Horticulturist-Garden Curator

Horticulturist-Garden Curator Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. Please see Special Instructions for more details. Curator position for Heritage and Perennial Gardens Garden Experience – State Botanical Garden University of Georgia Contact the recruitment contact for more details. Posting Details Posting Number S15598P Working Title Horticulturist-Garden Curator Department PSO-State Botanic Garden of GA About the University of Georgia Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state’s flagship university ( The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine. About the College/Unit/Department College/Unit/Department website Posting Type External Retirement Plan TRS Employment Type Employee Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible Full/Part time Full Time Work Schedule Additional Schedule Information M-F 8am-5pm Occasional weekends and weeknights for special events (i.e. Spring Plant Sale) Advertised Salary Commensurate with Experience Posting Date 08/13/2026 Open until filled Yes Closing Date Proposed Starting Date 09/14/2026 Location of Vacancy Athens Area EEO Policy Statement The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (View email address on click.appcast.io). USG Core Values Statement The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning, as well the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 08.02.18.01.02 . Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 06.05 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom . Preferred Qualifications Plan, plant, curate and manage the assigned areas at the State Botanical Garden of Georgia. Duties and responsibilities include planting design, selection, and acquisition of plant species and cultivars appropriate for this garden. The curator will work closely with the Director of Horticulture & Grounds to ensure accurate plant accessioning, inventory and record keeping, make certain that plant labels and interpretive signs are correct and in place, and ensure that plazas, pathways, lighting, and architectural features are safe, clean and in good condition. The candidate will supervise part-time employees, students and volunteers. Engage in outreach activities to individuals, businesses, plant societies, botanical and horticultural organizations that might provide support or services. Contribute to the Garden’s newsletter and participate in various committees, educational programs, special events and other grounds/horticultural projects as needed. Work weekend or evening shift approximately six times a year. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies Candidate must possess the horticultural knowledge necessary for the curation and management of diverse and extensive botanical and horticultural collections including proper fertilization, irrigation, propagation, pruning, and pest management techniques (including pesticide application). Candidate must also be knowledgeable of plant nomenclature, labeling, accessioning, and record keeping (including data entry into records databases, database maintenance, and production of plant labels). Physical Demands Working in Inclement weather (extreme hot and/or cold, rain, etc.) Occasionally lifting +50lbs, lifting 25lbs repeatedly Performance of manual labor (moderately high physical demands including reaching, stooping, and kneeling) Sit at a computer for extended periods of time Duties associated with landscaping. Driving as necessary to complete job duties Duties/Responsibilities Design and installation of annual plant material. Maintenance of permanent plant collections in assigned area to include watering, fertilizing, propagating, weeding, pest control, pesticide application leaf/ litter removal, deadheading, and mulching. Specialized seasonal maintenance to include winter pruning of specimen woody ornamentals, division of herbaceous material, seed collection, and seasonal pruning of flowering shrubs. Routine maintenance of turf areas within display gardens to include mowing, fertilizer application, and renovation of areas as needed. Participation in garden design and planning activities. All other duties as assigned. Percentage of time 45 Research plant selections for possible inclusion in assigned area collections. Develop sources for acquiring plants, seeds, etc. Submit purchase requests and production needs to Director of Horticulture & Grounds. Maintain accurate and up to date inventory records with special attention to changes in accession data. Keep plant species labeled and note any changes in nomenclature. Participate in garden wide collections inventory process. Percentage of time 20 Supervise part-time employees, student workers (paid and unpaid) and volunteers in proper horticultural maintenance procedures. Percentage of time 20 Participate in Garden’s public service and educational programs. Assist in the set-up and breakdown required for internal events, search committees, and programs. Help with installations of seasonal and major displays at the Garden and with booths at trade and flower shows. Percentage of time 10 Assist Director of Horticulture and Grounds in achieving departmental goals. Assist other horticulture and grounds staff members in their duties and responsibilities. Adhere to all regulations for occupational and chemical safety under Worker protection Standard (WPS) and OHSA requirements. Obtain (within 6 months of hire) and maintain Georgia Commercial Pesticide Applicators license/s. Routine maintenance of tools, vehicles, and equipment. Percentage of time 5 Contact Information Recruitment Contact Contact Details For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below. Recruitment Contact Name Jason Young Recruitment Contact Email View email address on click.appcast.io Recruitment Contact Phone Posting Specific Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). Applicant Documents Required Documents Resume/CV Cover Letter Optional Documents #J-18808-Ljbffr University of Georgia