Horticulture Supervisor Downtown

Audubon Nature Institute•New Orleans, LA

10d•Onsite

About The Position

As the park Landscape Supervisor, you'll play a critical role in maintaining the beauty, safety, and functionality of the public parks managed by Audubon Nature Institute along the downtown riverfront. This hands-on leadership role is responsible for overseeing landscaped areas, formal gardens, pollinator habitats and park trees. Youll manage a team of staff, coordinate with internal departments and external vendors, and ensure all park guests have a clean, safe, and enjoyable experience.

Requirements

2+ years experience in operations, grounds, horticulture, or related field
Demonstrated success managing teams
Ability to identify common pests and weeds.
High School Diploma or equivalent
Strong verbal and interpersonal skills
Ability to operate vehicles (golf carts and gas-powered utility vehicles)
Ability to operate and maintain equipment such as hedgers, weed eaters, and blowers.
Ability to work outdoors in varied weather conditions
Comfort engaging with a diverse audience
Affinity for nature and the outdoors
Computer literacy including basic knowledge in Microsoft Office suite
Valid drivers license

Nice To Haves

Louisiana Horticultural License
Louisiana Arborist License
Bachelors degree
Experience with heavy equipment
First aid/CPR training

Responsibilities

Supervise department team members, including hiring, daily supervision, performance evaluations, training, development, and discipline.
Ensure appropriate staffing coverage and task prioritization aligned with standard operating procedures.
Monitor departmental inventory and submit timely requests for ordering.
Monitor equipment for safe and proper use, and report repair and servicing needs.
Enforce proper use of tools, PPE, equipment, and chemicals; provide necessary training.
Support event operations including setup, breakdown, and recovery.
Maintain a positive attitude and a strong sense of accountability, fostering a collaborative team environment where everyone feels empowered to contribute.
Thrive in a team environment, using your organizational and technical skills to ensure the smooth execution of creative projects that resonate with our audience.
Celebrate the successes of your team and bring enthusiasm to your work, reflecting the joyful culture that is at the heart of Audubons mission.
Stay adaptable and open to learning new skills, embracing change and innovation as opportunities to lead and grow.