Landscape & Horticulture Lead — Guest Experience

Give Kids The World Village; Kissimmee (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Give Kids The World Village seeks an experienced Landscape Horticulture Assistant Manager to oversee all landscape health, irrigation, and seasonal color across the property. The role focuses on safety, accessibility, and creating a welcoming environment for families and guests.

You will collaborate with Engineering, Facilities, Special Events, Volunteer Services, nurseries, and landscape partners to support projects, secure donated plants, and manage specialized horticultural services.

Qualifications

• Strong working knowledge of Central Florida plant material and seasonal landscape needs.
• Ability to identify plant health concerns, irrigation issues, safety concerns, and landscape deficiencies.
• Willingness to obtain Florida Pesticide Applicator License within six months if not licensed.
• Experience coordinating donated materials, sponsorship support, or community partners for landscape projects.

Responsibilities

• Oversee health, appearance, and seasonal color of all landscape beds, turf, trees, palms, and containers.
• Diagnose plant health issues and implement corrective treatments.
• Lead and coordinate volunteer landscape projects and partnerships.
• Prepare and manage the annual landscape budget and contracts.
• Ensure safety, accessibility, and compliance with labels and regulations.

Skills

Florida plant material knowledge

Irrigation troubleshooting

Leadership of landscape teams

Volunteer coordination

Safety compliance

English communication

Education

High School Diploma

Horticulture/Landscape degree (preferred)

Tools

Irrigation controllers & valves

Landscape equipment operation

Job description

Give Kids The World Village seeks an experienced Landscape Horticulture Assistant Manager to oversee all landscape health, irrigation, and seasonal color across the property. The role focuses on safety, accessibility, and creating a welcoming environment for families and guests.

You will collaborate with Engineering, Facilities, Special Events, Volunteer Services, nurseries, and landscape partners to support projects, secure donated plants, and manage specialized horticultural services.