Area Horticulturist

Glenstone•Potomac, MD

17h•Onsite

About The Position

The Area Horticulturist serves as the proprietor of a designated area of Glenstone Museum’s campus, managing and maintaining its landscape and adjacent protected forest conservation areas. The role covers annuals, perennials, shrubs, trees, irrigation, grasses, aquatic plants, weeds, mulching, hardscapes, and trash and recycling cleanup. The associate evaluates the area, plans and schedules work, and ensures that tasks meet high standards of detail and comply with ANSI and OSHA quality and safety standards. Work follows organic practices and protocols, including Sustainable Sites, OMRI, and NOFA. The position also leads area projects, oversees a seasonal workforce once a week, mentors associates and learners, reports on sustainable initiatives and area metrics, and maintains outdoor sculptures and designated 5S spaces. The Area Horticulturist interacts with visitors and may lead nature walks and tours. This is an essential role for snow and ice work and other off-hours emergencies as needed. The position reports to the Deputy Landscape Superintendent and is scheduled Sunday through Thursday, 6:30 A.M. to 3:00 P.M. The wage range is $28.00–$33.00 per hour.

Requirements

At least five years of verifiable professional plant-care experience in a sustainable landscape environment.
A 2- or 4-year degree, or equivalent experience, in horticulture, forestry, botany, ecology, plant pathology, or a related field.
Knowledge of tools, methods, and materials used in an all-organic grounds maintenance program.
Experience with organic or integrated pest management.
Ability to work at a fast pace without sacrificing quality.
Strong cultural competence, interpersonal communication, planning, and organizational skills.
Ability to work in all types of weather conditions.
Ability to physically lift 50 pounds.
Valid driver’s license.
Experience with computer databases, Microsoft Office, and material acquisition.
COVID-19 vaccination and up to date on all boosters.

Nice To Haves

State of Maryland pesticide application license.
State of Maryland fertilization applicator license.
Knowledge of regionally specific plants and native communities.

Responsibilities

Manage all aspects of landscape maintenance in a designated campus area, including planting, pruning, fertilizing, watering, irrigation repair and adjustments, tree care, deer mitigation, and understory management such as eradicating exotic invasive species.
Schedule and implement maintenance tasks to maintain high standards of detail.
Manage a yearly plant infill budget of $2,000 and help organize and complete larger area projects.
Diagnose pest, disease, nutrition, and weed problems, and plan and carry out treatments within the organically managed system and in accordance with Maryland law.
Supervise a seasonal workforce of 4–5 people once a week, providing clear instructions and training.
Mentor Glenstone associates, interns, and RISE students in campus landscape maintenance and sustainable initiatives.
Initiate, design, and manage installation of area projects.
Use observations and research to write reports related to sustainable initiatives.
Perform daily maintenance of and around specific outdoor art sculptures.
Suggest tools, equipment, and products that could improve maintenance and results.
Prepare monthly metrics reports for the assigned area and initiate work based on those reports.
Interact with visitors on and off the property to convey Glenstone’s mission, including leading guided nature walks and tours.
Participate in property opening for visitor days and special tours.
Serve as the point of contact for grounds needs during weekend visitor days.
Manage a 5S space and serve as a 5S inspector for additional departments.
Assist with snow and ice work or other off-hours emergencies as an essential associate.
Perform other duties as required.