture or agriculture and at least three years of relevant experience. Strong leadership, communication, and customer service skills are essential for this position.

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience as greenhouse or nursery manager.
• Knowledge of plant care and greenhouse management.
• Ability to supervise staff and manage multiple tasks.

Responsabilités

• Monitor and maintain plant health.
• Manage greenhouse climate systems for plant growth.
• Supervise greenhouse staff and operations.

Connaissances

Knowledge of plant nutrition

Pest management

Excellent verbal communication

Leadership skills

Customer service skills

Planning and scheduling

Hydroponics

Formation

Bachelor's degree in horticulture or agriculture

Outils

Microsoft Office Suite

Greenhouse technology

Description du poste

Position Summary

Santa Clara Pueblos Green House Manager will oversee the daily operations of the greenhouse. They may work with the public or in business-to-business arrangements and must be knowledgeable about stages of plant life and diseases. The Green House Manager will plan, organize, direct, control, and coordinate activities of workers engaged in cultivation, propagation, and harvesting of seeds. The Green House Manager will exhibit mastery of plant care, familiarity with greenhouse technology and equipment, as well as business and management competencies, which are paramount for ensuring both plant vitality and operational efficiency.

This job description is illustrative only of the responsibilities performed by this position and is not all inclusive of the job responsibilities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Monitoring plant health to distinguish what is favorable/unfavorable to plant growth.
• Oversee inventory and management of plants.
• Maintain cultivation records.
• Assist in plant records collection, including inventory, labeling, and data entry.
• Supervise greenhouse staff if applicable.
• Operate greenhouse technology and equipment to ensure plant growth.
• Assist with cultivation and propagation.
• Manage greenhouse climate systems to create favorable growing conditions.
• Be knowledgeable in pest and disease management.
• Maintain cleanliness of greenhouse.
• Provide opportunities for tours of the facility and maintain vendor relationships (ordering, stocking, managing supplies).
• Involved with community engagement including youth activities.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Demonstrated knowledge of plant nutrition, soil science, and pest management.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Skill in planning, scheduling, directing, and reviewing projects to obtain effective and positive outcomes.
• Ability to act independently and conscientiously using sound judgment.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Knowledge of research methods, techniques, and procedures.
• Skill in understanding and applying complex policies, procedures, rules, regulations, and guidelines.
• Experience in greenhouse management.
• Must possess great customer service skills.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
• Plant care monitoring.
• Support Santa Clara Pueblo's cultural practices and beliefs.
• Upkeep general maintenance of greenhouse.
• Ability to supervise plant growth, greenhouse maintenance, and landscaping.
• Skilled in hydroponics, greenhouse production, and disease control.
• Proficiency in Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.).
• Knowledgeable in pest and disease management.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in horticulture, agriculture, or related field.
• At least 3 years of experience working as a greenhouse manager, nursery manager, or similar role.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. If an item is above 80 pounds, lifting shall be done by two or more staff members. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus. This position is routinely exposed to VDT and extensive personal computer and phone usage. Travel may be required. May be required to work occasional nights and/or weekends. The employee must be physically capable and willing to endure extended periods of work under a wide variety of environmental conditions. Approximately 60% of this work is performed in the field. The incumbent must be in good physical condition and be able to traverse to perform and coordinate seed collection, planting of both forestry and agriculture products.

Operating Values

• Respect – Treats everyone with courtesy, politeness, and dignity. Listens to and communicates with teammates, employees, and community members in ways that build mutual respect and positive working relationships.
• Citizenship – Follows proper procedures and keeps appropriate records. Ensures compliance with regulatory and legal requirements.
• Caring – Cares about and demonstrates concern for employees and community members. Builds mutually beneficial relationships with employees, vendors, and community members.
• Trustworthiness – Takes actions that build confidence in Department and Pueblo of Santa Clara. Demonstrates honesty and high standards of integrity in all interactions. Gains trust and confidence in relationships with teammates and employees at all levels.
• Fairness – Listens to the concerns of employees and community members. Takes specific actions to ensure the success of employees. Makes decisions after careful and appropriate consideration.
• Responsibility – Takes accountability for the services provided, pursuing excellence in everything. Finishes rather than surrenders to obstacles or excuses. Continually looks for ways to improve work. Fulfills obligations and helps to fulfill the obligations of the Department.

Disclaimer

Working Conditions for individual positions in this classification will vary based on each department's utilization, essential functions, and the recruitment needs at the time a vacancy is posted. Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodation will be provided to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

Employment Requirements

• Successful completion of thorough background investigation and MVD check.
• Employees must comply with tribal safety guidelines, policies, and procedures.
• Successful completion of the mandatory National Incident Management Training (NIMS) within the first 90 days of employment.
• Must pass a drug/alcohol test.
• Must have a valid New Mexico driver's license and be insurable through the tribe's carrier and not have any DUI/DWI convictions within the last five (5) years from any tribal, state, or federal court.
• Must take and pass a current driving course from General Services Administration.