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Arborist

Holden Forests & Gardens

Kirtland, Ohio

Job Type Permanent
Salary Details $21.60-$24.00/hour
Deadline Nov 17, 2024
Experience 2 - 6 years

ArboristHolden Arboretum
 Opportunity:
The Horticulture & Collections department seeks a skilled, professional arborist to join the Horticulture & Collections team. The Arborist will use sound horticultural and arboricultural principles to plant, establish, cultivate & prune trees, ensuring trees & woody plants are grown, cared for, and displayed in ideal conditions. This position will use land management skills to protect and enhance bodies of water, fields and meadows, trails, and other natural areas within the Arboretum. This position will also prune, maintain, and improve the trees and shrubs in the Collection. The Arborist will implement and facilitate progressive and continual improvement of individual specimen trees throughout the Arboretum Core with guidance from the Director of Land & Tree Care. This position will work closely and regularly with other members of the Horticulture & Collections department, to plan tree maintenance and pruning schedules.  The Arborist will manage occasional volunteer groups, and work collaboratively with departmental staff, sharing knowledge and training as appropriate to achieve tree care goals. All members of the Horticulture & Collections team contribute to elevating guest experience by sharing knowledge with guests and colleagues through HF&G education and social media streams. Occasional work will be required at the Cleveland Botanical Gardens and Leach Research Station campuses. We are seeking a professional with a positive can-do attitude that leads to successful teamwork, superb customer service and a high-quality aesthetic. When you join HF&G, you join a team of professionals who are passionate about improving Northeast Ohio’s communities through our mission-driven programs. By joining HF&G, you will not only have the opportunity to work in a beautiful setting, but you will also have the opportunity to contribute to our fulfilling and groundbreaking work. For full job posting click here.

HOW TO APPLY

Holden Forests & Gardens values an authentic sense of belonging at all levels of the organization, including staff, volunteers, Board of Directors, and visitors. HF&G believes that working toward an equitable culture that values all perspectives enriches the work environment, helping achieve our goal to build a greener and healthier Northeast Ohio. We are working to create and sustain a supportive environment and sense of belonging for people of all backgrounds. HF&G also provides regular DEAI training for staff, managers, volunteers and Board to create a welcoming and accessible environment.   Research shows that individuals from underrepresented backgrounds often apply to jobs only if they meet 100% of the qualifications. We recognize that it is highly unlikely that an applicant meets 100% of the qualifications for a given role. Therefore, if much of this job describes you, then you are highly encouraged to apply for this role. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.  Qualified applicants must submit résumé, cover letter explaining why you are interested in furthering their experience arboriculture and how this role is part of your career path along with 3 professional references by November 17, 2024 directly through this link.  Holden Forests & Gardens (Holden Arboretum and Cleveland Botanical Garden) is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to hiring a diverse and talented workforce. We seek skilled, knowledgeable, and experienced individuals to join our staff and enhance our reputation as one of the country’s foremost public gardens.

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Category Forestry