Horticulturalist

Job Description

Job Description

Broadmead: A Community Where You Belong, Grow, and Flourish

At Broadmead, we are more than a workplace. We are a values-driven community shaped by compassion, rooted in purpose, and guided by Quaker principles. We promote a culture where respect, integrity, and belonging are not aspirations, but the lived experience of everyone who walks through our doors.

We believe that when individuals thrive, communities flourish. That's why we've built an environment where your work doesn't just support a role, it shapes a legacy. Your contributions inspire progress, strengthen bonds, and enrich lives both within and beyond our campus.

What You Can Expect at Broadmead

• Opportunities to Grow
  Life-long learning never stops at Broadmead. Whether you're building new skills, exploring new paths, or stepping into leadership, we provide the resources, mentorship, and encouragement to help you grow with purpose—and with Broadmead.
• A Culture that Welcomes You
  Belonging at Broadmead is not just a principle, it's our practice. We value all voices, celebrate individual perspectives, and harness the power of collaboration to build a vibrant, inclusive community.
• Work that Feels Like More
  Purpose lives at the center of what we do. Here, your efforts are meaningful, your presence matters, and your work leaves a lasting impact on the lives of others.
• A Commitment to Your Well-Being
  From competitive compensation and wellness initiatives to flexible support systems, Broadmead cares for the people who care for our community. Your well-being fuels our shared success.

At Broadmead, you are not just a team member, you are a partner for a purpose that endures. Together, we're enriching lives, building community, and ensuring everyone has the opportunity to belong, grow, and flourish.

Join us. Grow with us. Flourish with us.

Broadmead's beautiful 95-acre campus is more than a place to work. It's a place where your expertise can make a lasting impact on residents, the environment, and the community every day. If you're passionate about horticulture, sustainability, and creating vibrant outdoor spaces, we invite you to grow your career with us.

Horticulturalist

Full-Time | Broadmead, Cockeysville, MD

M-F 8AM-4:30AM

Salary Range: $25.80 - $38.70/hour (based on exp)

Cultivate Beauty. Inspire Wellness. Grow Your Career.

Join Broadmead , Maryland's oldest continuing care retirement community, and become part of a team dedicated to enriching lives through exceptional living environments and holistic wellness. Our stunning 95-acre campus is home to more than 500 residents and serves as a welcoming destination for employees, families, and community members.

As our Horticulturalist , you'll play a key role in preserving and enhancing Broadmead's natural beauty through innovative landscape design, sustainable land stewardship, resident engagement, and hands-on horticultural expertise.

From colorful seasonal displays and thriving gardens to nature trails, green roofs, and sustainability initiatives, you'll have the opportunity to make a visible and meaningful impact every day.

Why Choose Broadmead?

At Broadmead, we believe our team members deserve the same level of care and support we provide to our residents.

Outstanding Benefits Include:

✔ Comprehensive benefits package for team members working 30+ hours per week
✔ Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
✔ Annual team member bonus based on organizational performance
✔ Bi-annual resident gift checks for non-exempt team members
✔ Scholarship opportunities for continued education and growth
✔ Career Ladder programs designed to help you advance
✔ Free parking and complimentary shuttle service to the light rail
✔ Discounted monthly bus passes
✔ Access to our state-of-the-art Health & Wellness Center before or after your shift (showers available)

Why work anywhere else when you can grow with Broadmead?

What You'll Do

As Broadmead's horticultural expert, you will:

• Design, plan, and implement campus beautification and landscaping initiatives
• Create and maintain seasonal flower displays, annual beds, and ornamental plantings
• Diagnose and treat plant diseases, pests, and other horticultural challenges
• Care for trees, shrubs, lawns, gardens, and specialty plantings across the campus
• Support sustainable landscape practices, green roof maintenance, bio-retention ponds, and stormwater management areas
• Maintain and enhance Broadmead's nature trails and outdoor gathering spaces
• Partner with landscape contractors to ensure high-quality grounds maintenance
• Meet with new residents to discuss landscaping around their homes and provide horticultural guidance
• Serve as a resource for residents regarding vegetable gardens, flower gardens, and greenhouse activities
• Lead educational programs and presentations on gardening, sustainability, and landscape stewardship
• Support resident committees, including Trails and Building & Grounds Committees
• Assist with grounds-related budgeting, purchasing, and capital planning initiatives
• Respond to severe weather events and other grounds-related needs as necessary

What You BringRequired Qualifications

• Associate Degree in Horticulture and at least 5 years of hands-on horticultural experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Horticulture
• Spanish language skills

Knowledge & Experience

• Extensive knowledge of plant identification, cultivation, and maintenance
• Experience diagnosing and treating plant diseases and pest issues
• Understanding of sustainable landscape management practices
• Knowledge of green roof installation and maintenance
• Experience selecting and applying fertilizers, herbicides, pesticides, fungicides, and seeds
• Familiarity with grounds equipment operation, maintenance, and repair
• Understanding of OSHA and MOSHA safety standards
• Experience with inventory management, purchasing, and budgeting
• Strong customer service skills and the ability to build positive relationships with residents, families, vendors, and coworkers

Additional Requirements

• Valid driver's license with a good driving record

Make a Difference Every Day

This is more than a horticulture role. It's an opportunity to blend your passion for plants, landscapes, sustainability, and community engagement while helping create an exceptional living experience for Broadmead residents.

Apply today and help shape the beauty, wellness, and environmental stewardship of one of Maryland's premier retirement communities.