Nursery Manager

Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens; Fort Bragg (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens seeks a highly organized horticulturist to oversee our retail and production nursery. The Nursery Manager will plan and execute propagation and sales, ensuring efficient production and quality stock.

The role requires strong knowledge of plant propagation, pest control, and the ability to delegate tasks within a small team. This nonprofit garden emphasizes education, outreach, and community programs.

Qualifications

• Experience in plant propagation and nursery management.
• Strong pest control knowledge and cultural practices for nursery stock.
• Excellent organizational and delegation skills for coordinating propagation and sales.

Responsibilities

• Plan and oversee propagation and sales for the retail nursery.
• Produce 40% of retail plants in-house and coordinate remaining 60% from regional distributors.

Skills

Plant propagation

Pest control

Organizational skills

Nursery operations

Job description

The Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens (MCBG) is seeking a highly organized horticulturist to oversee our retail and production nursery. MCBG is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that operates a nationally recognized public garden known for its beauty, significant plant collections, coastal bluffs, and beloved events. The Gardens has grown into a leading attraction on the Mendocino Coast through the collaborative effort of our passionate and dedicated staff, volunteers, and board. Our small staff relies heavily on teamwork to ensure that the Gardens, our events, and our programs continue to excite, inspire, and educate the public for years to come. MCBG is an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and guests.

The Nursery Manager position is responsible for the successful planning and execution of all plant propagation and sales for the retail nursery. This role requires exceptional organizational skills, advanced knowledge of plant propagation, pest control, and the tools of the trade, as well as the ability to delegate tasks, problem-solve, and anticipate needs. The Nursery generates approximately $200,000 gross profit before operating expenses. This position is responsible for producing 40% of retail plants in-house and ordering the remaining 60% from regional distributors. The retail nursery is an important entity of the Gardens, where we can reach the public with information and materials that help us carry out our mission beyond our property's borders.