Horticulture Manager, Rory Meyers Children's Adventure Garden

Job Description

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for the overall landscape maintenance and horticultural standards of a designated garden area under the general direction of the Director of Horticulture. This role includes direct supervision of assigned staff, including gardeners, volunteers, and interns, to ensure timely and efficient completion of duties. The position requires hands-on garden labor, including the operation of equipment and transportation of tools and materials. Must be able to work in all weather conditions. Serves as Weekend Manager on Duty, as needed, and contributes positively to team collaboration and departmental goals.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO :

• Oversee and perform landscape maintenance activities in assigned garden areas, including planting, mowing, weeding, trimming, pruning, irrigation, pest control, and spraying in accordance with established horticultural standards.
• Supervise garden staff including crew leaders, gardeners, interns, and volunteers to ensure effective task delegation and efficient productivity.
• Develop and manage daily, weekly, and monthly project schedules to meet deadlines and the expected level of project completion.
• Maintain a professional attitude and clear communication with staff, volunteers, and visitors to foster a positive, respectful, and collaborative work environment.
• Evaluate and schedule staff, ensuring completion of personnel documentation and training to support professional development and garden excellence.
• Maintain inventory and proper care of all equipment and tools in assigned area; manage and submit supply and materials requests as needed. Secure all equipment and tools at the end of the workday.
• Conduct safety and procedural training for new and existing staff; maintain required safety documentation and ensure adherence to regulatory standards.
• Provide technical guidance and staff training on irrigation systems, plant disease identification and integrated pest management; ensure compliance with chemical safety protocols.
• Oversee the timely execution of seasonal color displays and bulb installations.
• Ensure compliance with city-mandated water restrictions and related environmental guidelines.
• Monitor and assist with the maintenance and function of water features.
• Provide technical expertise in landscape maintenance and horticultural practices as needed.
• Support plant records management and labeling within assigned garden areas.
• Assist with educational and research initiatives, including demonstrations during special events.
• Coordinate with education staff to align garden maintenance with educational programming needs.
• Respond to inquiries and provide helpful information to garden visitors.

QUALIFICATIONS :

To help you stay energized, engaged, and inspired, we offer a wide range of benefits including comprehensive healthcare, a 401K, and Paid Time Off (PTO).

The mission of the Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden is to be a garden for all that enriches lives through beauty, learning, and connection. We are a world-class sanctuary where people and plants flourish in the natural environment.

The Dallas Arboretum is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, ancestry, national origin, place of birth, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, military or veteran status, genetic characteristics or disability unrelated to job performance.