Greenhouse & Garden / Grounds Assistant

Posting Number : G / R25925P

Working Title :

Greenhouse & Garden / Grounds Assistant

Department :

PSO-State Botanic Garden of GA

About the University of Georgia :

Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (https : / / www.uga.edu / ) . The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly formed School of Medicine.

Employment Type : Employee

Additional Schedule Information :

up to 19 hours a week

Advertised Salary :

$12.00-$13.80 per hour

Anticipated Start Date :

05 / 12 / 2025

Posting Date : 04 / 30 / 2025

Open Until Filled : Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants :

Posting will be used to hire several applicants year-round based on help needed.

Location of Vacancy :

Athens Area

EOO Statement :

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR ( hrweb@uga.edu ).

USG Core Values Statement :

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as 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 online 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 online at https : / / www.usg.edu / policymanual / section6 / C2653 .

Duties / Responsibilities :

Greenhouse care and maintenance activities such as planting, weeding, watering, fertilizing, propagation, cleaning pots, and sanitizing floors and benches to maintain a clean and productive growing environment in the greenhouses and outside in the nursery area.

Percentage of time : 100

Classification Title :

Temporary Skilled Crafts / Trades

FLSA : Non-Exempt

FTE :

.49

Position Summary :

The responsibilities of the Greenhouse and Garden / Grounds Assistant involves general greenhouse work and maintenance activities such as watering, fertilizing, weeding, planting, cleaning, and plant propagation. Assistants work alongside the Greenhouse Manager to maintain and operate three production greenhouses and outdoor nursery gaining valuable hands-on experience.

Relevant / Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification in Position :

Greenhouse and maintenance experience.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and / or Competencies :

Basic plant propagation (i.e. seed sowing, seed collection, asexual propagation).

Physical Demands :

Working outside during adverse weather conditions. Strenuous physical activity including but not limited to weeding, watering, lifting and moving potted plants, planting.

Driving as needed to perform job duties.

Is this a Position of Trust? :

No

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? :

No

Does this position require a P-Card? :

No

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? :

No

Is driving a requirement of this position? :

Yes

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? :

No

Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) :

No

Background Investigation Policy :

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website .

Contact Details :

For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.

Recruitment Contact Name :

Eli Mckinney

Recruitment Contact Email :

eli@uga.edu