Native Landscaping Technician

Prairie Island Indian Community • Welch Township, MN

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Landscaping Technician supports the seasonal and maintenance of the Community’s native landscape gardens and plantings of native and culturally relevant plant species. This role focuses on the care and aesthetics of garden spaces and maintaining health of native tree and shrub plantings throughout the Community, utilizing and incorporating non-standard methods that ensure holistic ecological stewardship that ensure native plant community and pollinator health across the Community’s green spaces.

Requirements

• Minimum one (1) year practical experience in landscaping, native habitat restoration or similar field.
• Strong ID skills and care of Midwest native plant species
• Able to work with community members in a respectful manner
• Able to work independently and efficiently
• Proficient in use of Microsoft Office programs (primarily Word, Outlook, Excel)
• Sensitive to Native American Culture
• Valid driver’s license and proof of insurability
• Pass drug screen (UA) and a federal criminal background check in compliance with the Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Prevention Act and the Adam Walsh Child Protection and Safety Act

Nice To Haves

• Pursuing bachelor’s degree landscaping/horticulture or natural resources with completed coursework OR have obtained certifications within these fields.
• Two (2) or more years of practical experience in landscaping or native habitat restoration
• One (1) year of experience working within or supporting indigenous communities/entities
• Pursuit of wildland fire certification
• Possess current pesticide applicator license

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary individual responsible for care, maintenance, and continued improvement of the Community’s landscaped spaces designed using native landscaping techniques
• Conduct seasonal plant care including watering, pruning, weeding, mulching, dividing, re-planting, and monitoring plant well-being and garden aesthetics.
• Ensure soils, amendments and mulching practices are appropriate for long-term health and longevity of the landscapes
• Acquisition and installation of plants as needed for replacements and garden enhancement
• Regularly conduct assessments of gardens and implement corrective actions using adaptive and sustainable methods
• Prepare regular summaries for manager, providing insights, documenting progress, and recommending actions for improvements.
• Investigate and incorporate adaptive management strategies and innovations that improve efficiency of garden maintenance practices
• Consult with indigenous knowledge keepers within the Community to incorporate Dakota values and culture into landscaping practices.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees