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Gardener
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Position Number: 6028568
Location: St Paul, MN
Position Type: Agriculture - Horticulture & Landscape Architecture

Gardener

Division: Finance & Administration
Department/Office: Grounds

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The Gardner position exists to provide gardening, turf management and winter snow removal for St. Catherine University. The expectation for this position is to complete daily support tasks in a timely manner, exercise good customer service skills, complete various inter-departmental projects and other tasks as assigned.

Responsibilities:

Works with Lead Horticulturist

Provides supervision of student staff, volunteers, and/or volunteer work crews;

may supervise special team projects

Responsible for the personal proper use and maintenance of tools, equipment, and materials;
performs minor maintenance of power equipment and irrigation;

refers more serious problems to the Lead Horticulturist or Mechanic; oversees proper use

and maintenance of tools and equipment by assigned student workers.

Responsible for maintaining required knowledge of established garden plants and turf.

Understanding the cultural requirements to maintain their growth and cultivation

Responsible for the continual development of student workers and building positive employee relations by coaching, counseling, mentoring, motivating, resolving conflict, praising, documentation of performance, etc.

Demonstrates a continual positive effort to maintain effective working relationships with staff, volunteers, and management

Turf and lawn maintenance including tree care

Weed and water as needed

Work in the greenhouse; starting seedling, watering, spraying and propagating plant material

Perform snow removal duties, plowing, deicing, snow removal with Bobcat, and power sweeping the sidewalks

Performs regular inspections throughout the gardens; routine inspections may identify insect/disease problems, weed control needs, etc.; reports major problems or concerns to Lead Horticulturist

Salary: $22.63 - $25.01

Employees at St. Kate's feel a deep connection to the University's Mission and Vision, and they live their values at work. Benefits available to full-time employees include:

Fourteen (14) paid holidays and paid "gift" days when the University is closed.
Free tuition for employees and reduced tuition for their families after one year of service
Health, dental, and vision insurance
403b retirement plan access
Accrued sick time
Paid parental leave after one year of service

Specific information on all of our available benefits for full-time employees can be found HERE.
The salary range listed reflects a good-faith estimate of what we reasonably anticipate to pay for this position, based on market data and internal equity, at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be determined based on qualifications, experience, skills, and other relevant factors. St. Catherine reserves the right to modify or adjust compensation depending on University needs.
St. Catherine University in St. Paul, Minnesota, is a comprehensive Catholic university and home to one of the nation's largest colleges for women, with associate and graduate programs for all genders. Founded by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet in 1905, the University integrates liberal arts and professional education within the Catholic traditions of intellectual inquiry and social teaching. Committed to excellence and opportunity, St. Catherine enrolls students in certificate,

Minimum Qualifications:

Must possess a valid driver's license
Minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience in horticulture trades

Preferred Qualifications:

Associates degree or undergraduate study in horticulture, botany, or natural sciences
Supervisory experience with landscaper or garden staff preferred.
In-depth knowledge of plant culture, Best Management Practices, plant identification and design
preferred
Previous experience in garden or grounds maintenance with the ability to operate various types of hand
and power operated tools and equipment utilized in all phases of horticulture work (lawnmower,
rototillers, front-end loader, tractors, back pack sprayers, weed-eaters, etc.)
Previous experience and knowledge of irrigation systems and maintenance
Applicator's License with ornamental and turf category or ability to obtain within 90 days of hireDemonstrate accuracy; display commitment to excellence and a keen eye for garden detail
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with subordinates,
fellow supervisors, direct supervisors, volunteers, and co-workers
Ability to work independently as well as part of a team effectively
Strong organizational, analytical, and mathematical skills for recordkeeping, and
problem-solving
Ability to understand and interpret instruction to work effectively and efficiently
with minimal supervision
Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills; ability to communicate
maintenance and horticultural needs and personnel needs in a courteous and
effective manner
Knowledge of garden plants, turf, and the aesthetic ethic of the Gardens
Ability to perform and support horticultural practices that facilitate plant health
through understanding soil nutrition, sustainable gardening and Integrated Pest
Management
Ability to visualize and conceptualize garden detail and aesthetics applying best
garden practices for plant health and display
Ability to perform strenuous physical work outside in the Minnesota weather year
round
Must be able to pass a criminal background check

We seek creative, adaptable staff who enjoy working in a university climate that promotes cultural diversity, multicultural understanding, and cultural fluency. Consistent with the university's commitment to women, diversity and social justice, preference will be given to candidates who manifest these themes in their experience and service.

Application instructions:

Posting Number: 20220687-STAFF
Posting Start Date: 02/21/2025
Application Deadline: 3/7/2025

To apply, visit https://stcatherine.peopleadmin.com/postings/9707

St. Catherine University is an equal opportunity employer. Our commitment to inclusion reflects the central value of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet to "love of neighbor without distinction" and provides a learning and working environment that is enriched by the diversity of all our members. Individuals of religious, racial, ethnic, gender identity, nation of origin, or disability groups that have traditionally had less representation in higher education are encouraged to apply. Should you need an interview accommodation please contact us at hr@stkate.edu or 651-690-6565.