Heritage Garden Program Lead

Magnolia Plantation; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Magnolia Plantation & Gardens in Charleston, SC, seeks a Heritage Garden Manager to oversee planning, cultivation, and display of heirloom and craft-based crops within Magnolia's Heritage Garden.

This leadership role partners with the Director of Horticulture to shape long-range programs, supervise staff and volunteers, ensure safety and guest experience, and drive maintenance and interpretation across the garden landscape.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Horticulture with 3–5 years in horticulture or related field.
• Experience in a public garden preferred; knowledge of plant identification and cultivation.
• 2–4 years of supervisory or people management experience; strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, development, maintenance, and continual improvement of Magnolia's Heritage Garden collections and programming.
• Collaborate with the Director of Horticulture to establish long-range program planning for the Heritage Garden.
• Supervise team members, including scheduling, coaching, training, performance management, and professional development.
• Promote activities and manage volunteers in support of Heritage Garden programming, events, and daily operations.
• Ensure compliance with all workplace safety standards and Magnolia Plantation & Gardens policies.

Skills

Horticulture knowledge

Public garden experience

People management

Communication skills

Google Workspace proficient

Plant identification

Maintenance planning

Education

Associates or Bachelors in Horticulture

Tools

Google Workspace

Job description

Magnolia Plantation & Gardens in Charleston, SC, seeks a Heritage Garden Manager to oversee planning, cultivation, and display of heirloom and craft-based crops within Magnolia's Heritage Garden.

This leadership role partners with the Director of Horticulture to shape long-range programs, supervise staff and volunteers, ensure safety and guest experience, and drive maintenance and interpretation across the garden landscape.