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Brooklyn Botanic Garden

Temporary Gardener

Brooklyn, NY · On-site

$28/hr

The temporary gardener for Brooklyn Botanic Garden's Steinhardt Conservatory will perform gardening and related work under the guidance of the director of Horticulture and general supervision of the ...

Brooklyn Botanic Garden

Attendant Guard

Brooklyn, NY · On-site

$41K - $42K/yr

... directing the public * Ability to pass written exam * Valid driver's license preferred * Valid NYS security license Compensation and Benefits * Salary Range - $41,600 - $42,071Brooklyn Botanic Garden ...

Brooklyn Botanic Garden

Attendant Guard

Brooklyn, NY · On-site

$41K - $42K/yr

Perform fire safety duties as directed. * Perform other related duties or special projects as ... Salary Range - $41,600 - $42,071 Brooklyn Botanic Garden considers several factors when determining ...

Brooklyn Botanic Garden

Foreperson

Brooklyn, NY · On-site

$72K - $83K/yr

... Botanic Garden's Conservatory complex, plant nursery, and Bonsai Museum. The foreperson of the ... Perform other related duties or special projects as directed. Qualifications: * Bachelor of Science ...

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Horticulturalist

San Diego, CA · On-site

$22 - $25/hr

John previously served as Director of Gardens at the San Diego Botanic Garden and brings more than 50 years of horticultural experience throughout Southern California. Over the course of his career ...

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Horticulturalist

San Diego, CA · On-site

$22 - $25/hr

John previously served as Director of Gardens at the San Diego Botanic Garden and brings more than 50 years of horticultural experience throughout Southern California. Over the course of his career ...

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What is the difference between Director Botanic Gardens vs Horticultural Manager?

AspectDirector Botanic GardensHorticultural Manager
CredentialsBotanical or horticultural degree, certifications in plant managementHorticultural degree, certifications in landscape or plant care
Work EnvironmentPublic gardens, research institutions, educational settingsPrivate gardens, parks, landscape companies
Employer & IndustryGovernment, non-profit, educational institutionsPrivate sector, landscaping, garden centers
Search & ComparisonOften compared for leadership roles in botanical settingsCompared for operational and plant care roles

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Temporary Gardener

Temporary Gardener

Brooklyn Botanic Garden

Brooklyn, NY • On-site

$28/hr

Temporary

PTO

Posted 13 days ago

Job description

Position Title: Temporary Gardener, Conservatory

Department: Horticulture

Reports to: Manager of Horticulture & Conservatory Foreperson

FLSA Status: Full-time Temporary, Non-Exempt

Compensation: $28 per hour

Position Description:

The temporary gardener for Brooklyn Botanic Garden’s Steinhardt Conservatory will perform gardening and related work under the guidance of the director of Horticulture and general supervision of the Conservatory foreperson.

Schedule: Monday–Friday; this is a temporary position and is expected to start July 20, 2026, and will extend through January 22,2027.
Responsibilities:

  • Perform all aspects of horticulture both on the grounds and in the Conservatory, including planting, cultivating, watering, fertilizing, pruning, weeding, mulching, and caring for trees, flowers, shrubs, lawns, and other flora.
  • Inspect collections to identify pest problems and treats such problems using integrated pest management (IPM) techniques.
  • Select, propagate, design, and purchase plants following appropriate horticulture procedures.
  • Operate and maintain hand- and power-gardening tools and small equipment. Make necessary operating adjustments to equipment, report needs for repair and replacement.
  • May be assigned to operate large power equipment such as a tractor, mower, rototiller, roller, sprayer, etc.
  • Supervise assigned subordinate employees, including temporary workers and volunteers, instructing them in gardening techniques and in the proper use and care of materials and equipment.
  • Adhere to the policies of the Horticulture department and Brooklyn Botanic Garden.
  • Keep records, including timely submission of plant inventory control reports and label requests; keep a logbook of plant collections and job-related activities; submit quarterly reports to director of Horticulture.
  • As directed, perform various tasks for general grounds and Conservatory care and Brooklyn Botanic Garden events.
  • Perform other related duties or special projects as directed.

Qualifications:

  • Two years’ college study and/or associate’s degree in the field of horticulture;
    or
    three years full-time, paid experience in maintenance of trees, shrubs, herbaceous plants, and lawns, and operation and maintenance of gardening tools and equipment;
    or
    satisfactory equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Holds and maintains a valid driver’s license
  • Ability to pass a physical examination by a doctor, verifying fitness to perform job functions
  • Ability to pass written examination and/or practical test
  • Ability to obtain and maintain pesticide apprentice certification
  • Ability to lift 50 pounds
  • Preferred: Basic understanding of greenhouse and nursery mechanical systems
  • Preferred: Knowledge of indoor living collections, curation, and plant recording
  • Preferred: Experience working with warm temperate and desert environments
  • Preferred: Experience with outdoor container gardening and indoor plant displays


Benefits:

  • BBG offers certain benefits to part-time employees including:
    • NYC Protected Time-Off: up to 56 hours of paid leave and 32 hours of unpaid leave
    • Short-term disability/New York Paid Family Leave
  • As a 501(c)3, BBG is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible Employer
  • Museum Pass, which provides employees the opportunity to enter many museums in New York City for free
  • Free Garden admission for employee plus one guest
  • Employee discount at BBG’s retail shop and food venues

To be considered for this position, please submit an application by clicking Apply below.  Applications submitted without a résumé and cover letter will not be considered.


No telephone calls for position inquiries, please. Applicants with disabilities who need assistance with the online system, or who may require a reasonable accommodation during the application process, should contact Human Resources at hr@bbg.org. 


Brooklyn Botanic Garden is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.