Horticulturist | Iowa State University
Location
Ames, IA | United States
Job description
Position Title:
Horticulturist
Job Group:
Professional & Scientific
Required Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelorâs degree and 2 years of related experience
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in horticulture or a plant related science
Experience working in public gardens
Experience working and repairing an irrigation system
Experience with public speaking and interacting with the public
Pesticide Applicator License or ability to obtain in 30 days.
Job Description:
Summary
Reiman Gardens at Iowa State University is seeking to hire an Horticulturist to manage the garden, grounds and equipment.
Example of Duties ⢠Manages and coordinates a set of garden resources.
⢠Supervise student workers and volunteers.
⢠Contributes to garden and planting designs and improvements.
⢠Assisting with educational and outreach events.
⢠Monitors and oversees machinery and property maintenance and repair.
⢠Assists with garden operations.
⢠Observes, diagnoses, and remedies plant health problems.
Level Guidelines ⢠Intermediate-level position with solid professional and/or technical skills working under general supervision to achieve goals
⢠Applies broad, working knowledge of the principles of the field to moderately complex, difficult, and varied problems and issues
⢠Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action and resolve problems
⢠Responds to a broad range of inquiries and requests
⢠May provide training and/or direction to lower-level staff
⢠May lead projects of moderate scope and complexity
⢠Provides guidance to students
Appointment Type:
Regular
Number of Months Employed Per Year:
Time Type:
Full time
Pay Grade:
PS806
Application Instructions:
To apply for this position, please click on âApplyâ and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:
1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae
2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter
If you have questions regarding this application process, please email
[email protected] or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.
Why Choose ISU? Our Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as:
⢠Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
⢠Generous vacation, holiday and sick time and leave plans
⢠Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
⢠Life insurance and long-term disability
⢠Flexible Spending Accounts
⢠Various voluntary benefits and discounts
⢠Employee Assistance Program
⢠Wellbeing program
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Original Posting Date:
March 6, 2024
Posting Close Date:
March 26, 2024
Job Requisition Number:
R14206
About Iowa State University
Iowa State University is classified as a Carnegie Foundation Doctoral/Research University-Extensive, a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), and ranked by U.S. News and World Report as one of the top public universities in the nation. Over 36,000 students are enrolled and served by over 6,200 faculty and staff (see Ames, Iowa is a progressive community of 60,000, located approximately 30 minutes north of Des Moines, and recently voted the best college town in the nation (see
Iowa State University is an equal opportunity employer committed to excellence through diversity and strongly encourages applications from all qualified applicants, including women, underrepresented minorities, and veterans. ISU is responsive to the needs of dual career couples, is dedicated to work-life balance through an array of policies, and is an NSF ADVANCE institution.
Iowa State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status and will not be discriminated against.
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