Landscape & Grounds Supervisor

Nemacolin Career•Farmington, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Landscape & Grounds Supervisor leads horticultural operations across Nemacolin’s indoor and outdoor environments, helping create and care for distinctive landscapes, gardens, and seasonal displays that enhance the guest experience and reflect the beauty of the Laurel Highlands. Working alongside the superintendent of grounds, this role oversees plant health and garden stewardship, develops associates, and contributes to long-term landscape initiatives at the resort. The position combines hands-on horticultural work with team leadership, planning, budgeting, project management, and operational oversight. Responsibilities include maintaining plant collections and horticultural standards; supporting master planning, landscape enhancements, and new guest-facing experiences; and managing departmental resources, equipment, inventories, documentation, and safety practices. The supervisor also helps associates share knowledge of the resort’s horticultural features and deliver service consistent with Forbes standards and Nemacolin’s hospitality culture. This is a highly visible, physically active role in an outdoor environment. Work involves adapting to changing weather, seasonal demands, and operational priorities, with interaction among associates, resort leadership, guests, members, vendors, and resort partners. The role may involve greenhouse operations, propagation, landscape installation, equipment operation, and budget administration. A Pennsylvania Category 6 pesticide license must be obtained and maintained within 90 days of employment.

Requirements

Certification, degree, or equivalent professional training in horticulture, botany, natural sciences, landscape management, or a related field.
At least two years of leadership experience, with demonstrated success organizing, prioritizing, scheduling, and directing the work of others.
Experience developing and implementing short- and long-range horticultural plans, projects, or operational initiatives.
Valid driver’s license.
Ability to obtain and maintain a Pennsylvania Category 6 pesticide license within 90 days of employment.
Ability to communicate effectively in English.
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and seasonal operational demands.
Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds and work outdoors in varying weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, and snow.
Strong organizational and planning skills to balance daily operations, seasonal priorities, long-term projects, and changing environmental conditions.
Sound judgment and problem-solving abilities for plant health, operational challenges, staffing needs, and resource allocation.
Professional communication skills and confidence interacting with guests, associates, vendors, and leadership.
Commitment to safety, continuous improvement, and exceptional horticultural operating standards.
Passion for horticulture and appreciation for the role of gardens and landscapes in guest experiences.
Hands-on leadership style combining technical expertise, mentorship, accountability, and willingness to work alongside associates in the field.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated knowledge of greenhouse operations, propagation methods, plant health management, pruning practices, chemical applications, insect and disease control, and soil fertility management.
Experience operating heavy equipment, including skid steers, forklifts, backhoes, snowplows, tractors, and similar machinery.

Responsibilities

Create and steward distinctive gardens, landscapes, and seasonal displays across indoor and outdoor resort environments.
Lead soil fertility programs, plant health initiatives, integrated pest management, cultivation, pruning, propagation, and seasonal plant care.
Recruit, train, coach, schedule, and develop horticulture associates; set clear expectations and maintain accountability and operating standards.
Support master planning and long-term horticultural plans, landscape enhancements, capital improvements, and the development of gardens, exhibits, and guest-facing experiences.
Help associates share knowledge of the resort’s gardens, landscapes, and horticultural features with guests, while supporting service aligned with Forbes standards and Nemacolin’s hospitality culture.
Manage departmental resources, including inventory, equipment, budgets, labor planning, purchasing, and capital projects.
Maintain documentation, plant inventories, standard operating procedures, treatment plans, equipment readiness, and compliance with applicable safety standards.
Oversee or contribute to gardens, tours, exhibits, and seasonal experiences that encourage guest exploration and connection with the resort’s natural environment.
Organize, prioritize, schedule, and direct the work of others.
Develop and implement short- and long-range horticultural plans, projects, and operational initiatives.
Operate heavy equipment as needed, including machinery such as skid steers, forklifts, backhoes, snowplows, and tractors.
Work a flexible schedule that may include evenings, weekends, holidays, and seasonal operational demands.

Benefits

Paid training and continuous learning opportunities.
Leadership development and accelerated leadership pathways.
Mentorship, coaching, and cross-functional experience.
Monthly recognition opportunities for associates, leaders, and teams.
Competitive compensation.
Attractive 401(k) program.
Medical, dental, and vision coverage available.
Paid time off.
Educational and career advancement support.
Savings across resort dining, retail, spa, and activities.
Discounted associate meals, dry cleaning, and uniform services.
Exclusive access to The Rec Center, The Market, The Pub, and the Wisteria associate community.