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Location : Wheaton, MD
Job Type: Seasonal
Job Number: CGA23
Department: MC Parks
Division: Horticulture Frstry and Env Ed
Opening Date: 11/03/2023
Closing Date: 12/3/2023 11:59 PM Eastern
Description
Montgomery Parks- Horticulture Forestry and Environmental Education Division is currently seeking a Conservatory Assistant to help care for plants inside the Conservatory at Brookside Gardens, a public horticulture display garden located in Wheaton, Maryland. This is a year-round, part-time 30-hours/week position, mostly on weekdays with some weekend and holiday work required. The ideal candidate is energetic, enthusiastic about plants and enjoys interacting with people.
Throughout the year, Brookside Gardens hosts more than 1,000,000 visitors, many at engaging programs and events for children and adults, including the summer live butterfly exhibit and winter light display. We welcome applicants who reflect the diversity of our community and can help us become a more inclusive garden for staff and visitors. Go to our website to learn more about Brookside Gardens.
This position pays at a rate of $16.00 per hour.
Examples of Important Duties
Supplemental Information
Important Skills and Characteristics
Preferred Qualifications
The work environment is inside a public display glass Conservatory with exposure to temperature extremes such high heat and humidity and cold damp conditions. Must be able to perform strenuous work, stoop, bend, stretch, pull, and lift up to 50 pounds.
A background investigation will be completed prior to hire.
DIVERSITY STATEMENT: Montgomery County Department of Parks believes that diversity in all dimensions of the organization supports and bolsters the innovative thinking essential to its success. Montgomery County Parks does not make hiring decisions on the basis of race, ethnicity, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, political affiliation, ideology, or status as a Veteran.
The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) is a six-time National Recreational and Parks Association Gold Medal Award Winner. Montgomery Parks has a career staff complement of nearly 800 employees, and we serve a diverse population of more than one million residents in the Washington, DC area. We manage 424 parks on over 37,000 acres of parkland. Go to our website to learn more: https://www.montgomeryparks.org/.
Get to know Montgomery Parks and the opportunities available: https://www.montgomeryparks.org/about/divisions/.
THE MARYLAND-NATIONAL CAPITAL PARK AND PLANNING COMMISSION
2023 BENEFIT SUMMARY FOR SEASONAL INTERMITTENT EMPLOYEES
The following information is a summary of benefits extended to all Seasonal employees of the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC). This is for informational purposes only and is subject to change.
Limited Benefits for Seasonal Employees
Health Insurance Plans
You are eligible for specific health insurance benefits if you worked, on average, 30 hours per week during your first 12 months of employment or from October 3rd to October 2nd each subsequent period following your first 12 months of employment. This equates to 1,560 hours over a 12-month period.
If and when you are eligible for benefits, you will receive notification directly from the Health & Benefits Office.
Eligible Employees Pay 35% of the health insurance plan premium and The Commission Pays 65%.
Prescription: CVS Caremark Prescription Plan
Other Benefits
This summary is intended to highlight some of the benefits offered by the M-NCPPC. It is not an all-inclusive agreement and is subject to change. For a more detailed description of benefits, please see the appropriate benefits brochure, service agreement or manual. For more information, contact The Health and Benefits Office at benefits@mncppc.org or 301-454-1694.
Location : Wheaton, MD
Job Type: Seasonal
Job Number: CGA23
Department: MC Parks
Division: Horticulture Frstry and Env Ed
Opening Date: 11/03/2023
Closing Date: 12/3/2023 11:59 PM Eastern
Description
Montgomery Parks- Horticulture Forestry and Environmental Education Division is currently seeking a Conservatory Assistant to help care for plants inside the Conservatory at Brookside Gardens, a public horticulture display garden located in Wheaton, Maryland. This is a year-round, part-time 30-hours/week position, mostly on weekdays with some weekend and holiday work required. The ideal candidate is energetic, enthusiastic about plants and enjoys interacting with people.
Throughout the year, Brookside Gardens hosts more than 1,000,000 visitors, many at engaging programs and events for children and adults, including the summer live butterfly exhibit and winter light display. We welcome applicants who reflect the diversity of our community and can help us become a more inclusive garden for staff and visitors. Go to our website to learn more about Brookside Gardens.
This position pays at a rate of $16.00 per hour.
Examples of Important Duties
- Assists Conservatory Gardeners install and maintain plants inside a glass display Conservatory.
- Performs daily plant care such as watering, grooming plants, planting, weeding, and pruning.
- Keeps aisles unobstructed and Conservatories clean throughout the day. Debris is removed promptly.
- Plants are always correctly watered with minimum effects on visitors.
- Directs and works with volunteers to execute a variety of horticultural maintenance tasks.
- Informs visitors respectfully of rules and permit requirements as needed.
- Responds in a positive and helpful manner to visitors' requests for information or services.
Supplemental Information
Important Skills and Characteristics
- Ability to accurately follow detailed instructions for a wide variety of tasks.
- Punctual and reliable.
- Strong communication and customer service skills.
- Capable of working in hot, humid environments.
- Knowledge of or willingness to learn plant identification, greenhouse control systems, plant cultural requirements, and disease and pest recognition.
- Ability to safely operate tools and equipment,
- Ability to work independently and as part of a highly collaborative team.
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous horticulture experience in a greenhouse or conservatory.
The work environment is inside a public display glass Conservatory with exposure to temperature extremes such high heat and humidity and cold damp conditions. Must be able to perform strenuous work, stoop, bend, stretch, pull, and lift up to 50 pounds.
A background investigation will be completed prior to hire.
DIVERSITY STATEMENT: Montgomery County Department of Parks believes that diversity in all dimensions of the organization supports and bolsters the innovative thinking essential to its success. Montgomery County Parks does not make hiring decisions on the basis of race, ethnicity, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, political affiliation, ideology, or status as a Veteran.
The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) is a six-time National Recreational and Parks Association Gold Medal Award Winner. Montgomery Parks has a career staff complement of nearly 800 employees, and we serve a diverse population of more than one million residents in the Washington, DC area. We manage 424 parks on over 37,000 acres of parkland. Go to our website to learn more: https://www.montgomeryparks.org/.
Get to know Montgomery Parks and the opportunities available: https://www.montgomeryparks.org/about/divisions/.
THE MARYLAND-NATIONAL CAPITAL PARK AND PLANNING COMMISSION
2023 BENEFIT SUMMARY FOR SEASONAL INTERMITTENT EMPLOYEES
The following information is a summary of benefits extended to all Seasonal employees of the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC). This is for informational purposes only and is subject to change.
Limited Benefits for Seasonal Employees
Health Insurance Plans
You are eligible for specific health insurance benefits if you worked, on average, 30 hours per week during your first 12 months of employment or from October 3rd to October 2nd each subsequent period following your first 12 months of employment. This equates to 1,560 hours over a 12-month period.
If and when you are eligible for benefits, you will receive notification directly from the Health & Benefits Office.
Eligible Employees Pay 35% of the health insurance plan premium and The Commission Pays 65%.
- Medical
- Kaiser Permanente Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) with Prescription Plan
- UnitedHealthcare Select Plan (EPO)
Other Benefits
- Credit Union
- Sick Leave Benefits
This summary is intended to highlight some of the benefits offered by the M-NCPPC. It is not an all-inclusive agreement and is subject to change. For a more detailed description of benefits, please see the appropriate benefits brochure, service agreement or manual. For more information, contact The Health and Benefits Office at benefits@mncppc.org or 301-454-1694.
