Assistant Gardener

City of Streamboat Strings•Steamboat Springs, CO

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Steamboat Springs Yampa River Botanic Park Division in the Parks & Recreation Department is pleased to announce we are hiring an Assistant Gardener. Put your talents and skills to work to contribute to our vibrant community! We offer excellent benefits and competitive pay, but being a part of our amazing team of people is even better. The City of Steamboat Springs is hiring an Assistant Gardener to join their team! Pay Range: $15.16 - $18.43 Do you want to work in a beautiful environment outdoors in the fresh air? Then stop and smell the roses and join the team at the Yampa River Botanic Park, where a unique collection of plants that are native to Colorado and similar environments worldwide are showcased providing education, inspiration, and serenity. We are a small, friendly team that works to beautify the only botanical garden in Northwest Colorado welcoming thousands of visitors throughout the summer. A place of community, this riverside botanical garden is a very rewarding place to work where visitors will stop and thank you for the work you do. All of this combined with our flexible schedule makes it one of the best places to work in Steamboat. The Assistant Gardener performs the tasks and responsibilities to support the horticulture staff in a public garden. The position runs from approximately late May through early September is part-time at two hours per week. The City of Steamboat Springs is an equal opportunity employer. If you like serving in a role that will directly and positively impact our great community, you'll enjoy your career with us! Offers will be negotiated based on each candidate's qualifications. As a municipal government organization in a picturesque and vibrant mountain town, we strive to be an innovative and inclusive organization strategically providing outstanding municipal services. We proudly serve our community with excellence and distinction, and as ambassadors to our beloved city, we champion and live our values of Service, Teamwork, Integrity, Well-being, Respect and Compassion every day while espousing safety at all times. Our dedicated employees are passionate about working hard to provide a great community environment and experiences for both locals and those that visit from all over the world.

Requirements

Two (2) years of experience relating to landscaping, gardening, nursery management, or similar.
Willingness to learn and differentiate between various plants and weeds.
Some knowledge of equipment, materials and supplies used in garden and grounds maintenance.
Ability to understand oral instructions.