Horticulture Supervisor
Tower Grove Park (MO)

Tower Grove Park is known for its unique, historic Victorian architecture, its extensive network of trails, and its signature community events and activities such as the Farmer’s Market and the Festival of Nations.  However, one of the main attractions for our 2.5 million annual visitors is the 289 acres of green open spaces and woodlands that serve as a natural oasis in the middle of a densely populated, diverse urban area.  The living landscape of Tower Grove Park includes 7,500 trees, hundreds of varieties of woody shrubs, stunning horticulture, and many acres of grassy turf in which Park visitors can relax, socialize, exercise, study, and enjoy nature.

Tower Grove Park operates with our core values in mind: accountability, stewardship, teamwork, welcoming, leader and fun. We encourage all employees to strive to fulfill these core values to create the best possible experience for our guests. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

Supervise and manage work assignments of three full-time as well as seasonal employees

Maintain accurate records pertaining to employees and programs

Train staff in safe work practices

Operate all park equipment safely and efficiently

Collaborate with other departmental supervisors on joint projects

Coordinate with staff and community for volunteer activities

Attend meetings and conferences as needed

Care for and maintain all non woody plants in the park

Direct and operate the greenhouse and nursery areas

Manage horticulture related Park programs

Estimate and budget materials, equipment, and time needed for specific projects

Requisition and propagate flowers and shrubs

Direct the preparation and maintenance of specialized horticultural displays

REQUIREMENTS

The ideal candidate for this position has a minimum of an associate’s degree in Horticulture, or a related field, with at least three years in a supervisory position. The candidate must possess a valid Pesticide Applicators License or the ability to obtain one within six months of hire. Successful applicants will have thorough knowledge of the requirements for propagation, planting, cultivation, pruning, and maintenance of plants, shrubs, and flowers including proper soil mixtures and fertilization.

WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR

Candidates should have knowledge of the common and botanical names and characteristics of a wide variety of plants. Candidates should have knowledge of the principles of landscape planting and design, maintenance of landscaped areas, including equipment and watering systems and their care and use, and be able to perform said maintenance for extended periods of time in extreme temperatures. This position requires the ability to juggle multiple projects simultaneously as well as maintaining professional relationships with employees, the public, and vendors.

Regular working hours are Mon-Fri 6:30A-3P with the ability to come in evenings and weekends, as needed.

Salary commensurate with experience.

Tower Grove Park offers a comprehensive benefits package to all full-time employees. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life and short-term disability insurance as well as a retirement plan. Tower Grove Park observes 12 paid holidays in addition to paid time off as well as reduced costs for use of park facilities.

DIVERSITY & INCLUSION

Tower Grove Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are also committed to creating a diverse workplace. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age or veteran status.

Please apply on Indeed and/or return all application materials to jobs@towergrovepark.org