Job Description

Description
This position requires hands-on gardening responsibilities for sun and shade situations and reports to Sr. Horticulturist.
General Duties & Responsibilities
General garden maintenance
General weed removal
Recognition of plant nutrition deficiencies
Recognition of pest infestation and damage
Plant transplantation
Planting and removal of plants
General garden watering needs
Serve as horticultural resource for the Garden
Work on special projects as assigned
Requirements
Associate degree in horticulture, botany or related field or two years of hands-on professional gardening experience
Must be able to sustain moderate physical exertion with full range of body motion for lifting up to 50 lbs.
Ability to operate hand and power garden equipment
Ability to apply herbicides with supervision
Previous experience working with the public a plus
Valid Driver’s License with good driving record
Fluency in English
Computer literacy
Ability to work outside in all weather conditions
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.
ABG Core Values
Conservation: We value natural resources and ecosystems, making choices with the long-term sustainability of our planet in mind.
Excellence: We hold ourselves to high standards and expect commitment from each other to contribute to a positive image and reputation for the Garden.
Inspiration: 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 everyone.
Integrity: We demonstrate honesty, transparency, accountability, trustworthiness, and ethical behavior, exercising good judgment in our actions and communication.
Respect: We value the diversity of our coworkers, volunteers, and guests, holding each other in the highest regard.

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