Employment Opportunities at Powell Gardens
Thank you for your interest in joining Powell Gardens’ team. Job descriptions and application requirements are listed below.
Communications & Development
Powell Gardens seeks to hire an Events Specialist to manage the annual fundraiser, major event fundraisers within the Gardens’ seasonal campaigns and festivals, and stewardship events. This position is responsible for meeting and exceeding the fundraising goals for each fundraiser through sponsorships, tickets sales, auctions, etc. Reporting to and working with the Director of Development & Communications, the Events Specialist plays a vital role in supporting Powell Gardens’ efforts to build donor relationships, increase community awareness and fundraise.
This position will center on the planning and implementation of these events and will require cross-departmental collaboration and innovative thinking. The position works closely with volunteer planning committees and the core festival planning teams.
To apply, email a resume and references to Daren Fristoe, Human Resource Manager, at dfristoe@powellgardens.org.
Education
- Coordinate business and community development efforts that enhance the missions of both Powell Gardens and LUCE through impactful educational programming, research projects and career mentorship.
- Create, prioritize and execute an educational and research plan leveraging areas of the Gardens and Lincoln University expertise.
- Develop and establish benchmarks and timelines; develop metrics and management systems to ensure success.
- Gather input from key internal and external stakeholders; sit on the Executive Committee as a non-voting member providing detailed reports and information to inform future decision-making regarding the partnership.
- Consider budget implications, facility/maintenance requirements, education/exhibition/program requirements and development and marketing opportunities in all proposed programming.
- Coordinate closely with the Manager of educational Powell Gardens on the slate of programs, registrations. marketing, facility/garden usage and visitor experience to deliver high quality, impactful programs.
- Adhere to LUCE program implementation expectations as well as coordinate and collaborate under the Powell Gardens sub-brand, Institute for Regenerative Agriculture, with key partners and programs, as appropriate.
To apply, please submit the following to Human Resources -Lincoln University, 101 Young Hall PO Box 29, Jefferson City, MO 65102-0029 or send via email to schlosserk@lincolnu.edu.
- Complete Lincoln University Employment Application (available at www.lincolnu.edu)
- Cover Letter
- Resume or Curriculum Vitae
- Transcripts with Degree & Date Earned (may be unofficial but must provide original transcripts upon hire)
Are you an aspiring educator interested in gaining some experience with informal education and life science? Powell Gardens is looking for an intern to assist with onsite field trips and guided tours during the summer. The Education Intern will have the opportunity to instruct students and adults and to practice hands-on teaching, inquiry, and onsite interpretation strategies.
Interns will gain insight, skills and mentorship through widely diverse gardens and grounds. Interns will be invited to meet and learn from other non-education professionals at the Garden including administration, horticulture, and development. The goal of the internship is to be exposed to diverse specializations within education, theory, and practice, and instill a passion for public gardens.
To apply, email a resume and references to Daren Fristoe, Human Resource Manager, at dfristoe@powellgardens.org.
Horticulture
The Assistant Director of Horticulture will assume a critical role in providing management support for the Horticulture Department. Leading a team of 20+ employees and the strategic objective to Develop A Sustainable Garden That Supports Excellence in Display, Education and Conservation, the Assistant Director is responsible for day-to-day management of high impact themed gardens including design, installation maintenance, and display. Administrative duties include developing budgets, monitoring spending, annual performance reviews, and approving staff hours worked for payroll.
The Assistant Director must have a solid understanding of the nature, role and operation of botanic gardens and their collections, associated best practices and display. An appreciation for native plants and conservation are stressed. He/she will collaborate with other senior leaders to facilitate an integrated approach among the Gardens’ priorities in horticulture, maintenance, education, fundraising and the visitor experience.
To apply, email a resume and references to Daren Fristoe, Human Resource Manager, at dfristoe@powellgardens.org.
This gardener position, under the supervision of the Lead Horticulturist, assists with overall horticultural installation, display, maintenance, growing crops, and collections care. This position, based out of the North Gardens, will assist the garden teams listed below. Assisting with seasonal festival installation and support of the Garden is an additional responsibility.
- North Zone Gardens include the Menu Garden with a focus on edible crops, tropical and temperate Garden Galleries, Villandry, and Children’s Gardens that includes a butterfly habitat
- Core Gardens include the Fountain Garden, Island Garden, Chapel gardens, Woodland & Stream Garden, and Perennial Garden
- Visitor Center Gardens
To apply, email a resume and references to Daren Fristoe, Human Resource Manager, at dfristoe@powellgardens.org.
This position is responsible for the overall display and maintenance of the turf of assigned areas within the Core Gardens, Visitor Center Gardens, Heartland Harvest Garden, and Production Greenhouse at Powell Gardens. The highest quality and execution should be focused on lawn care maintenance providing visitors to Powell Gardens a setting for a botanical garden experience.
To apply, email a resume and references to Daren Fristoe, Human Resource Manager, at dfristoe@powellgardens.org.
Property & Facilities
This position is responsible for the custodial care of the Powell Gardens campus. The primary role of this
position is to maintain the cleanliness of public and staff areas of the garden campus, provide support for special vents (setup and tear-down), order supplies and vending materials.
To apply, complete the online application below.
Online Application
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