Horticulture Apprenticeship Program Manager

Louisville Grows; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Louisville Grows in Louisville, KY, seeks an experienced Horticulture Apprenticeship Program Manager to lead planning, execution, and maintenance of community grounds for its horticulture workforce development program.

You will mentor a workforce crew, supervise curriculum reviews, provide ongoing training, and foster a culture of hands-on learning while ensuring safe, beautiful, regenerative outdoor spaces year-round.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day landscaping operations in community projects.
• Develop and maintain a grounds maintenance schedule.
• Oversee pest control and weed management.
• Monitor plant health and recommend treatments or replacements.
• Teach and supervise workforce crew members in the apprenticeship program.
• Conduct curriculum reviews and provide ongoing training.
• Foster a culture of hands-on learning.

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...