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Arboretum - Grounds Horticulturist

Connecticut College -
New London, CT

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Job Details

Full-time
$23.49 an hour
3 days ago

Qualifications

Equipment repair
Employee relationship building
Plant propagation
Associate's degree
Hand tools
Stakeholder relationship building

Full Job Description

Position Information

Position Title

Arboretum - Grounds Horticulturist

Department

Arboretum -Group

Pay Type

Non Exempt

Appointment Type (A)

Continuing Full-Time

Hours Per Week

Number of weeks

52 weeks per year

other - # of weeks

Benefits Eligible

Full Benefits

Geographical

Regional

Qualifies for Relocation Reimbursement

Work Schedule

Job Description

General Scope of Duties

Assist the Horticulturist in maintaining the Connecticut College Arboretum outdoor plant
collections and greenhouse.

General Duties and Responsibilities

1. Assist with maintenance of the indoor and outdoor plant collections to include natural
and managed areas, including invasive species and poison ivy management.
2. Assist the Horticulturist in monitoring trees for pests and diseases. Perform proper pest
treatment incorporating Integrated Pest Management (IPM) standards and following state
pesticide laws.
3. Maintain and service tools, equipment and machinery; extend life of equipment by
performing regular maintenance
4. Assist with the propagation and maintenance of adequate supplies of varied plants for
academic courses, research projects and ornamental purposes
5. Wear/and or use proper safety equipment as prescribed for the job
6. Ensure all work processes comply with OSHA requirements/regulations and college
policies and procedures
7. Assist the Horticulturist in providing work direction to student workers and volunteers
8. Other duties as necessary or as assigned

Education and Skills

1. Work requires knowledge of landscape management, arboriculture, plant biology and
plant propagation normally acquired through completion of an associate’s degree
program in landscape management, nursery management or related field. Three years of
experience in landscaping is also required.
2. Maintain a valid Connecticut pesticide operator or supervisor license
3. Ability to operate, maintain and repair hand and power equipment
4. Strong organization skills and ability to set priorities and keep to deadlines
5. Ability to work with a team and build and sustain key relationships with students,
researchers, staff and faculty members
6. No travel required

Preferred Qualifications

Physical Demands

Driving Required

Yes

Salary Range

$23.49

Note

Connecticut College is committed to fair and competitive compensation. The final offer will reflect the candidate’s experience, education, and the institution’s pay structure to ensure internal equity.

Applicant Credentialing

Thorough applicant credentialing will be conducted on the selected candidate which will include criminal records check, DMV check and depending on the position psychological exam and pre-placement physical.

Posting Detail Information

Open Date

08/17/2026

Applications accepted through

Open Until Filled

Yes

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