Horticulture Associate (Seasonal or Year-round)
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Compensation: $20-27/hour
The Broadway Mall Association is seeking a part-time horticulture associate. The horticulture associate is an integral member of a small team working to improve the health and beauty of a public greenspace with over 1,000 mature trees and shrubs and more than 100 small perennial gardens.
This is an exciting growth opportunity for the right candidate, with flexibility and learning potential. We welcome inquiries from people new to the field and old hands looking for a new challenge. Training will be provided as needed, including training on Cartegraph, our asset management platform.
Responsibilities/Duties
The horticulture associate will participate in a wide variety of fine gardening tasks and landscape management, install and maintain ecologically-focused plantings, and assist with volunteer days. Office tasks may include updating records, assisting with seasonal plant orders and contracts, recording site conditions in BMA’s asset management program, and other similar duties. For year-round candidates, off-season work will include additional office/computer work to supplement outdoor work.
Qualifications/Requirements
- Enthusiasm for working in an urban landscape is essential!
- A positive and friendly demeanor. Ability to interact thoughtfully with the general public and landscaping and public works crews.
- Ability to work independently and without direct supervision.
- Excellent observation skills and keen attention to detail.
- Willingness and ability to work outside in all weather.
Desired Qualifications: - 1+ years of professional gardening experience in perennial maintenance and planting or relevant educational experience.
- Working knowledge of plant identification, plant names and culture (soil preparation, planting, pruning, weeding, etc.)
- Interest in ecological landscape design and management.
- Strong computer skills and facility with Excel, Word, and Google Drive.
Additional Information
Hours and Compensation
Position may be seasonal or year-round. Two to three days per week, with occasional weekend work. We will work with the successful candidate to develop an appropriate and mutually convenient work schedule.
Pay is $20-$27/hour, based on experience. Benefits include paid holidays, sick leave; optional 401(k) plan; and pre-tax transit benefits.
To Apply
Please email a resume and cover letter describing your interest in the position to jshaffer@broadwaymall.org, with the subject line ‘Horticulture Associate.’ References will be requested. Applications will be reviewed until the position is filled.
About the Broadway Mall Association
The Broadway Malls are block-length raised beds in the center of Broadway, Manhattan’s premiere boulevard. The 10-acre public parkland from 70th Street to 168th Street is planted and stewarded by the Broadway Mall Association (BMA), a not-for-profit community organization, in partnership with NYC Department of Parks and Recreation.
The Broadway Mall Association requires Covid 19 vaccination for all employees. The organization will consider accommodations for disability and religious-based reasons.
The Broadway Mall Association is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and organizational needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.
Contact Information
Broadway Mall Association
Contact Name: Jennifer Shaffer
Email: jshaffer@braodwaymall.org