Seasonal Horticulturist

Battery Park City Authority•New York, NY

14d

About The Position

The Seasonal Horticulturist is responsible for assisting all horticulture field operations under the jurisdiction of Battery Park City Authority (BPCA) to maintain clean, safe, and aesthetic landscapes. The Seasonal Horticulturists should be aware of sustainable practices and take proactive steps towards applying these principles in their daily work. As with all positions at BPCA, this position will continuously exemplify and promote the core values, mission, and culture of the organization

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
One (1) year of horticultural experience certifications, higher education, and/or trainings relevant to horticulture preferred
Experience working in public settings preferred
Possess a valid US Driver’s License preferred
Ability to work in a team but also be self-motivated when working independently
Strong interpersonal skills
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Must be able to work outdoors in all types of weather
Stand for long periods of time
Perform repetitive movements
Push, pull, and lift 50 lbs.
Must have the physical ability and desire to work in public spaces

Responsibilities

Assist in performing tasks as assigned using the best sustainable horticultural practices to maintain and beautify landscapes
Remove litter and maintain a high organizational standard of cleanliness.
Assist in the completion of planting, transplanting, weeding, watering, mulching, composting, raking, pruning, sweeping, deadheading, and other related duties
Identify and report park issues timely and appropriately such as, irrigation issues, park violations and safety concerns
Assist in developing healthy soils, including producing and using compost and compost tea as a biologically rich soil amendment
Safely and effectively operate and maintain hand tools such as pruners, weeding knives, and handsaws
Safely and effectively operate powered vehicles and equipment such as electric trucks, leaf blowers, and weed whackers
Assist in programmed and permitted events as assigned.
Collaborate with other Seasonal Horticulturists, Volunteers and other staff to complete assigned tasks
Assist in identifying issues of plant health, and other park issues
Use personal protective equipment as appropriate and maintain a high standard for workplace safety
Always maintain professionalism, including when interacting with the public
Perform other duties as assigned