Botanical Gardens Manager

Perimeter College

These are exciting times at the Decatur Campus. We are growing and we are thrilled that you are interested in being a part of our team. We are surrounded by individuals empowered to use their expertise and talents to achieve our mission to pursue excellence.

Perimeter College is seeking (1) a dedicated and experienced Botanical Gardens Manager

WHAT MAKES the Botanical Gardens A GREAT PLACE?

• Generous benefits, including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, etc.
• A knowledge-sharing organization that works collaboratively with diverse partners.
• Professional development opportunity and mentorship
• A rapidly growing center within an academic setting

HERE IS WHAT YOU WILL DO

The ideal candidate for this position is a dynamic team leader who will work with the Botanical Gardens and Life and Earth Sciences on our Decatur campus, to maintain and grow the plant life and conservation initiatives.

The essential duties and responsibilities of the Botanical Gardens Manager are the following:

Garden & Greenhouse Area Maintenance

• Oversee a five-acre botanical garden and greenhouse area.
• Determine maintenance needs of the garden and communicate these needs to staff.
• Supervise 2-3 part-time staff and any student work-study positions.
• Supervise specific tasks in the garden, such as plant installation and labeling.
• Works with facilities to submit and track all Facilities Modification Request forms.
• Work with the foundation office to promote the needs of the garden and purchase materials with foundation funds to satisfy donor requests.
• Purchase materials for plant sales from multiple vendors.
• Oversee vendors' payments made through purchasing cards and GSU Panthermart purchasing system.
• Maintain knowledge of plants needed for plant sales based on customer interest.
• Facilitate the addition of new vendors in PantherMart.
• Oversee GSU Botanical Garden Credit Card Machine and GSU Marketplace account.
• Oversee and maintain the NPBG Point of Sale system, including inventory, cost/profit analysis, UPCs, and generating labels for all plants.
• Handle all monies and make deposits working with the business office.
• Act as a liaison with community members and garden updates.
• Work with the GSU publicity office to document and advertise garden events and garden impact.
• Oversee propagation of plants for plant sales and use in other garden projects and oversee garden staff to ensure plants are properly propagated and taken care of.
• Act as a liaison with plant conservation groups to increase the impact of the garden's conservation efforts.
• Organize and manage student internships to encourage college-to-career connections for our students.
• Organize and recruit community and GSU volunteers to assist with garden needs.
• Recruit speakers & organize garden seminar schedule.
• Act as a liaison with community groups and garden collaborations.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits:

The University System of Georgia (USG) provides comprehensive benefits to Georgia State employees. USG offers healthcare, dental, vision, and other benefits, as well as retirement plan options.

Key Benefits:

• USG Mandatory Retirement:
• Teacher Retirement System
• TRS is a Defined Benefit Plan, a traditional public pension plan. Employees contribute 6% and USG contributes 19.81% to the plan. Your retirement benefit is calculated by factoring in years of service, final salary, and a 2% multiplier. Employees are vested after 10 years of service.

See the retirement comparison chart for more information.

Tuition Assistance Program (TAP)

Full-time employees enrolled in a USG degree program may earn their degrees for free.

Find the TAP details here.

Disclaimer: This job requisition provides a high-level job definition. It is not intended to provide a comprehensive or exclusive list of job duties. As such, job duties and/or responsibilities within the context of this job requisition may change at the discretion of the employee's direct supervisor.

Georgia State University Values

* COMMUNITY: Fostering a distinctive shared identity and common purpose across our multi-campus university.

* INCLUSION AND DIVERSITY: Respecting the dignity and value of all people and perspectives through honorable conduct based on engagement, fairness, access, equity, and civility.

* TRANSFORMATION: Intentionally pursuing knowledge, practice, and scholarly rigor to inspire lifelong learning, and to make our community and the world a better place.

* INTEGRITY: Adhering to our values, mission, and the truth through respectful cooperation and effective stewardship of resources.

* EXCELLENCE: Achieving the highest standards and distinction in teaching, research and service.

STRATEGIC INNOVATION: Embracing invention and creativity in the pursuit of meaningful discovery using our collective talents.

USG Core Values Statement

* The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct

* Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Georgia State prohibits discrimination, including discriminatory harassment, on the basis of race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or veteran status in its programs, activities, employment, and admissions. This prohibition applies to faculty, staff, students, and all other members of the Georgia State community, including affiliates, invitees, and guests. Further, Georgia State prohibits citizenship status, immigration status, and national origin discrimination in hiring, firing, and recruitment, except where such restrictions are required in order to comply with law, regulation, executive order, or Attorney General directive, or where they are required by Federal, State, or local government contract.

Background Check

Successful candidate must be able to pass a comprehensive criminal background investigation and other background searches as applicable to the job such as credit check and Motor Vehicle Record.

Georgia State University Values

* COMMUNITY: Fostering a distinctive shared identity and common purpose across our multi-campus university.

* INCLUSION AND DIVERSITY: Respecting the dignity and value of all people and perspectives through honorable conduct based on engagement, fairness, access, equity, and civility.

* TRANSFORMATION: Intentionally pursuing knowledge, practice, and scholarly rigor to inspire lifelong learning, and to make our community and the world a better place.

* INTEGRITY: Adhering to our values, mission, and the truth through respectful cooperation and effective stewardship of resources.

* EXCELLENCE: Achieving the highest standards and distinction in teaching, research and service.

* STRATEGIC INNOVATION: Embracing invention and creativity in the pursuit of meaningful discovery using our collective talents.

USG Core Values Statement

* The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct

* Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Georgia State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for all. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, Georgia State provides equal opportunity to all faculty, staff, students, and all other members of the Georgia Tech community, including applicants for admission and/or employment, contractors, volunteers, and participants in institutional programs, activities, or services. Georgia State University complies with all applicable laws and regulations governing equal opportunity in the workplace and in educational activities.

Georgia State prohibits discrimination, including discriminatory harassment, on the basis of race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or veteran status in its programs, activities, employment, and admissions. This prohibition applies to faculty, staff, students, and all other members of the Georgia State community, including affiliates, invitees, and guests. Further, Georgia State prohibits citizenship status, immigration status, and national origin discrimination in hiring, firing, and recruitment, except where such restrictions are required in order to comply with law, regulation, executive order, or Attorney General directive, or where they are required by Federal, State, or local government contract.

All members of the USG community must adhere to the USG Statement of Core Values, which consists of Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values shape and fundamentally support our University's work. Additionally, all faculty, staff, and administrators must also be aware of and comply with the Board of Regents and Georgia State University's policies on Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom. More information on these policies can be found here: Board of Regents Policy Manual | University System of Georgia (usg.edu).

Background Check

Successful candidate must be able to pass a comprehensive criminal background investigation and other background searches as applicable to the job such as credit check and Motor Vehicle Record.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and five years of administrative experience: or high school diploma or GED and nine years of administrative; or a combination of education and related experience.

Preferred Hiring Qualifications:

• Native Plant Knowledge
• Must be able to pass background and credit checks.
• Must have reliable transportation.
• Must be available to work weekends.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Successful candidates must be self-motivated and function with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work in inclement weather conditions.
• Experience working with and management of volunteers.

Special Instructions:

To be fully considered for this position all candidates must submit the following at the time of submission:

• A complete and accurate GSU application
• Resume
• Finalists must submit at least three professional references

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