Job Description

Job Type: Non-Union

Job Posting: COP-00160-23

Salary: $21 per hour

Job Grade Level:

Department: Parks Department

The City of Providence welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce at all levels of the organization. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit hiring discrimination of any type. All City hiring decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Job Summary

The RWP Botanical Center seeks a visionary individual with a creative eye to supervise design and creation of horticultural exhibits focused on ecosystems, climate resilient gardening techniques and sustainability.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Design Horticultural Exhibits: Work closely with the RWP Botanical Center Director to create gardens that are maintained for aesthetics, eco-garden design, education, and management, with a strong emphasis on environmental stewardship.
• Create schedules: Under guidance of the RWP Botanical Center Director, organize seasonal plant health care plans and other specialized horticultural maintenance needs, as well as plan for the upcoming season.
• Supervise: Work with general foreperson to supervise shared lists and other maintenance schedules for volunteers and upcoming plant exhibits.
• Share knowledge: Share horticultural knowledge regarding exhibits with visitors, staff and volunteers to achieve innovative, educational, and inspiring designs and displays.
• Guided Tours: Conduct guided tours, showcasing the beauty and significance of specialized plant species.
• Answer Queries: Respond to visitor questions using specialized knowledge related to plants, gardening, and conservation and ecosystems.
• Promote Education: Encourage visitors to explore workshops, programs, and resources related to horticulture.
• Assist with Events: Collaborate with the team during special events and workshops.
• Maintain a Positive Atmosphere: Contribute to creating a memorable and enjoyable experience for all visitors.
• Other job duties as requested.

Minimum Qualifications

• Plant Passion: Genuine enthusiasm for plants, gardening, and horticulture.  Some understanding of bio-controls and ecosystems preferred.
• Experience:  At least 2 + years’ experience working in the plant industry.
• Excellent Communication: Clear communication skills to engage visitors of all ages.
• Adaptability: Ability to tailor information based on visitor interests and knowledge levels.
• Customer Service: Friendly and approachable demeanor.
• Basic Plant Knowledge: Familiarity with plant care, species, and gardening practices.
• Availability: Willingness to work weekends and holidays.
• Spanish speaking a plus.

Posting expires when position is filled.

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