plant mapping specialist
Working independently or alongside horticulture staff and volunteers, inventories plants in the conservatory, greenhouses and outdoor gardens at York Street, Chatfield and Mt. Goliath, and catalogs map data digitally in BG-Map, BG-BASE and Auto-CAD. Maintains and keeps Gardens’ Auto-CAD basemap up-to-date through appropriate surveying techniques for both internal and public uses. Additional responsibilities include, but are not limited to, photographing and databasing images of plants, assisting with labeling plants in the gardens, and providing an enriching experience to garden visitors by disseminating information. This position requires working indoors in office conditions as well as in garden conditions outdoors, in greenhouses and in the conservatory.
Bachelors degree in horticulture, botany, landscape architecture or related field from a four-year college or university with 2 to 3 years experience; or 4 to 6 years of horticulture experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience required in using taxonomic keys, nursery catalogs, digital resources and/or inventory lists for plant identification of woody and herbaceous plants. Basic understanding of plant nomenclature required. Candidate should have experience in surveying methods and in reading and interpreting maps. Proficiency with IBM compatible computers and software including Microsoft Office and Outlook required. Experience with BG-Map, BG-BASE, and Auto-CAD or GIS software preferred. Must be able to work independently, possess excellent interpersonal skills, strong organizational abilities and be detail-oriented. Valid Colorado Driver’s License required.
