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Public Educator/ Garden Center Manager

Heritage: A Native Plant Nursery

Georgetown, Delaware

Job Type Permanent
Salary $25 per hour
Deadline Feb 28, 2026

We are looking for a passionate educator to manage our first all native retail garden center. Slated to open in April 2026, Heritage will be an all native plant retail garden center aiming to help customers bring ecological landscaping to their residential and commercial properties. We are seeking someone who has a strong background in native plants, is able to educate and interface with customers about the benefits of native plants. They ideally will love engaging with people of diverse backgrounds and skill levels to aid them in making steps towards bringing wildlife back into their gardens. The perfect candidate will love being outdoors, educating the public and be highly organized. We are looking for someone who will be actively engaged in building this business in the long run. Seasonally flexible hours with starting pay of $25 per hour. Position will primarily work at our new location in Georgetown DE.

Contact: clark@heritagenativeplantnursery.com  with a resume and cover letter.

Duties

  • Supervise daily store operations, including inventory management, merchandising, and sales activities
  • Manage customer interactions by providing expert advice on native plants, gardening techniques, and sustainable practices to enhance customer satisfaction.
  • Handle cash register operations, POS systems, cashiering duties, and daily financial reconciliations with accuracy and integrity.
  • Implement marketing strategies to promote native plant products and community programs that increase store visibility and sales.
  • Maintain accurate records of sales transactions and payroll
  • This job requires the ability to work outside in all weather conditions and lift 50+ lbs frequently and repeatedly
Category General / Stewardship
Tags Nature Center