Job Description
 Salary: $16-$17 per hour 
Horticulture Assistant
Reports to: Horticulturist and Collections Manager
This is a part-time, non-exempt position
Hourly Rate: $16-$17 per hour
Job Responsibilities: The Horticulture Assistant will collaborate with the Horticulture team and internal and external volunteers to maintain and enhance the plant collection in both indoor and outdoor garden spaces. This individual will assist with the care and maintenance of our plant collection, as well as help create seasonal plant exhibits and displays that engage and excite visitors. The Horticulture Assistant should demonstrate a strong passion for mission-driven community centered horticulture.
Horticulture
Teamwork& Relationship Building
Education and Experience:
A high school diploma or equivalent is required, along with basic gardening skills. Candidates should have at least one year of professional experience in gardening or landscaping, practical knowledge, and a willingness to learn new skills. Previous experience working with and leading volunteers is desirable.
Skills and Characteristics:
Professionalism
Teamwork and Diversity
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility
We are committed to overcoming barriers to be the most inclusive organization we can be, where all feel welcome and included, and we can grow together. All employees have a responsibility to treat others with dignity and respect at all times. A successful work environment is built on:
Our Mission
Deepening the connection between people and plants through beautiful gardens and extraordinary experiences.
Core Values
The Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens welcomes all visitors and is committed to creating an environment free of discrimination and harassment where all individuals are treated with respect. The Society strives to ensure that its collection, facilities, and programming are inclusive and accessible in order to provide a successful and engaging experience for all audiences.
It is extremely important to us that our employees demonstrate the utmost respect for co-workers, volunteers, visitors, our plant collections, historic conservatory, grounds, and campus buildings.
Botanical Gardens Culture
We strive to create Wow, Wonder and Welcome within our team and for the public. We create the Wow factor by being innovative, creative and enthusiastic, by embracing all possibilities and celebrating our successes. We generate Wonder by building experiences that are beautiful, colorful, inspire curiosity and encourage our visitors and each other to be engaged in the natural world. We are always inclusive and Welcoming to all by being kind, empathetic and respectful to all individuals and their unique perspectives. We look forward to exploring how you can positively contribute to our Wow, Wonder and Welcome culture.
Benefits
This is a part-time position, and we offer life insurance, a retirement plan option with company match, paid time off and flexible scheduling.
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