Horticulturist Landscape Architect

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Horticulturist Landscape Architect to join our team at RogueSearch. As a key member of our organization, you will be responsible for leading our landscape operations and ensuring the delivery of high-quality services that promote sustainability and environmental stewardship.

• Strategic Leadership: Develop and execute long-term strategic plans for landscape operations, aligning with our organization's objectives and fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.
• Financial Stewardship: Oversee the department's budget development and management, ensuring efficient resource allocation and cost-effective operations.
• Team Development: Recruit, hire, train, and develop a high-performing team of landscape professionals, providing mentorship and guidance to ensure optimal performance and professional growth.
• Project Management Excellence: Oversee the planning, execution, and completion of landscape projects, including new installations, renovations, and maintenance.
• Sustainability and Environmental Stewardship: Implement sustainable landscaping practices to minimize environmental impact and promote resource conservation, exploring and adopting innovative green technologies and practices.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure compliance with all applicable regulations, codes, and industry standards, conducting regular audits and inspections to identify and address potential non-compliance issues.
• Customer Service Excellence: Foster strong relationships with residents, staff, and other stakeholders, responding promptly to customer inquiries and addressing concerns in a professional and timely manner.
• Pest and Tree Management: Oversee the prevention, control, and treatment of pests and diseases affecting the landscape, managing the organization's arboricultural program, including tree inspections, pruning, removals, and hazard assessments.

• Bachelor's degree in Horticulture, Landscape Architecture, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in landscape management, preferably in or in collaboration with a Master Planned Community.
• FNGLA Certification required.
• Current Certified Pest Control Operator and Certified Arborist certifications or the ability to obtain them within one year of employment.
• A valid Florida Driver's License with acceptable driving history.
• Proven leadership and management skills with a track record of success.
• Strong knowledge of plant and soil science, irrigation, landscape design, maintenance, and horticultural practices.
• Experience with contract management, budgeting, and financial analysis.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of landscaping methods and proper use of chemicals, fertilizers, and pesticides.
• Ability to identify common plants and insect or disease conditions on plants.

• Certified Pest Control Operator and Certified Arborist certifications.
• ISA Arborist Certification preferred.
• Experience with sustainable landscaping practices and green infrastructure.
• Education in HVAC, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, irrigation, or any similar trade is a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Bilingual (Spanish) preferred.

• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to communicate and manage well at all levels of the organization.
• Honesty and integrity.
• Team builder and team player.
• Emotionally intelligent.
• Self-motivated.
• Strong work ethic.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.