Urban Park Horticulture & Turfcare Associate

Madison Square Park Conservancy, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 33,062 - 37,195; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Employee Health Plan

Paid Employee Dental & Vision Plan

401(k) Plan after one year

Professional membership opportunities

Job summary

Madison Square Park Conservancy, Inc. is looking for a Horticulture and Turfcare Associate to oversee the care of urban green spaces. Responsibilities include installation of plantings, maintenance of garden beds, and a variety of administrative tasks related to horticulture.

The ideal candidate should have experience in horticulture and turf care, be able to lift 50 lbs, and work well in various weather conditions. The role offers a salary range of $24.00 to $27.00 per hour, along with comprehensive health benefits.

Qualifications

• Relevant field experience in horticulture or turf grass care.
• Ability to work in various weather conditions and perform physically strenuous tasks.
• Must be detail-oriented, adaptable, and capable of multi-tasking.

Responsibilities

• Install and maintain plantings and garden beds.
• Maintain detailed records of plantings and maintenance activities.
• Collaborate with volunteers and partner groups for special projects.

Skills

Horticulture and turf grass care experience

Knowledge of public horticulture

Physical capacity to lift up to 50 lbs

Technological proficiency (Google Suite, Slack, Zoom)

Attention to detail

Job description

Madison Square Park Conservancy, Inc. is looking for a Horticulture and Turfcare Associate to oversee the care of urban green spaces. Responsibilities include installation of plantings, maintenance of garden beds, and a variety of administrative tasks related to horticulture.

The ideal candidate should have experience in horticulture and turf care, be able to lift 50 lbs, and work well in various weather conditions. The role offers a salary range of $24.00 to $27.00 per hour, along with comprehensive health benefits.