Horticulturist

Columbus Botanical Garden (CBG) celebrates the beauty, inspiration, and wonder of the natural world, educating
current and future stewards of its care. The ideal candidate will work as a team member, performing a variety of skilled
and semi-skilled landscape tasks to implement the maintenance and planting of natural areas, grounds and garden
beds according to plans. This position is non-exempt and will include both weekday and weekend hours. Hours TBD
upon hiring. Must work outdoors in all weather conditions and routinely lift up to 40 pounds. Reports directly to the
Horticulture Manager.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manages and maintains existing gardens and grounds - to include laying mulch, planting, turning over garden

beds, weeding, deadheading, tilling, harvesting vegetables, transplanting or dividing perennials, watering,
fertilizing, hauling brush, mowing, raking, applying soil amendments, and maintaining a variety of woody and
herbaceous plants. Works collaboratively as a department to ensure optimal performance and productivity.

• Helps create a visually pleasing and safe garden year round.
• Reports planting activity to the Horticulture Manager to ensure updated and correct plant records.
• Responsible for correctly training on and use of garden equipment. Maintains all garden equipment in

opportunities to increase knowledge in horticulture. Networks and maintains connections with other
horticulture professionals in the public garden sphere. Attends training sessions, both in person and virtually,
to keep current in areas pertaining to the position, as time and funding is available.

• While main duties include horticulture activities, it is expected that team members work collaboratively to

ensure all garden events are adequately supported. This would include setup and tear down of both public
and private events, some facility maintenance, and installation of major exhibits.

• Follow and adhere to established policies and procedures, including but not limited to Employee

Handbook, Horticulture Handbook, Garden Safety Guidelines, and Department Policies.

• Interact with the public to give exceptional visitor experience.
• Attend staff meetings and other staff initiatives.
• During Garden special events such as Gala, BOOtanicals, SHINE, etc. additional hours will be required and will

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Minimum 2 year Horticulture or other related degree, or proven equivalent experience.
• Public Garden experience preferred, desired and given preference to.
• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills, excellent interpersonal abilities, demonstrated

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to perform with or without reasonable accommodation:

• Perform strenuous, hands-on work year-round in all types of weather conditions (Working outdoors or indoors

where the ambient temperature spans 25-100 degrees Fahrenheit).

• Transport oneself by foot over a variety of terrain that may be wet, slippery, uneven and/or rocky.
• Operates a variety of small machinery and power equipment including utility vehicle, pruners, sheers, weed

push,and pull and move in a variety of positions. Able to walk over varied terrains.

KEY EMPLOYEE COMPETENCIES/BEHAVIORS DESIRED:

• Exemplifies the Garden’s Core Values. Adheres and promotes the mission, vision and values of CBG.
• Communicates in a manner that gains the trust and support of others at all levels.
• Works effectively with others despite differences of opinion and style; builds alliances.
• Has a tolerance for opposing points of view, cultures, and lifestyles.
• Is a team player - Strives for collaboration. Works cooperatively, as a positive contributor to the team. Is

How to Apply:
Please submit one file that includes: (1) cover letter or statement of interest, (2) résumé, and (3) three
references. No phone calls please. Application and any questions can be emailed to: Hellocbg3@gmail.com.

Columbus Botanical Gardens is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, volunteers, subcontractors,
vendors, and clients. We are an equal opportunity employer. We will not discriminate and will take affirmative action measures to ensure against
discrimination in employment, recruitment, advertisements for employment, compensation, termination, upgrading, promotions, and other conditions of
employment against any employee or job applicant on the basis of race, color, gender, national origin, age, religion, creed, disability, veteran's status,
sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We are 501(c)3 organization #58-2497596.