This role involves contributing to the upkeep and management of the mosaic collection within the Garden.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain general care of mosaic culture sculptures.
• Assist with plant transplantation.
• Perform shearing and plant care to enhance the visual appeal and design of each sculpture.
• Act as a horticultural resource for the Garden.
• Support the creation of seasonal displays.
• Engage in special projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform moderate physical tasks, including lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Experience using ladders and lifts.
• Familiarity with hand tools and gardening equipment is advantageous.
• Prior experience interacting with the public is beneficial.
• Willingness to work in various weather conditions.

Educational Background

Associate's Degree in horticulture, botany, or a related discipline, or two years of practical gardening experience is preferred.

Physical Demands

• Must be capable of sustaining moderate physical activity consistently, including lifting up to 40 pounds unassisted and moving large items.
• Ability to operate hand and power gardening tools.
• Experience operating a tractor, forklift, and chainsaw is required.
• Must possess physical strength and endurance to work in varying temperatures.
• Knowledge of and adherence to safety protocols is essential.
• Required to work outdoors in all weather conditions.

Mental Requirements

• Must effectively manage and respond to multiple, changing, and often conflicting priorities.
• Ability to communicate effectively and enthusiastically with the public, along with basic computer skills.

The responsibilities outlined above provide a general overview of the role but are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties associated with this position.

Atlanta Botanical Garden is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals, 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 applicable law. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified individuals with disabilities.