OSU-Stillwater
Lou Anella
Monday through Friday 8:00am-5:00pm with occasional evenings and weekends.
Regular Continuous/Until Further Notice
$38040 - $51568Salary
For full consideration please include a resume cover letter and contact information for three professional references.
The Assistant Garden Manager is responsible for all aspects of horticultural maintenance at The Botanic Garden which includes garden maintenance design planning planting irrigation pesticide applications. Supervision of student employees working with volunteers/ambassadors working with the public landscape management and construction turf management organization scheduling and working efficiently in a productive manner. The Assistant Garden Manager must work closely with The Botanic Garden Director and the Botanic Garden Manager to meet the horticultural needs of the Botanic Garden.
About Us: Horticulture connects people to the environment from greenhouses laboratories and landscapes to global food security and eco-awareness. Horticulture involves the study of how to create and maintain a beautiful sustainable environment in which to live work and play. For more information visit: are lots of great reasons to work at OSU check out our benefits and eligibility at Qualifications One year experience with garden maintenance installation and design are required as is an ability to manage undergraduate student workers interns volunteers and employees. The assistant garden manager must be able to work in a team environment cooperating with the TBG director and the garden manager. Current valid OK drivers license. Oklahoma pesticide applicators license or ability to obtain one within 90 days of hire. The successful candidate should possess: Knowledge of garden equipment machinery and safety. Knowledge of safe pesticide use and application. Skills in carpentry or light construction. Ability to lead a team as well as work as a team player. Knowledge skills and abilities in assigning work tasks and ensuring completion of quality work in a timely manner. Knowledge of computer use and various software programs such as MS Word Excel PowerPoint Microsoft 365 etc. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with diverse audiences.
(degree must be conferred on or before agreed upon start date)
Required Experience:
Manager