Native Landscapes & Garden Center Assistant - Retail Focus
$38,000–$40,000 year
On-siteSanibel, Florida, United States
Job Summary
Educate the public about native plants, island ecology, and the Foundation's mission while providing technical advice on horticulture and plant identification. Answer customer questions, assist with plant selection and purchases, and process sales transactions. Create and print informational signage, manage inventory and Point of Sale systems, and compile reports for bank deposits. Coordinate plant deliveries, order wholesale stock, and maintain irrigation schedules with weekly checks. Maintain clean, weed-free retail areas and ensure healthy nursery stock through watering, pruning, and IPM practices. Mentor interns, support educational programs and events, and assist with special projects like floral arrangements. Work independently or as part of a team in outdoor conditions year-round, including occasional evenings and weekends from January through April.
Required Qualifications
- B.S/B.A. in Horticulture, Biology, Botany, Plant Science, or other natural science, or equivalent relevant professional experience
- Passion for plants and conservation
- Friendly and personable
- Possess great customer service and communication skills
- Work efficiently with minimal supervision
- Willingness to shift tasks as changing circumstances require, including the ability to prioritize duties while maintaining a 'go with the flow', positive attitude
- Be highly organized and self-motivated
- Have the ability to work with and coordinate volunteers and interns
- Ability to maintain professional attitude at all times and represent SCCF professionally at all times
- Working knowledge of computer operations, including Microsoft Office, Google Suite, and willingness to learn industry specific applications, including Point of Sale software
- Must pass a pre-employment drug screening and background check
- Must possess a valid U.S. driver's license
- Must be willing to work independently or as part of a team in a variety of weather conditions
- Must be willing to work occasional evenings and weekends on a seasonal basis (January-April)
- Willingness and ability to perform physical work outside in all weather conditions
- Must be able to repetitively lift/push/pull up to 50 lbs.
- Ability to carry, climb, kneel, stoop, reach, dig, load, and unload various objects for extended periods of time
- Ability to work on your feet for long periods
Desired Qualifications
- Knowledge of Florida native plants, southwest Florida habitats, and/or coastal barrier island environments
- Experience working in a plant nursery or greenhouse operation
- FNGLA Professional Certifications, or willingness to obtain upon employment
- Florida commercial pesticide licensing, or willingness to obtain upon employment
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