Ladew Topiary Gardens, Inc.

Farming11-50 employeesWebsite

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Ladew Topiary Gardens, Inc. is a company in the Farming industry. With a team of 11-50 employees, Ladew Topiary Gardens, Inc. offers opportunities for individuals passionate about horticulture and environmental education. Ladew Topiary Gardens, Inc. is currently hiring for three on-site positions: 1. **Environmental Educator:** This role involves developing and delivering environmental education programs for diverse audiences, including children, families, and adults. Responsibilities include curriculum development, hands-on teaching, and participation in events. The Environmental Educator reports to the Director of Education and will earn $40,000/year based on 37.5 hours per week. This position requires evening and weekend availability. 2. **Assistant Horticulturist – Seasonal (March through October):** The Assistant Horticulturist will assist with the care of Ladew’s gardens and facilities. The role involves seasonal garden tasks, including planting, weeding, and pruning. The Assistant Horticulturist works collaboratively with the horticulture team and reports to the Director of Horticulture and Facilities, often receiving daily tasks from a Horticulture Section Coordinator. 3. **Visitor Services Team Member – Seasonal position, part time:** This part-time position involves working in the Admissions Building and the Gift Shop. Responsibilities include greeting visitors, selling admissions and merchandise, processing payments, and providing information. Evening, weekend, and holiday availability is required. The roles at Ladew Topiary Gardens, Inc. utilize various technologies. The Environmental Educator role requires proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Zoom. The Visitor Services Team Member role requires computer literacy. Both the Assistant Horticulturist and Environmental Educator positions use standard gardening equipment. All three open positions are on-site. The work environment includes both indoor and outdoor spaces within a public gardens setting. The work can be subject to various weather conditions and may require working in areas not frequented by the public. Here are some frequently asked questions about working at Ladew Topiary Gardens, Inc.: * **What benefits are offered to the Environmental Educator?** The Environmental Educator position offers medical benefits, including an HRA plan, dental, vision, life insurance, a matching 401K program, and paid vacation, sick and personal time. * **What are the qualifications for the Environmental Educator position?** The Environmental Educator position requires a demonstrated passion for the environment, a bachelor's degree (preferred), experience in teaching, excellent organizational skills, and proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Zoom. * **What are the working conditions for the Assistant Horticulturist?** The Assistant Horticulturist position works in a public garden environment subject to various weather conditions and uses standard gardening equipment. * **What skills are necessary for the Visitor Services Team Member?** The Visitor Services Team Member must have strong presentation skills, outstanding customer service skills, and computer literacy. * **What are the physical requirements of the Environmental Educator?** The Environmental Educator must be able to stand or walk up to 2 hours at a time and lift heavy objects up to 50 lbs. * **Is experience required for the Assistant Horticulturist?** Experience with garden maintenance is preferred for the Assistant Horticulturist position, or participation in a horticulture-related program with demonstrated current knowledge is acceptable. * **What benefits are offered to the Visitor Services Team Member?** The Visitor Services Team Member position offers accrued Maryland Sick and Safe time, accrued vacation, paid holidays, gift shop and cafe discounts, free membership to Ladew Gardens, and a 401(k) option.