18h ago
Sustainability and Gardens Manager
Cincinnati, Ohio
$45.8k-$49.9k / year
full-timemidnon-profit
💼 About This Role
You'll oversee care, planning, and stewardship of all landscaped and natural spaces across a 470-acre sculpture park, leading sustainable garden operations and habitat improvement. You'll strengthen environmental impact and enhance guest experiences through hands-on gardening, volunteer coordination, and community partnerships.
🎯 What You'll Do
- Oversee daily care of gardens, native plants, pollinator habitats, and trees
- Plan seasonal plantings and maintenance schedules
- Lead invasive species removal and ecological restoration projects
- Develop sustainability initiatives like composting and rainwater collection
📋 Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Horticulture, or related field
- 2+ years practical experience in gardening or ecological restoration
- Knowledge of native plants, pollinators, and sustainable practices
- Ability to lift 50 lbs and work outdoors in varied weather
✨ Nice to Have
- Certifications in sustainable horticulture or pollinator gardening
- Experience with invasive species identification and removal
- Grant reporting and donor proposal assistance
🎁 Benefits & Perks
- 🏖️ 15 vacation days, 5 sick days, 12 paid holidays
- 🏥 Health, dental, and vision insurance (70% employer-paid)
- 💰 Employer-matched retirement plan
- 📚 Professional development opportunities
📨 Hiring Process
Estimated timeline: 2-4 weeks · AI estimate
- 1Online application· 15 min
- 2Phone screen with HR· 30 min
- 3Interview with hiring manager· 60 min
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