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Greenhouse Caretaker
Posting Details
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Please see Special Instructions for more details.
Application review will begin November. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Announcement Information
Job Summary
The Greenhouse Caretaker oversees the daily operations, plant collections, and environmental controls of the Oberlin College greenhouse facility. This position supports academic instruction and student learning by maintaining optimal growing environments and organizing plant materials. This position reports to the facilities manager of the Biology Department.
Responsibilities
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Core Responsibilities
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Plant Husbandry: Manage the cultivation, watering, fertilization, propagation, and general care (pruning & re-potting) of teaching collections.
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Environmental & System Controls: Monitor greenhouse climate control systems. Troubleshoot or report mechanical and structural issues promptly to the facilities manager.
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Integrated Pest Management (IPM): Scout for pests and diseases & implement organic control strategies.
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Academic Support Coordination: Work with faculty to prepare specific plant specimens for use in classes.
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Inventory maintenance: Maintain supply inventories & organize storage areas.
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Student worker management: Supervise student workers, determine schedules and assign tasks to be completed during scheduled shifts.
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Public outreach: Assist with periodic open house events.
Qualifications
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Education: Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Horticulture, Botany, Plant Science, or a closely related field is preferred but not required.
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Experience: Experience in horticulture, greenhouse management, or related fields is preferred. Demonstrated experience in greenhouse operation and an ability to interact professionally with faculty, staff, and students are required.
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Compensation
Benefits: This position does not provide benefits or paid time off.
Renewal: Position renewal is a possibility at the end of the first year, but will be dependent on job performance.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Application review will begin November. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- List of References
Optional Documents
- Unofficial Transcripts
Supplemental Questions
Office of Human Resources
Oberlin College
173 West Lorain Street
Oberlin OH 44074
Hours: M-F 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.