Assistant Garden Manager at Brooklyn Grange, LLC – Brooklyn, New York

TITLE: ASSISTANT GARDEN MANAGER

DEPT: DESIGN/BUILD/MAINTENANCE

LOCATION: BROOKLYN NAVY YARD, GREATER NY METRO AREA

JOB TYPE: FULL TIME, SEASONAL

ABOUT THE POSITION:

Brooklyn Grange seeks a focused, positive, hardworking horticulturalist to help maintain our off-site, client based urban gardens and landscapes. The Assistant Garden Manager is an aesthetically driven, diligent worker who can maintain and execute Brooklyn Grange’s standards for landscaped indoor and outdoor gardens. Applicants should be comfortable both working independently and leading a small team of gardeners.

This position requires early mornings and physical labor in varied weather conditions, as well as travel to client sites across New York City.

SCHEDULE:

• Monday–Friday, 35–45 hours/week; early mornings (as early as 6am)

• Travel to client sites across NYC and Long Island

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Plant maintenance and cultivation of a range of urban gardens and landscapes including but not limited to green roofs, meadow landscapes, container gardens, terrace gardens, green walls, street tree beds, edible landscapes, and in ground gardens.

• Oversee and perform all aspects of plant maintenance, quality control, and successful upkeep of garden sites, including but not limited to planting, pest and disease management, pruning, deadheading, weeding, mulching, irrigating, lawn maintenance, irrigation repair, holiday decor, and cleaning/sweeping.

• Lead and support Gardeners in day-to-day tasks; share site information with managers and serve as liaison between managers, clients, and gardener crew

• Log daily tasks and garden observations in the online record system as it relates to clients and sites

• As needed, participate in plant runs to regional nurseries, facilitating realtime substitute plant selections

• Uphold Brooklyn Grange’s standards for respect, professionalism, efficiency, and community

• Communicate clearly and concisely with department management and team

• Help maintain and contribute to the upkeep of Brooklyn Grange’s facilities spaces, including our rooftop farms, tool storage, plant nursery, and vehicles

• Assist with other administrative, onsite and facilities support as-needed

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE:

• Has 2+ years of experience in gardening and landscape maintenance

• Has an understanding of irrigation system management

• Has a valid driver’s license, a clean driving record, and is comfortable driving in New York City in minivans, cargo vans, and box trucks.

• Is a doer: upon finishing a task, will begin undertaking another; thinks big picture while also being attentive to the details.

• Can multitask and prioritize workload

• Is energetic, eager to learn new skills, and has a great work ethic

• Is punctual and time efficient

• Is collaborative and a natural motivator, can work alongside and support team, and leads by example

• Is adaptable to a variety of clients and settings, and at all times demonstrates professionalism, respect for client spaces, and good judgment

• Is comfortable working on rooftops, near ledges, and at other heights, while wearing appropriate safety gear

• Can lift 50 lbs. repeatedly, and can squat, kneel, bend over, and reach for extended periods of time.

WHAT WE’RE OFFERING:

• A progressive work environment that values teamwork, learning, and a solutions-oriented mindset. We work hard, we problem-solve, and we aim to approach challenges with curiosity and care.

• Hourly rate at $27.00

• Employer-sponsored medical, dental, and vision benefits available, effective the first full month following hire.

• Participation in the company’s life insurance plan, with option for additional coverage amountsEmployer matched up to 3% - Simple IRA, Retirement Savings Plan

• up to 15 days Paid Time Off annually

• 5 days of Sick and Safe Leave annually

• Discounted Employee CSA offering

• Access to NYC’s most delicious vegetables when in season

Brooklyn Grange is committed to supporting a diverse and multicultural team, and fostering an inclusive workplace. We consider all individuals for employment without regard to race, religion, age, sex, gender, disability, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, sexual orientation, familial status, military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you don’t meet every requirement of this position, but you are excited about the role and your past/lived experience meet some of the requirements, we encourage you to apply.

We strongly encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds.