Gardener Helper

This position is at the U.S. Botanic Garden (USBG), inspiring people to appreciate, study, and conserve plants to enrich society locally and globally.

What you will do

• Grows and propagates a wide variety of accessioned collection plants for display.
• Assists in managing, maintaining, and cultivating specialized plant group collections.
• Re-plants, divides, roots, and prunes plant specimens to maintain optimum plant health.
• Develops and maintains updated records, schedules, and accurate labeling.
• Assists in the installation of aesthetic and educational plant displays.
• Participates in USBG sustainability efforts including composting and recycling.

What you need

• Valid and unexpired State driver's license.
• US citizenship or eligible residency status.
• Working knowledge to grow and maintain a diverse group of plants.

About the role

Contract: full-time. Hours: regular and recurring weekend work, evenings and holidays as needed. Location: Washington, District of Columbia. Salary: $24.50 to $31.19 per hour.