Senior Horticulturist: Historic Campus Grounds Lead
Woodberry Forest
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Woodberry Forest School in Madison, VA seeks a Senior Horticulturalist to lead advanced care of ornamental landscapes, trees, and plantings across the 1,200-acre campus. You will monitor plant health, implement irrigation, and mentor grounds staff to uphold historic landscape standards.
The ideal candidate has five+ years of horticulture experience, strong knowledge of plant health care, IPM, irrigation, and soil management, with a commitment to safety and sustainability.
Qualifications
- Minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in horticulture, landscape management, or related fields.
- Strong knowledge of ornamental horticulture, plant identification, pruning, soil management, and irrigation.
- Experience with IPM and safe use of pesticides in large landscapes.
Responsibilities
- Lead advanced maintenance of ornamental landscapes, gardens, and high-visibility campus areas.
- Develop seasonal planting plans and ornamental displays for campus architecture and activities.
- Plan and execute landscape installation, planting, mulching, irrigation, and establishment.
- Monitor plant health and diagnose diseases, pests, and environmental stresses.
- Provide technical guidance and training to grounds staff on horticultural practices.
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Job description
Woodberry Forest School in Madison, VA seeks a Senior Horticulturalist to lead advanced care of ornamental landscapes, trees, and plantings across the 1,200-acre campus. You will monitor plant health, implement irrigation, and mentor grounds staff to uphold historic landscape standards.
The ideal candidate has five+ years of horticulture experience, strong knowledge of plant health care, IPM, irrigation, and soil management, with a commitment to safety and sustainability.
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