Assistant Horticulturist, Atlanta

Description Join the Atlanta Botanical Garden, where horticultural excellence, conservation, and natural beauty inspire guests year-round. As part of our horticulture team, you’ll help maintain the health and beauty of our diverse plant collections through hands-on garden maintenance, plant care, and seasonal installations. We’re looking for a passionate, knowledgeable individual who enjoys working outdoors and takes pride in creating an inspiring garden experience for all. Key Responsibilities General garden maintenance. This will include but not be limited to watering, weeding, pruning, planting, pest control, fertilization, pesticide spraying, seasonal plant installations and other horticultural tasksRecognition of plant nutrition deficienciesRecognition of pest infestation and damageServe as horticultural resource for the Garden and to the visitorsWork on special projects as assignedAssist the Conservation Display Garden horticulturist with the management of the native plant habitatAssist the Conservatory horticulturist with the maintenance of the tropical rain forest & desert Familiarize yourself with the Integrated pest management program (IPM) with particular focus on biological control agents essential to pest management within the Conservatories & outside gardensWeekend watering duties: required to water during the weekends.Support the garden educational goals Requirements Associate Degree in horticulture, botany or related field, or two years of hands-on professional gardening experienceKeen attitude to learn and develop a working plant knowledgeMust be able to sustain moderate physical exertion with full range of body motion for lifting up to 40 lbs.Ability to operate hand and power garden equipmentAbility to apply chemicals with supervisionPrevious experience working with the public a plusValid Driver’s License with good driving recordFluency in EnglishComputer literacyRequired to work outdoors in all weather conditions The use of ladders is required as necessary for plant careAbility to implement allocated work plans in a timely and efficient manner. The above job duties and responsibilities describe the general nature and level of work for employees in this position, but this is not intended as an exclusive or all-inclusive inventory of all duties required of employees in this job. It is the policy of the Atlanta Botanical Garden to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, reasonable accommodations will be made for qualified individuals with disabilities. Atlanta Botanical Garden Core Values Conservation: We value natural resources and ecosystems, making choices with the long-term sustainability of our planet in mindExcellence: We hold ourselves to high standards and expect commitment from each other to contribute to a positive image and reputation for the GardenInspiration: We inspire through the creation of an environment that supports imagination and expression of beauty, providing joy, delight, and a deeper appreciation of plants for everyoneIntegrity: We demonstrate honesty, transparency, accountability, trustworthiness, and ethical behavior, exercising good judgment in our actions and communicationRespect: We value the diversity of our coworkers, volunteers, and guests, holding each other in the highest regard