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Gardening Specialist

New York, NY ยท On-site

$25 - $30/hr

Native Plant Gardening * School or Community Gardens Grade-Level: K-12 * Elementary/Middle * High ... Conservatory training and/or university-level education and practical experience in the content ...

Gardening Specialist

New York, NY ยท On-site

$25 - $30/hr

Native Plant Gardening * School or Community Gardens Grade-Level: K-12 * Elementary/Middle * High ... Conservatory training and/or university-level education and practical experience in the content ...

Line Cook - Sign On Bonus!!

Newport, RI

$15.75 - $19.75/hr

... and The Conservatory, where guests can dine indoors as well as outdoors on the Garden Terrace ... plant. Qualifications * Formal training or education in culinary arts, with a focus on pastry and ...

Line Cook - Sign On Bonus!!

Newport, RI ยท On-site

$15.75 - $19.75/hr

... and The Conservatory, where guests can dine indoors as well as outdoors on the Garden Terrace ... plant. Qualifications * Formal training or education in culinary arts, with a focus on pastry and ...

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How much do plant conservatory jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for plant conservatory in the United States is $18.24, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.35 and $18.27 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the typical responsibilities and challenges faced in a plant conservatory position?

In a plant conservatory role, you will be responsible for monitoring and maintaining diverse plant collections, ensuring proper care through watering, fertilization, pruning, and pest management. Daily tasks may involve adjusting environmental controls, recording data, and collaborating with horticulturists, educators, and maintenance teams. One common challenge is managing the varying needs of different plant species, especially rare or sensitive specimens, within a shared environment. You will also play a role in public education or special exhibits, which may require creative problem-solving and flexibility. These responsibilities make the position both dynamic and highly rewarding for those passionate about plant care and conservation.

What is a plant conservatory?

A Plant Conservatory job involves managing and maintaining plant collections in a controlled environment, such as a greenhouse or botanical garden. Responsibilities include planting, watering, pruning, and monitoring plant health to ensure proper growth and preservation. Workers may also educate visitors, conduct research, and implement conservation efforts for rare or endangered species. This role often requires knowledge of horticulture, botany, and environmental science.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in a plant conservatory position?

To excel in a plant conservatory role, you need a strong background in botany or horticulture, plant care techniques, and environmental controls, often supported by a degree in plant sciences or a related field. Experience with climate control systems, irrigation technology, pest management, and tools like soil sensors is highly valuable, along with certifications in pesticide application or greenhouse management. Excellent observation skills, effective communication, and problem-solving abilities help you address plant health issues and collaborate with other staff. These competencies are vital for maintaining plant collections, ensuring optimal growth conditions, and supporting conservation or educational goals.

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Infographic showing various Plant Conservatory job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 67% Full Time, and 33% Temporary. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $37,934 per year, or $18.2 per hour.

Student Office Administrative/Project Assistant

Berklee

Boston, MA โ€ข On-site

$16.97/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 24 days ago


Job description

In order to participate in Berklee Student Employment, a student must fulfill the following requirements:

  • Current student at Berklee College of Music or Boston Conservatory at Berklee.

  • Enrolled at least half-time in a degree, diploma, or certificate-seeking undergraduate or graduate program. Summer is the only semester in which a student can maintain employment without being enrolled. In this case, the student must be pre-registered for the upcoming fall semester. This exception does not apply to fall or spring semesters.

  • Have a valid United States Social Security Number (SSN).

  • Remain in "valid" Visa status as applicable.

  • A minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA. Students in their first semester can work, even though they do not have an official GPA until the completion of their first semester.

  • Federal Work Study student may apply.

  • In good disciplinary standing.

  • Must be located in the U.S.

For complete program details, please go to our website:www.berklee.edu/se.The Student Office Administrative/Project Assistant supports the Vice President for Enrollment Management & Student Success (VPEMSS), Executive Assistant (EA) to the VPEMSS and the Care Support Services Team by providing reception and general administrative assistance with projects and initiatives, office organization, outreach, event support, and a variety of other tasks.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Work in the Office of the Vice President for Enrollment Management & Student Success/Care Support Services.

  • Serve as a receptionist for the OVPEMSS/CSS assisting students, faculty, staff, and visitors with various inquiries.

  • Support and implement outreach and marketing initiatives, design flyers and social media outreach as needed.

  • Provide administrative support including but not limited to, answering phones, announcing visitors, making referrals to other departments, filing, photocopying, scanning, office supply ordering, assisting the EA with purchasing card documentation.

  • Assist the EA with calendar management for the VP, meeting and event set up, associated catering and physical plant orders, and break down as needed.

  • Process requests for conference room reservations and handle communication as required.

  • Assist the EA with office supply ordering purchasing card documentation and reporting as needed.

  • Ensure that the OVPEMSS "Official Notices" and "General Notices" bulletin boards in 921 and 1140 are current and orderly, and postings that do not follow policy guidelines are removed.

  • Collaborate with the administrative/front line team to maintain an inventory of office supplies as needed.

  • Represent the student voice and provide feedback as required.

  • Gather data, organize documentation, and work on projects related to the VPEMSS portfolio (Student Success, and Enrollment Management Divisions).

  • Work with student groups and gather information on student needs as assigned.

  • Additional tasks as assigned.

Knowledge and Skills Required:

  • Administrative experience

  • Self-motivation/diligence

  • Excellent verbal and written communication/interpersonal skills

  • Cultural competency and sensitivity

  • Ability to work alone and with a team

  • Mac proficient

  • Familiarity and experience with Google Suite and Microsoft Office Suite

  • Experience with graphic design software such as Canva a plus

  • Multilingual a plus

We desire an open, honest, self-motivated, culturally sensitive team leader who is a self-starter and positive role model for other student employees. Previous supervisory and office skills are preferred, amoderate knowledge of the Student Success division is important, a moderate knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel, Google Docs and Google Sheets are helpful, good interpersonal, writing, and communication skills are important. Attention to detail and confidentiality are essential. Occasional evening and weekend hours may be available for special events, although it is not required. Limited summer hours are generally available as well.

Hourly Rate: $16.97

Hiring Manager: Renese King