The Horticulture Irrigation Technician is responsible for the daily operations of the irrigation department that includes all irrigation on zoo grounds and greenhouses. Duties include, but are not limited to, maintaining, repairing, upgrading existing systems, and designing new systems in conjunction with the Horticulture Manager. Essential Functions Maintenance of Zoo irrigation systems. Repairing damage
In cooperation with the National Park Service and Capitol Reef National Park (CARE), the Great Basin Institute is recruiting a Horticulture Interpretation Technician to join our Research Associate program. The technician will support the CARE Division of Resource Management & Science, and will assist the horticulturist and resource management staff with hands on management as
In cooperation with the National Park Service and Capitol Reef National Park (CARE), the Great Basin Institute is recruiting two Horticulture Interpretation Technicians to join our Research Associate program. The technicians will support the CARE Division of Resource Management & Science, and will assist the horticulturist and resource management staff with historic orchard management in
OEE invites applications and nominations for an Extension County Specialist, Horticulture, Jefferson County. This is a full-time, non-tenure track Extension faculty position. Faculty rank is dependent upon the candidate’s academic credentials and professional experience and is subject to review by the Extension Promotion Committee. The faculty appointment, evaluation, and promotion standards are centered around the three core
Denver Zoo is a leader in animal care, wildlife conservation, and education. We are passionate about our commitment to excellence in support of our mission of Inspiring Communities to Save Wildlife for Future Generations. Denver Zoo honors our animals, staff, and guests by conducting ourselves at the highest level of integrity through our Core Actions —
Internships are available in the Applied Ecology department at Norcross Wildlife Foundation (NWF) for the 2023 growing season. The NWF internship program is designed to aid applicants with their career development via on-site educational experiences. Interns will aid in plant identification and botanical inventories, propagation, landscape design and planting, maintenance, invasive removal, habitat restoration, and all other duties related to
Lincoln Park Zoo inspires communities to create environments where wildlife will thrive in our urbanizing world. The zoo is a leader in local and global conservation, animal care and welfare, learning, and science. A historic Chicago landmark founded in 1868, the not-for-profit Lincoln Park Zoo, is a privately-managed, member-supported organization and is free and open
Purpose: To promote conservation of rare and endangered flora in the United States through the programs of the Center for Plant Conservation, Escondido, California History: The Beattie Fellowship was established to honor Catherine H. Beattie, GCA president (1981-1983), outstanding arranger, and gardener devoted to the preservation of wildflowers. Provisions Provides one annual research grant of up to $4500,
Purpose: To further the study of public horticulture through experiential learning that takes place at a recognized public garden, botanic garden, arboretum, or other closely aligned public horticulture institution within the United States. History: One of the GCA’s important early leaders was Hope Goddard Iselin, the first chairman of the Billboard and Roadside Improvement Committee (1922-1931). Mrs.
Purpose: Established to encourage the development of research, documentation, and teaching skills in the field of horticulture. Provisions: Funds one or more scholarships annually at $3000 to support study at an accredited college, university, or major botanic garden or arboretum. Projects may include but are not restricted to plant propagation, photographic documentation of studies and research
Purpose: To promote the study of tropical horticulture and landscape architecture. History: The Loy McCandless Marks Scholarship Fund was established by the Elizabeth L. Marks Trust. Mrs. Marks was a Garden Club of Honolulu member from 1948 until the time of her death in 1996. Her trust provided $50,000 “for the establishment of a scholarship fund, the
Purpose: To encourage the study of horticulture and related fields. History: The Katharine M. Grosscup Scholarships in Horticulture celebrates friendship and the love of gardening within the GCA. It was founded in 1981 by Margaret Evans Berdan, Garden Club of Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, in memory of her friend Katharine MacConnell Grosscup, a talented gardener, enthusiastic conservationist and
To promote plant conservation capacity and coordination among botanic gardens, and/or public gardens, in the United States through programs of Botanic Gardens Conservation International-US (BGCI-US) in collaboration with The Garden Club of America (GCA). History: This GCA fellowship was established in 2020 by Kathy Keller (Akron Garden Club, Zone X) and her husband, David, to encourage
Take the next step in your career by joining the team at the Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo and grow your experience at one of the most unique sites in Calgary! The Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo is seeking a full-time permanent Senior Manager, Grounds Services to lead our dedicated team of grounds maintenance and horticulture professionals. The successful candidate will
Denver Zoo is a leader in animal care, wildlife conservation, and education. We are passionate about our commitment to excellence in support of our mission of Inspiring Communities to Save Wildlife for Future Generations. Denver Zoo honors our animals, staff, and guests by conducting ourselves at the highest level of integrity through our Core Actions —
