HORTICULTURIST ASSISTANT at Longwood Gardens – Kennett Square, Pennsylvania

As one of the great gardens of the world located just 30 miles outside of Philadelphia, Longwood Gardens is rooted in a steadfast mission of bringing joy and inspiration to everyone through the beauty of nature, conservation, and learning. Across our many departments, each and every staff member creates the magic that makes our Gardens distinctive. Our team of dynamic professionals is what sets us apart, and our spirit of legacy, innovation, and opportunity is what guides us. While beauty is our heart, our people are our soul.

Longwood Gardens is seeking a part time Horticulturist Assistant for the Outdoor Landscape Division. This position offers a unique opportunity to work in the historic Pierre’s Allée and surrounding native plant areas. This individual will join a skilled horticultural team and will learn to perform a wide range of horticultural tasks and duties with guidance. Responsibilities will include watering, weeding, mulching and planting. This individual will work with students, volunteers, and other staff members to create and maintain the garden's horticultural excellence.

We are looking for a candidate with a passion for native plants and the outdoors. The ideal candidate will have:

• Desire to learn and advance in the field of horticulture.
• Basic horticultural experience and experience working in a public garden are preferred.
• The ability to bend, stoop, and lift at least 50 pounds.
• Ability to work from ladders and small equipment.
• A valid driver’s license and be willing to adhere to Longwood’s safety protocols.
• The ability to work occasional weekends to support watering tasks.

The successful candidates will be effective working as part of a team as well as independently and have the ability to work from ladders and aerial lifts up to 30 feet. Horticultural knowledge and skills would be helpful, but more importantly a willingness and ability to learn and perform manual repetitive tasks is needed.

Longwood Gardens is committed to nurturing a diverse and inclusive environment that celebrates the complexities and differences of all living things. We welcome and respect diverse backgrounds, life experiences, and perspectives. Diversity creates a more beautiful world, sparks innovation, and unites us.