Display Horticulture Manager

Primary responsibilities:

Proficiently manage, equip, train, encourage, and inspire a team of gardeners to cultivate and enhance BGH’s 65 acres of visitor-facing Horticultural displays

Prepare weekly schedule and work with garden staff to accomplish recurrent tasks and singular tasks; and closely monitor progress to ensure goals are completed as defined by the Director of Horticulture

Recurrent tasks include, but are not limited to: weeding, watering, woody weed management, path maintenance, rejuvenation and renewal pruning, fertilizing, mulching, deadheading, water feature maintenance, and litter removal

Singular tasks might include planting bed rejuvenation or construction, shrub and tree planting/transplanting, storm cleanup, and other projects as assigned

Actively foster strong communication with fellow Horticulture Department lead staff to ensure seamless execution of intradepartmental tasks.

Intradepartmental tasks include but are not limited to: meeting seasonal and cyclical display changeout deadlines, executing nursery plant transfers and returns, management of peripheral vegetation, organizing plant sales, advancing core collection projects

Work closely with other BGH managers in other divisions to assist with staffing and setup of BGH’s seasonal events, and provide other assistance as directed

BGH’s growing list of events includes but is not limited to: Magic Christmas in Lights, Beers and Blooms, and The Great Bellingrath Harvest

Foster a culture of safety, communication, professionalism, and mindfulness

Teach proper horticultural techniques and equipment selection and usage to all direct reports

Serve as an example of proper, appropriate, and safe use, maintenance, and storage of landscape equipment including but not limited to: hand tools, electric utility carts, rototiller, small tractor, and chainsaw—and train team to follow your example as it adheres to BGH guidelines

Ensure that volunteers are effectively stationed throughout the gardens and that gardeners are prepared and equipped to maximize the benefit of available volunteer hours

Other duties as assigned

Education, Experience, Knowledge, and Abilities:

Bachelor’s degree in Horticulture or related field, or Associates degree in Horticulture or related field plus 2 years of proven experience in supervisory Horticulture, or seven years of proven and progressive supervisory experience in Horticulture and/or Landscape Management

Advanced knowledge and experience with concepts and practices pertaining to the broad scope of horticultural actions necessary for the curation of a renowned public garden at the highest level

Excellent interpersonal communications skills

Basic computer skills, especially as it pertains to the Microsoft Office Suite

Strong work ethic and ability to work directly with staff who report to you

Ability to lift 50 pounds

Proven ability to delegate tasks effectively and to communicate clear expectations

Advanced knowledge of and experience with seasonal, tropical, herbaceous, and woody plant materials suitable for growing in south Alabama

Ability to work for extended periods of time outdoors in climatic conditions typical to Mobile, Alabama

Adherence to instruction and management

Alabama pesticide license (or ability to obtain)

Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record

Reliable transportation to commute to BGH for a minimum 40-hour work week

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $40,000.00 - $45,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• AD&D insurance
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid jury duty
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person

Salary : $40,000 - $45,000