Denver Zoo is a leader in animal care, wildlife conservation and education. We are passionate about our commitment to excellence in support of our mission of Inspiring Communities to Save Wildlife for Future Generations. Denver Zoo honors our animals, staff, and guests by conducting ourselves at the highest level of integrity through our Core Actions —
The Henry Vilas Zoo (HVZ) is currently recruiting for a full-time (1.0 FTE) Horticulture Specialist. The eligible list created from this recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies that occur within the next six (6) months. Equity, Definition and Examples of Duties COMMITMENT TO EQUITY AND INCLUSION As an employer, we strive to provide
Internships are available in the horticulture department at Norcross Wildlife Sanctuary (NWS). Interns will aid in plant identification and botanical inventories, propagation, garden design and planting, maintenance, invasive removal and all other duties related to ecological horticulture. In addition to the work at NWS interns will have the ability to attend classes, go on field
San Antonio Zoo of San Antonio, TX, is looking to hire a full-time Horticulture Manager to join our zoo family! San Antonio Zoo is comprised of over 54 acres. The Horticulture Manager oversees all initiatives related to the zoo grounds. In addition to maintaining the Public Gardens, the Horticulture Manager provides vision and execution for special events involving plants, flowers, and topiaries; if you’re
We’re looking for someone with the experience to develop a sustainable business model for a peat and pesticide free nursery, the drive to bring their plans to life, and a passion for growing and wildlife gardening that they can share with volunteers and visitors. Through growing native wildflowers for habitat restoration, and non-native wildlife-friendly garden
We are looking for individuals qualified and experienced in horticulture to assist with course writing for level 3 regulated qualifications. The successful candidate will be home based and must be able to work to deadlines and organise time effectively. We operate a completely flexible remote working model. Working on a self-employed Contract for Services basis,
Job description: Our Horticulture department offers three, full-time, six-month internships at our two locations. Applications are due in February for internships at Garden in the Woods and in January for the internship at Nasami Farm nursery. We offer two internships in horticulture at Garden in the Woods, the Society’s 45-acre botanical garden in Framingham, MA. Please follow
The Horticulture Projects Officer will be tasked with developing and managing horticultural projects which aim to generate profit and support the Department’s charitable activities. NBG Wales already has a strong reputation for working with commercial partners to deliver horticultural support and botanical expertise to ecological mitigation and plant conservation projects. The post holder will manage,
This is an opportunity to gain skills, practical experience and qualifications in horticulture at your national botanic garden. Working to maintain and develop the plant collections and themed gardens, you will be part of a team assisting horticultural operations, plant conservation, research and education activities. You will be a highly motivated individual interested in learning
The Master of Environmental Horticulture (MEH) degree is a coursework-based degree, focused on restoration, horticulture and environmental management. This program is an applied degree with an emphasis on real-world problem-solving, and the products that may be created in lieu of a formal thesis include management plans, designed experiments, actual installations, web utilities, vegetation assessments and others. The holder of an MEH degree may proceed on in academia if they choose.
The RHS Certificate in the Principles of Horticulture is a great entry-level qualification. Whether you are starting a career in horticulture, or just want to take your love of plants and gardening further, this course gives you a broad-based understanding of horticulture, garden design and how plants work. This is a stand-alone course and you do not need any prerequisites for the course (Level 1 is a separate practical qualification). This internationally recognised qualification is ideal if you are looking for a career in horticulture, want to take your skills further as a professional or keen amateur, or it is a great complement to existing skills in landscaping or garden design.
We are looking for a hardworking, creative individual to assist the Grounds team to maintain and manage the grounds and exhibits within our 100 acre visitor attraction. The ideal candidate will have some commercial grounds maintenance and or conservation management experience and be familiar with horticultural machinery. NPTC, LANTRA certificates would be advantageous but not
Mt. Cuba Center is a botanical garden in the rolling hills of Hockessin, Delaware, with collections focused on plants of the eastern temperate forest, particularly the Appalachian Piedmont. Mt. Cuba Center’s founders, Lammot and Pamela Copeland, were avid gardeners who’s ambition was that their Brandywine Valley estate would become a public garden that inspires an appreciation
We have two exciting new roles within the Horticulture team to work as part of a developing team for the Therapeutic Horticulture Department. We are a leading provider of services in this locality that support people to improve their emotional wellbeing. Working for this organisation will be a huge opportunity for the post holder to
WWT Slimbridge is seeking a hardworking and creative Seasonal Horticulture Warden to assist with the grounds maintenance and exhibit management within our 100h of public access grounds. You will ideally have some commercial gardening/grounds maintenance experience and trade related certificates and/or training to Lantra or NPTC standards. Previous experience of working in a Zoo, Wildlife
