Lead Gardener
This is a full-time, year-round, benefitted position which provides leadership and organizational direction for the garden and the staff and volunteers who help to maintain it. This position reports to the Executive Director and serves as a member of the Senior Staff management team. Incumbent must be available by radio when on site during work hours and coordinates coverage during Gardens’ open hours.
This position manages the daily horticultural operations of the Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens’ 47 acres and ensures the highest standards of maintenance, display, propagation, recordkeeping and safety. The Gardens includes both formal, cultivated gardens and restoration and management of natural areas. Effective management requires respect and an established track record of support for both cultivated gardens and the natural environment. This position also supervises propagation for collections. This is a working position and requires the care and maintenance of at least one designated section of the Botanical gardens.
Requested Qualifications:
- B.S. Degree in Horticulture, or closely related field
- Demonstrated leadership, organizational and problem-solving skills
- Established record of excellent supervisory skills in working with staff
- Practical experience in maintaining gardens and the systems that support them
- Knowledgeable and familiar with a diverse group of plant material
- Equipment knowledge and experience with various hand and power tools
- Must be able to work harmoniously in a team-based organization
- Experience with a range of gardens and public garden spaces helpful
- Must have the physical ability to lift 40 lbs.
Position is full-time (40 hours per week); fully benefited position. Reports to Executive Director. Salary commensurate with experience.
Application Please print, fill out, and return with a resume and cover letter via email—fiance@gardensbythesea.org, mail, by fax, or in person.