Horticulturalist 12-Month, Full-Time, Non-Exempt
Grinnell College

Job Info

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Job Title:

Horticulturalist 12-Month, Full-Time, Non-Exempt

Department:

Facilities Management

Job Summary:

ABOUT GRINNELL COLLEGEGrinnell College is a private liberal arts college located in Grinnell, Iowa and is ranked #11 on the U.S. News and World Report's list of Best National Liberal Arts Colleges.Grinnell College is a top ranked Liberal Arts institution that values diversity, equity, inclusion, social justice, intellectual freedom, and social responsibility. We seek candidates that align with these values and have the ability and desire to advance our values and belonging within our community and the communities we engage. Ideal candidates will be prepared to collaborate and contribute to the mission and values of the college across all constituencies.

POSITION SUMMARYAre you passionate about creating beautiful and sustainable landscapes? Grinnell College is seeking a dedicated and innovative Horticulturist to join our Facilities Management Grounds Team. In this role, you'll have the opportunity to shape and maintain our vibrant campus environment, contribute to exciting planting projects, and enhance the natural beauty of our community. If you are someone who values excellence in horticulture, enjoys working collaboratively, and is eager to make a lasting impact, this position is for you!This role is a union position so benefits and salary will be in line with the approved union contract.Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and enhance the campus grounds, focusing on woody and perennial species.
• Collaborate with the team to innovate and improve landscape designs and plant collections.
• Participate in seasonal and event-specific projects, including snow removal and special campus events.
• Proactively identify and report service or repair needs to Facilities Management.
• Embrace and promote sustainability practices in all aspects of grounds maintenance.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associate's degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school
• Three years or more relevant work experience
• Flexibility to work varied hours, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and during special events
• Experience operating a variety of grounds/landscape equipment, including tractors, skid loaders, mowing equipment, and snow removal tools
• Ability to perform minor repairs on equipment and maintain it in peak condition
• Knowledge of plant species identification and management of invasive species
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and adapt to changing circumstances
• Demonstrated ability to create landscape design plans and communicate them to a variety of audiences
• State of Iowa certified pesticide applicators license in categories 3OT (turf/ornamentals) and 6 (right of way)
• Ability to manage interpersonal conflict as it arises

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree

Link to Job Description:

Horticulturalist

FLSA Category:

Non-Exempt

Staff/Faculty:

Staff

Employment Status:

Full-Time

Employment Category:

Regular

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Selected candidate must successfully pass a background check prior to first day of employment.

Open Until Filled:

No

Posting Number:

S01103

Diversity Statement:

Grinnell College is committed to establishing and maintaining a safe and nondiscriminatory educational and working environment for all College community members. It is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in matters of admission, employment, and housing, and in access to and participation in its education programs, services, and activities. The College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, religion, disability, creed or any other protected class. Discrimination and harassment on any of the bases covered by state or federal antidiscrimination statutes is unlawful and a violation of Grinnell College policy.

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