Minnesota Landscape Learning Center Landscape Preparator
Minneapolis, MN 
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Job Description
Job ID
360937
Location
All Other -See Job Description
Job Family
Supplemental Employee
Full/Part Time
Part-Time
Regular/Temporary
Regular
Job Code
0001
Employee Class
Civil Service
About the Job

Job Title: Learning Center Landscape Preparator
Supervisor: Manager of Youth Education
Job Code: Temporary seasonal 67 day
Pay Range: $18.00/hr

Principle Responsibilities:
80% Maintenance, Care, and Upkeep of Under the Oak and Green Play Yard
Regular upkeep and safety checks on play elements in Green Play Yard, Children's Garden and Under the Oak.
regular inspection of Learning Center landscapes to ensure they are safe and in good working order.
Report landscape conditions, project updates, and concerns to the Learning Center Horticulture Coordinator
replacement of play materials including books, brushes, bowls, trowels, sticks, pinecones, tree cookies etc.
Weekly clean up (including weeding, loose parts and materials organizing, and sweeping pathways before public programs

20% Learning Landscape Care Planning:
Work with LC Hort Coordinator to develop and implement new play elements
Work with LC Hort Coordinator to develop and implement a landscape care plan.
Other building and designing projects as assigned

Qualifications

Required:
High school diploma/GED or equivalent.

About the Department

The Minnesota Landscape Arboretum is a community outreach unit of the University of Minnesota's College of Food, Agriculture and Natural Resource Sciences. The Arboretum is located west of Minneapolis/St Paul and its 1,200 acres traverse the municipalities of Chaska, Chanhassen and Victoria. As a member of the American Public Garden Association and an accredited museum through the American Alliance of Museums, the Arboretum is a tremendous public asset. Visitors engage with gardens, collections, natural areas, a farm, research demonstrations, youth and adult education, events and exhibits. Please visit us at

How To Apply

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will have the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a resume.

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To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647.

Diversity

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U:

Employment Requirements

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

About the U of M

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.

At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by the Star Tribune as a Top Workplace for 2021, as well as by Forbes as Best Employers for Women and one of America's Best Employers (2015, 2018, 2019, 2023), Best Employer for Diversity (2019, 2020), Best Employer for New Grads (2018, 2019), and Best Employer by State (2019, 2022).


The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu.

 

Job Summary
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Part Time
Required Education
High School or Equivalent
Required Experience
Open
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