Job Opportunity: UC Davis GATEways Horticulturist

[Angelica Sauceda]

UC Davis Job Opening: GATEways Horticulturist

Please help spread the word about a great job opportunity at the UC Davis Arboretum and Public Garden focusing on the development and stewardship of Arboretum plant collections and GATEways teaching gardens, cutting-edge sustainable and educational landscapes that engage millions of visitors! The position will be part of a larger team working to make the campus landscape more beautiful, sustainable, engaging, and reflective of the unique academic work of UC Davis. We’re looking for creative and energetic candidates who will enjoy collaborating with diverse campus and community partners and mentoring UC Davis students.

 

For the full job description and information on how to apply, go to https://arboretum.ucdavis.edu/blog/job-opening-gateways-horticulturist. Apply by August 18, 2022 for full consideration.

 

GATEways Horticulturist Job Summary:

 

Under the supervision of the Arboretum and Public Garden’s (APG) Director of Public Horticulture and Engagement and in close coordination with the Director of GATEways Horticulture and Teaching Gardens, this position operates as a project manager for projects to develop and improve GATEways teaching gardens and scientific plant collections in the Arboretum and on the UC Davis campus. Works directly with UC Davis faculty, students, and staff as well as with key community members to design and care for cutting-edge sustainable and educational landscapes that incorporate sustainable gardening strategies, innovative uses of space and technology, art, interpretive signs, plant labels, changing exhibits, and public programs that engage University visitors. Sustainable strategies include selecting regionally-appropriate plants and climate-ready plants (e.g., California native plants, Mediterranean climate plants, and desert plants) and garden designs that result in low-input and low-maintenance landscapes. Responsible for developing, managing, and implementing student internship programs, volunteer programs, and lifelong learning programs with a focus on the intersection of horticulture and health and wellbeing. Responsible for developing, managing, and supervising high-level and highly-skilled volunteers, civic and student service clubs, and others. Participates in a variety of fundraising activities for assigned GATEways projects, including writing grants for project and program support and providing funding proposal materials. As needed, provides donor engagement and stewardship support for Arboretum and Public Garden and GATEways donors. Manages all aspects of assigned projects, including supervision of students and volunteers, budget planning, and expense reporting. Actively participates as an expert in assigned areas such as biodiversity, sustainability, edible landscaping, urban horticulture, climate adaptation, and green infrastructure which are the core components connecting campus landscapes with UC Davis academic and research programs.

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