Area Horticulturist
Area Horticulturist
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31-08-2025
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Position
Area Horticulturist
Reports To
Deputy Landscape Superintendent
An Introduction to Glenstone Museum
Founded with the mission to seamlessly integrate art architecture and nature Glenstone is a world-class contemporary art museum in Potomac Maryland. Opened in 2006 and expanded in 2018 the museum welcomes visitors to a unique experience of indoor and outdoor spaces enveloped by 300 acres of organically maintained meadow and woodlands. Admission is always free.
The work culture at Glenstone is dynamic and team oriented. As a mission-driven nonprofit we are proud to foster a workplace where associates feel valued respected and accepted. We leverage our collaborative and enriching culture to provide abundant opportunities for all associates to develop new skills feel connected to our mission and actively participate in advancing their careers.
Position Overview
This associate serves as a proprietor of a designated area of the campus and duties encompass all aspects of landscape maintenance including annuals perennials shrubs trees irrigation adjustments grasses aquatic plants weeds mulching hardscapes trash and recycling cleanup etc. All tasks are accomplished according to ANSI and OSHA standards for quality and safety. The associate is responsible for consistently evaluating and maintaining the landscape and the adjacent protected forest conservation areas and takes the lead for planning work within the zone. This position also assists the Grounds Team with other projects as needed. All tasks utilize the best organic practices and protocols including Sustainable Sites OMRI NOFA and others.
Key Responsibilities
Reports To
Deputy Landscape Superintendent
An Introduction to Glenstone Museum
Founded with the mission to seamlessly integrate art architecture and nature Glenstone is a world-class contemporary art museum in Potomac Maryland. Opened in 2006 and expanded in 2018 the museum welcomes visitors to a unique experience of indoor and outdoor spaces enveloped by 300 acres of organically maintained meadow and woodlands. Admission is always free.
The work culture at Glenstone is dynamic and team oriented. As a mission-driven nonprofit we are proud to foster a workplace where associates feel valued respected and accepted. We leverage our collaborative and enriching culture to provide abundant opportunities for all associates to develop new skills feel connected to our mission and actively participate in advancing their careers.
Position Overview
This associate serves as a proprietor of a designated area of the campus and duties encompass all aspects of landscape maintenance including annuals perennials shrubs trees irrigation adjustments grasses aquatic plants weeds mulching hardscapes trash and recycling cleanup etc. All tasks are accomplished according to ANSI and OSHA standards for quality and safety. The associate is responsible for consistently evaluating and maintaining the landscape and the adjacent protected forest conservation areas and takes the lead for planning work within the zone. This position also assists the Grounds Team with other projects as needed. All tasks utilize the best organic practices and protocols including Sustainable Sites OMRI NOFA and others.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage a designated area of campus for all aspects of landscape maintenance.
- Hands-on tasks include planting pruning fertilizing watering irrigation repair and adjustments tree care deer mitigation and understory management such as exotic invasive species eradication.
- Schedule and implement maintenance tasks to ensure that the highest detail standards are maintained.
- Responsible for a yearly plant infill budget of $2000 and help organize and complete larger area projects.
- Diagnose problems regarding pests disease nutrition and weeds; plan and carry out the treatments within the organically managed system and Maryland law.
- Supervise once a week a seasonal work force of 4-5 people giving clear instructions and training to perform tasks to the highest standards.
- Mentor Glenstone associates interns and RISE students on campus landscape maintenance and sustainable initiatives.
- Initiate design and manage the installation of area projects.
- Utilize observations and research to write reports related to sustainable initiatives.
- Responsible for daily maintenance of and around specific outdoor art sculptures.
- Make suggestions for needed tools equipment and products to improve maintenance and results.
- Perform monthly metrics reports of respective areas and initiate needed work from these reports.
- Interact with visitors both on and off property to convey Glenstones mission including leading guided visitor nature walks and tours.
- Participate in property opening for visitor days and special tours.
- Responsible to be point-of-contact for grounds needs during weekend visitor days.
- Manage a 5S space and be a 5S inspector for additional departments.
- This position is considered an essential associate to assist with snow and ice work or other off-hours emergencies as needed.
- Perform other duties as required.
Required Qualifications
- COVID-19 vaccination and up to date on all boosters.
- Minimum of five years of verifiable professional experience in plant care for a sustainable landscape environment.
- 2 or 4-year degree or equivalent experience in horticulture forestry botany ecology plant pathology or related field.
- Knowledge of tools methods and materials in an all-organic grounds maintenance program.
- Experience with organic or integrated pest management.
- Ability to work at a fast pace without sacrificing quality.
- Strong cultural competence interpersonal communication planning and organizational skills.
- Ability to work in all types of weather conditions.
- Ability to physically lift 50 pounds.
- Possession of a valid drivers license.
- Experience with computer databases Microsoft Office and material acquisition
- Work hours are Sunday-Thursday 6:30 AM - 3:00 PM.
Preferred Qualifications
- State of Maryland licensed pesticide application.
- State of Maryland licensed fertilization applicator.
- Knowledge of regionally specific plants and native communities.
Salary and Benefits
This is a full-time position. Glenstone offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience and provides a total benefits package that helps you manage your health protect your income and prepare for the future. Benefits include medical dental and vision insurance; life long-term disability and AD&D insurance a Flexible Spending Account (FSA); a 401(k)-retirement account with a matching contribution; an Employee Assistance Program (EAP); and tuition reimbursement.
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion gender national origin disability status protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
Hourly Wage: $28.00 - $33.00 per hour
Employment Type
Hourly
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