Horticulturist
About The Position
The Horticulturist is responsible for a full range of horticultural tasks at the Getty Center and Getty Villa. The role maintains horticulture management guidelines for Getty landscapes and applies fine horticultural techniques to enhance landscape aesthetics. The Horticulturist engages with colleagues throughout the organization and provides expert guidance on maintaining and managing Getty landscapes and gardens. Under moderate supervision, the role develops and maintains Robert Irwin’s Central Garden and other Getty gardens and landscapes. It applies advanced horticultural and design knowledge, supports research and conservation assessments, manages plant-material information, and leads complex garden and landscape projects. The position may also provide technical direction and subject-matter expertise.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science in Horticulture or a related field, or a combination of education and relevant experience.
- At least 4 years of experience.
- Demonstrated experience in horticultural design.
- Strong knowledge of and prior work experience caring for and presenting a diverse collection of plant materials.
- Strong interpersonal communication skills.
- Ability to solve a wide range of complex horticultural and landscape issues.
- Willingness to travel.
- Demonstrated ability to build relationships, collaborate, and direct tasks with cross-disciplinary teams.
- Ability to work outdoors in inclement weather, including cold, rain, and heat.
- Ability to communicate and distill information for specialized audiences and the general public.
- Ability to adapt written material for varied audiences, online or in print.
- Ability to research and write on relevant topics.
Nice To Haves
- Some proficiency in Spanish.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain Robert Irwin’s Central Garden and other Getty gardens and landscapes under moderate supervision.
- Act as an expert in acquiring, maintaining, and managing landscaping materials in collaboration with colleagues.
- Continually augment knowledge about the Getty’s gardens and work with colleagues to broaden expertise.
- Apply advanced horticultural and design knowledge to the Getty’s gardens and landscapes.
- Develop partnerships with suppliers and peer institutions.
- Assist with assessing conservation needs.
- Lead data collection and maintain a plant-material database, including maps, plant locations, and care requirements.
- Maintain horticulture management guidelines for Robert Irwin Central Garden, Villa Herb Garden, Olin landscapes, outdoor sculpture gardens, and other gardens, landscapes, and natural areas at Getty locations.
- Conduct and collaborate on research to identify plants suited to the Central Garden’s design context, and present ideas and recommendations to the Steering Committee.
- Work with Grounds Department staff at all levels to maintain gardens and landscapes.
- Serve as lead project manager for a wide range of complex projects, including Getty gardens and landscapes.
- May provide technical direction and subject-matter expertise.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage starting on the date of hire; Getty pays 75%–95% of the premium depending on the selected plan.
- 403(b) Employee Investment retirement plan with up to a 5% Getty match.
- Getty contribution of 6% on behalf of the employee to a 401(a) retirement account.
- Educational assistance and professional development.
- Paid vacation, sick, and personal days.
- 12 paid holidays.
- Many positions have bi-weekly Off-Fridays.
- On-site fitness center at Getty Center.
- Community service opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
