Horticulture Apprenticeship Program Manager

Conservation Maven; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Conservation Maven in Louisville, KY seeks an experienced Horticulture Apprenticeship Program Manager to oversee the planning, execution, and maintenance of community grounds for our workforce development program. The role combines hands-on landscape leadership with instruction, curriculum review, and ongoing staff training to sustain beautiful, safe outdoor spaces and a strong apprenticeship experience.

You will coordinate day-to-day operations, supervise crew members, and ensure high-quality

Qualifications

• Manage day-to-day landscaping operations, including trimming, planting, irrigation, fertilization, and seasonal cleanup.
• Develop and maintain a grounds maintenance schedule to ensure consistent, high-quality results year-round.
• Oversee pest control and weed management.
• Monitor plant health and recommend treatments or replacements as needed.
• Teach and supervise workforce crew members as part of the horticulture apprenticeship program.
• Conduct curriculum reviews and provide ongoing training.
• Foster a culture...

Job description

We are seeking an experienced, motivated Horticulture Apprenticeship Program Manager to oversee the planning, execution, and maintenance of community grounds and landscaping for our horticulture workforce development program. The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader and teacher who takes pride in creating and sustaining beautiful, safe, and well-maintained regenerative outdoor environments.

Key Responsibilities

Operations & Maintenance

• Manage day-to-day landscaping operations, including trimming, planting, irrigation, fertilization, and seasonal cleanup
• Develop and maintain a grounds maintenance schedule to ensure consistent, high-quality results year-round
• Oversee pest control and weed management
• Monitor plant health and recommend treatments or replacements as needed

Team Leadership & Instruction

• Teach and supervise workforce crew members as part of the horticulture apprenticeship program
• Conduct curriculum reviews and provide ongoing training
• Foster a culture...