Outdoor Landscape Exhibits Associate

Museum Of Life And Science•Durham, NC

6d•Onsite

About The Position

This role supports the Museum’s outdoor campus by maintaining horticultural spaces, assisting with outdoor exhibits, and ensuring a safe, engaging environment for visitors.

Requirements

High School Diploma
Valid NC Driver’s License
Knowledge of local plants, ecology, growing conditions, and environment
Ability to positively engage customers: greet, interact, identify needs, and assist them
Familiarity with landscape maintenance tools and operation
Experience in operating machinery and power tools associated with landscape maintenance.
Physical ability to lift and carry 50 lbs, operate simple tools associated with landscaping and carpentry
Ability to be on one’s feet for up to 8 hours at a time and walk distances of up to three miles over varying terrains
Tolerate weather extremes working outdoor year-round
Ability to work one day of weekend
General computer skills

Nice To Haves

Experience working in large outdoor gardens/landscapes
Experience/license in plant pest management
Experience in site grading and hardscaping

Responsibilities

Assist Outdoor Exhibits staff in installation, care, and removal of plants and trees.
Maintain hardscapes and stormwater system devices, and all outdoor public spaces.
Assist in the installation of new outdoor exhibit experiences.
Interact with visitors as required about exhibits and grounds during open hours.
Become knowledgeable about topics that relate to enhancing the Museum’s horticultural practices throughout the Museum property.
Become knowledgeable about outdoor exhibit function and performance standards.
Act to collaborate and cooperate on joint projects with other museum staff (Facilities Dept., Animal Dept., etc.).
Facilitate reset of outdoor exhibit spaces daily.
Always demonstrate adherence to Museum safety procedures.
Engage with Museum visitors in a positive and helpful way to support an enjoyable and safe guest experience.
Prioritize the Museum’s values of inclusion and kindness in all interactions with staff, volunteers, and guests.
Additional job-related duties as needed.