Horticulture & Exhibits Specialist

South Coast Botanic Garden Foundation; Palos Verdes Peninsula (CA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan participation

Job summary

South Coast Botanic Garden Foundation seeks a Specialist, Horticulture to maintain permanent collections and seasonal spaces while engaging visitors about the displays. The role is fast-paced and outdoors, with early mornings and occasional weekends or holidays.

Pay is $21–$23 per hour. Requires a high school diploma or GED, a California driver license, and 1–3 years in public gardens or horticulture; benefits include health insurance, PTO and retirement plan participation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid California Class C driver license required.
• 1–3 years experience in public gardens or horticulture preferred.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and care for plant exhibits and permanent collections.
• Engage visitors and answer questions about displays.
• Assist with inventory, tools, and supplies for exhibits.
• Follow safety guidelines and work outdoors in varying weather.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Nature enthusiasm

Education

High school diploma or GED

California Driver License

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Job description

South Coast Botanic Garden Foundation seeks a Specialist, Horticulture to maintain permanent collections and seasonal spaces while engaging visitors about the displays. The role is fast-paced and outdoors, with early mornings and occasional weekends or holidays.

Pay is $21–$23 per hour. Requires a high school diploma or GED, a California driver license, and 1–3 years in public gardens or horticulture; benefits include health insurance, PTO and retirement plan participation.