Horticulturist

Tulsa Zoo Management
Tulsa, OK
Category Operations
Job Description
Role Overview

The Horticulturist performs skilled and semi-skilled landscape duties and functions necessary to maintain Tulsa Zoo's plant collections, landscapes, and grounds. This role requires the ability to work independently and efficiently to meet or exceed desired standards.

What You Will Do

The Horticulturist will oversee, install, and sustain turf, landscaping, and botanical garden collections, perform related maintenance, plant and maintain woody and herbaceous species, propagate plant materials, and identify common native plant species.

Why It Might Be a Fit

The ideal candidate will have an Associate's degree in horticulture or a related field, two years of related experience, and the ability to work weekends, evenings, and holidays. The Horticulturist will be responsible for maintaining plant inventory and records, training and assisting volunteers/interns, and recognizing signs of pest infestation.

Requirements

  • Associate's degree in horticulture or related field
  • Two years of related experience and/or training
  • Ability to work weekends, evenings, and holidays
  • Must be 18 years or older
  • Possess a valid driver's license
  • Be insurable on TZMI's insurance carrier

Benefits

  • Free family-level Tulsa Zoo membership
  • Medical, dental, and vision benefits
  • 401k
  • Food, beverage, and retail discounts on zoo grounds
  • Generous paid time off plans
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