Job Description

Position Title: Temporary Gardener (Fragrance Garden & Shakespeare Garden)

Department: Horticulture

Reports to: Manager of Horticulture

FLSA Status: Temporary Full-time Non-Exempt

Compensation: $28 per hour

Position Description:

The temporary gardener performs gardening and related work under the guidance of the director of Horticulture manager of Horticulture and foreperson of Grounds.

Schedule: MondayFriday; this is a temporary position and is expected to start January 2 2026 filling in until a gardener returns from leave
Responsibilities:

• Perform all aspects of horticulture both on the grounds and in gardens including planting cultivating watering fertilizing pruning weeding mulching and caring for trees flowers shrubs lawns and other flora.
• Inspect collections to identify pest problems and treat such problems using integrated pest management (IPM) techniques.
• Select propagate design and purchase plants following appropriate horticulture procedures.
• Operate and maintain hand- and power-gardening tools and small equipment. Make necessary operating adjustments to equipment report need for repair and replacement.
• May be assigned to operate large power equipment such as a tractor mower rototiller roller sprayer etc.
• Supervise assigned subordinate employees including temporary workers and volunteers instructing them in gardening techniques and in the proper use and care of materials and equipment.
• Adhere to the policies of the Horticulture department and Brooklyn Botanic Garden.
• Keep records including timely submission of plant inventory control reports and label requests; keeps a logbook of plant collections and job-related activities; submit quarterly reports to director of Horticulture.
• As directed perform various tasks for general grounds garden and Brooklyn Botanic Garden events.
• Perform other related duties or special projects as directed.

Qualifications:

• Two years college study and/or associates degree in the field of horticulture; or
• three years full-time paid experience in maintenance of trees shrubs herbaceous plants and lawns and operation and maintenance of gardening tools and equipment; or
• satisfactory equivalent combination of education and experience
• Holds and maintains a valid drivers license
• Ability to pass a physical examination by a doctor verifying fitness to perform job functions
• Ability to lift 50 pounds
• Ability to pass written examination and/or practical test
• Ability to obtain and maintain pesticide apprentice certification

Benefits:

• BBG offers certain benefits to part-time employees including:
  • Up to 56 hours of sick leave
  • Short-term disability/New York Paid Family Leave

• As a 501(c)3 BBG is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible Employer
• Museum Pass which provides employees the opportunity to enter many museums in New York City for free
• Free Garden admission for employee plus one guest
• Employee discount at BBGs retail shop and food venues

To be considered for this position please submit an application by clicking Apply below. Applications submitted without a résumé and cover letter will not be considered.

No telephone calls for position inquiries please. Applicants with disabilities who need assistance with the online system or who may require a reasonable accommodation during the application process should contact Human Resources at .

Brooklyn Botanic Garden is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

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