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How much do botanical assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for botanical assistant in the United States is $67.68, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $23.32 and $92.31 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a botanical assistant?

Botanical Assistants are professionals who support botanists and researchers in studying plants and their environments. Their tasks often include collecting plant samples, maintaining greenhouse environments, recording data, and assisting with experiments. They may work in laboratories, botanical gardens, research institutions, or in the field. Botanical Assistants play a crucial role in plant conservation, research, and education by providing essential technical and practical support. This entry-level position is ideal for those interested in plant sciences and ecology.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a botanical assistant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Botanical Assistant, you need foundational knowledge in botany or plant sciences, often supported by a relevant degree or coursework. Familiarity with laboratory equipment, plant identification software, and data collection tools is typically required. Attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work well in a team are important soft skills for this role. These abilities are crucial for supporting research, maintaining plant specimens, and ensuring accurate data collection in botanical projects.

What are some common challenges faced by botanical assistants when working in research or greenhouse environments?

Botanical Assistants often encounter challenges such as maintaining precise environmental conditions for plant growth, managing pests and diseases, and ensuring accurate data collection for ongoing experiments. They may need to adapt quickly to shifting project priorities or seasonal changes that impact plant care routines. Successfully collaborating with researchers, horticulturists, and other team members is essential for troubleshooting issues and achieving research objectives, making strong communication skills and flexibility highly valuable in this role.

What is the difference between Botanical Assistant vs Horticultural Technician?

AspectBotanical AssistantHorticultural Technician
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some roles may prefer botanical or plant science courseworkHigh school diploma; some positions may require horticultural certifications or associate's degree
Work EnvironmentGreenhouses, botanical gardens, research facilitiesNurseries, parks, landscaping companies, botanical gardens
Industry UsageResearch institutions, botanical gardens, plant conservation projectsLandscaping, garden centers, public parks, horticultural services

Botanical Assistants typically support botanical research and conservation efforts in controlled environments, while Horticultural Technicians focus on plant care, landscaping, and maintenance in outdoor or commercial settings. Both roles require plant knowledge but differ in work environment and specific duties.

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Infographic showing various Botanical Assistant job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 74% Full Time, 21% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $140,766 per year, or $67.7 per hour.

Beverage Assistant (RFT)

Desert Botanical Garden

Phoenix, AZ • On-site

$21/hr

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This job post has expired 2 days ago. Applications are no longer accepted.

Key responsibilities

  • Assist with the organization and execution of bar setup and service for events, including providing products and supplies and supporting bartenders.

  • Provide administrative support by creating custom menus, controlling internal products, and assisting with inventory and bookkeeping of liquor and related items.

  • Supervise contracted bartenders, act as liaison between the Garden and vendor, and assist with beverage service coordination at special events.

Job description

Description

Position Purpose

Provide support and assistance to the Beverage Operations Manager for facility rental events, special events, and internal events that require beverage services.

Essential Duties

  • Assist, as necessary, with the organization and execution of bar set up and service for clients on day of event. Provide product and supplies for bars throughout duration of event and back up support for bartenders. Check bartenders out at the end of event; review pull sheet for accuracy and ensure products are put back in proper place.
  • Provide administrative support, create custom menus, and control all internal products that are executed and returned from events.
  • Observe and comply with all Arizona liquor laws and regulations.
  • Assist with training of bartenders and follow Garden policies relating to beverage services.
  • Understand and troubleshoot POS payment and equipment.
  • Supervise contracted bartenders and act as liaison between the Garden and vendor in the absence of the Beverage Operations Manager.
  • Provide assistance with quarterly inventory and related bookkeeping of all liquor and associated products; maintain organization of office.
  • Assist with the coordination and execution of beverage services and sales at special events
  • Provide excellent customer service to internal and external customer.


  • Pay: $21.00/hour

Requirements

Competencies

  • Minimum of two years' experience in food and beverage industry or related field
  • AZ Food Handlers card preferred. AZDLLC approved Title 4 certification required. If you do not have certification, you will be required to receive after hire.
  • Outstanding customer service skills
  • Ability to work off-hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays

Equipment Used

Typical office equipment and everything needed to successfully operate a bar.

Internal Communication

Frequent interaction with Garden employees, especially Event Services and Garden Site-Ops staff.

External Communication

Frequent interaction with visitors and guests.

Working Conditions

Some physical effort beyond what's typically required in a normal office environment. Potential for tight deadlines or time periods of high workload may require additional hours. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Must be able to walk, sit, stand, stoop, kneel, bend, see, hear, speak, read, and type. Manual dexterity and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds required. Must be able to operate a computerized POS system. During events, this role may work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions.

Reasonable accommodations may be made, when necessary and feasible, to allow a qualified individual to perform essential job functions.


Equal Opportunity Employer

Desert Botanical Garden is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, marital or parental status, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by law.


The Garden fosters and supports workplace diversity, equity, and inclusion to honor the unique perspectives, experiences, and contributions of all, to celebrate successes, and to cultivate individual and institutional excellence.


All employees will help add to the Garden's diversity and fully embrace it.


This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and deliverables of the role. This is not a contract and should not be viewed as such. Other duties may be assigned by supervisor and/or his/her/their designee.

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