Horticulturist II
Position Description
Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory (CSHL) is seeking an experienced Horticulturalist to join the Facilities department. The ideal candidate will assist in design, order, plant and maintain annual and perennial flower beds and planters throughout the Lab grounds.
Position Responsibilities
Additional responsibilities include:
- Watering, fertilizing and deadheading as needed.
- Pruning of shrubs and small trees.
- Creating seasonal displays in planters and flower beds. (Spring, Halloween, Winter holidays, etc.)
- Ordering, decorating, hanging holiday wreaths.
- Assisting with holiday lighting.
Position Requirements
Education: High school degree required. Associate’s degree in horticulture or a related field preferred.
Experience: Must have at least 2 years’ horticultural experience. Experience landscaping and 3-5 years’ experience working with various types of plants preferred.
Skills: Must have a solid working knowledge of plants, plant pests and general horticulture and an eye for detail.
Others: Must be comfortable working outside in various weather conditions and must have a valid driver’s license.
Supplemental Information
Compensation and Benefits:
Our employees are compensated in many ways for their contributions to our mission, including competitive pay, exceptional health benefits, retirement plans, time off, a range of recognition, wellness programs and access to an affordable and licensed on-site childcare center. Visit our CSHL Benefits site to learn more.
How to Apply:
For immediate consideration, candidates should create an account and apply to the position found here: https://www.cshl.edu/about-us/careers/ Position ID: 0056
Environment:
Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory is a world-renowned research and education institution recognized internationally for its excellence in fundamental areas, such as cancer, neuroscience, plant biology, genomics, and quantitative biology. The Laboratory has long been recognized as a place for nurturing young scientists, with post-doctoral researchers being an integral part of the discovery process. The Laboratory offers a warm, collegial, and collaborative work environment in a beautiful location about one hour from New York City.
You are required to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 as a condition to your employment at the Laboratory. You will be required to provide proof of your vaccination on your first day of employment. For those individuals, who are unable to receive a vaccine due to access issues, they will be expected to receive the vaccine upon arrival in New York.
CSHL is an EO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. VEVRAA Federal Contractor