Science Jobs in Theodore, AL

Summary: For nearly a century, Bellingrath Gardens and Home has embellished its renowned outdoor display beds with plants propagated and grown on-site in Bellingrath's own greenhouse facilities.

We are looking for a greenhouse and nursery manager who loves to grow plants, and can grow just about anything-bedding plants, specialty seasonal display plants (trained Chrysanthemums, poinsettias, etc.

), annuals, perennials, trees, shrubs, vines, etc. We envision the successful candidate to be someone who leads while working alongside a team-maintaining all aspects of greenhouse and nursery maintenance and production at Bellingrath Gardens & Home. Primary responsibilities: Oversee all

nursery/greenhouse operations and protocols, including but not limited to: crop scheduling, propagation, growing, integrated pest management, finishing, and finished crop transfer to garden Work with Display Designer, the Horticulture team, and the Director of Horticulture to develop procurement, scheduling, propagation, growing, and finishing protocols for all bedding plants, florist pot crops (including our cascading chrysanthemums, poinsettias, etc.

), permanent garden plants, and trial plants Work alongside Assistant Nursery Manager to oversee all aspects or personnel management, including daily and weekly assignments Work with Director of Horticulture to develop and monitor annual

nursery budget and expenses Work with Director of Horticulture to develop and implement plant trials Propagate and produce, or procure from other supplies all plants to sell at seasonal plant sales and ongoing sales in the Atrium with a goal of maximizing and annually increasing earned income backss and communicate proper safety practices throughout the nursery complex Work alongside Assistant Nursery Manager to ensure that professional standards of cleanliness and sanitation are being met by the staff and for the plants Regularly discuss with Director of Horticulture, Executive Director, and Maintenance Manager needed upgrades and major repairs of these facilities (i.

e. greenhouse irrigation, climate control, shade systems, etc. ) and related structures Apply pesticides and/or schedule applications as needed to protect and benefit crops Organize greenhouse plants to optimize growing conditions, inventory, and crop handling for each plant variety Work with Director of Horticulture to maintain accurate documentation and storage of nursery chemicals according to Alabama Department of Agriculture and Industries requirements Assist in planning for new or renovated greenhouse/nursery complex and associated facilities Other duties as assigned Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Associate's degree in horticulture or related subject required; bachelor's degree preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and experience Proven proficiency in all aspects of nursery crop production Proven proficiency in all aspects of plant propagation Proven management skills including hiring, training, scheduling, and mentoring staff Proven organizational skills Experienced knowledge of greenhouse and nursery equipment and tools Moderate to advanced knowledge of plant taxonomy Ability to work daily for extended periods of time in climatic conditions typical to Mobile, Alabama Ability to lift 50+ pounds Current Alabama Commercial Pesticide Applicator's License, or ability to procure one upon hire Valid driver's license We are searching for a Greenhouse and Nursery Manger ready to lead Bellingrath Gardens and Home to a new standard of plant production excellence.

Does this sound like you? To apply, please submit a resume, cover letter of interest, and at least two professional references to: lingrath Gardens & Home is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, interaction, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other legally protected basis under applicable federal, state, or local law.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Bellingrath Gardens & Home makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time. For more details: jobs-search. org/greenhouse-manager_grand-bay-c424243/greenhouse-manager-grand-bay_i1966559506