Wildlife Grounds & Habitat Specialist — 13-Acre Campus

San Diego Humane Society; Ramona (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

403(b) retirement plan

Pet adoptions and vaccines

Job summary

San Diego Humane Society is hiring a full-time Wildlife Grounds Specialist for the Ramona campus in Ramona, CA. The role focuses on maintaining native plant areas, gardens, irrigation, and habitat support to aid project wildlife.

You will work 40 hours per week, performing routine groundskeeping, plant care, and collaborative habitat planning with the wildlife team to support animal welfare and campus appearance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 1 year in horticulture, landscaping, groundskeeping, or related field.
• Experience with power tools and saws preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain plants, gardens, and grounds across the Ramona campus.
• Complete groundskeeping and manage irrigation for sustainable watering.
• Operate landscaping tools and basic carpentry to support habitats.
• Collaborate with wildlife staff to select plants and optimize habitat.

Skills

Groundskeeping

Irrigation

Plant care

Landscaping

Use of power tools

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Irrigation equipment

Power tools

Saws

Job description

San Diego Humane Society is hiring a full-time Wildlife Grounds Specialist for the Ramona campus in Ramona, CA. The role focuses on maintaining native plant areas, gardens, irrigation, and habitat support to aid project wildlife.

You will work 40 hours per week, performing routine groundskeeping, plant care, and collaborative habitat planning with the wildlife team to support animal welfare and campus appearance.