Reports To: Mike Page, Horticulture Supervisor

General Description: Works under the supervision of Mounts Botanical Garden Mounts horticultural staff to assist with maintenance and development of the gardens.

Principle Duties:

• Duties include planting, weeding, pruning and general garden maintenance. May also work in nursery as needed.

Qualifications:

• Successful completion of the Master Gardener training program
• Ability to effectively communicate with others
• Desire to learn more about plants and their pests
• Dependable and reliable
• Must be able to bend, stoop, and stand for long periods of time, do light lifting and be willing to get your hands dirty. Garden volunteers should be in good health as there is light to some heavy work involved
• Be able to perform physical duties as listed above

Procedures:

Volunteer Responsibilities:

• Arrive on time
• Call if you cannot keep your scheduled time
• Dress appropriately for outdoor work (hat, gloves, sunscreen, and drinking water and snacks)

Staff Responsibilities:

• Provide training to enhance horticultural skills (e.g., advanced Master Gardener training, workshops, field trips)
• Provide current and updated University of Florida information as it becomes available