Horticulturist Position Available In East Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Horticulturist Louisiana State University

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Baton Rouge, LA Job Details Full-time Estimated:

$48.1K

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9K a year 17 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Dental insurance Flexible spending account Vision insurance Employee discount Qualifications Microsoft Word Forestry Microsoft Excel Microsoft Access Microsoft Outlook Mid-level 3 years Driver’s License Bachelor’s degree Organizational skills Computer skills Horticulture Full Job Description All Job Postings will close at 12:01a.m. CST (1:01a.m. EST) on the specified Closing Date (if designated). If you close the browser or exit your application prior to submitting, the application progress will be saved as a draft. You will be able to access and complete the application through “My Draft Applications” located on your Candidate Home page.

Job Posting Title:

Horticulturist Position Type:

Classified Department:

LSUAM FA

• FPO•FS•Land•Horticulture Management (Kyle Joseph Carlock (00050306))

Work Location:

0100

Landscape Services Building Pay Grade:

Classified Technician and Skilled Trades Job Description:

This position requires knowledge in the preparation, planting, chemical treatment and general care of annuals, perennials, ornamentals, shrubs, small trees and turf. This position requires the ability to perform, supervise, and schedule activities necessary for the optimum health and survival of plants. Organization skills and computer skills (Excel, Access, Outlook, MS Word) are necessary for record keeping, making purchases, etc.

Job Duties:

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• Schedules assigned personnel to include Horticultural Superintendents, Foreman, and Horticultural Attendant Leaders and Horticultural Attendants, Inmate Crews, student workers and community service volunteers to perform the planting and care of flower and ornamental beds on the main campus at LSU, the Chancellor’s Residence, and South Campus. 20
• Review superintendent zones for needed horticultural and turf care and report/schedule tasks with managers. Perform quality assurance reviews of planted areas within assigned coverage . 20
• Evaluate and document subordinate personnel performance through yearly evaluation and civil service positive discipline procedures. Train and coach all previously mentioned work groups on proper horticultural practices. 10
• Monitor work completion and continuously improve quality control, expedite material requisition to maintain efficient workflow. Communicate results through reports and spreadsheets to upper management and other campus clientele (Building coordinators and dept managers) to assure their satisfaction with the maintenance program. 10
• Supervise chemical pesticide and fertilizer application and maintain Access database. Maintain inventory of chemicals in storage room 10
• Manage plant can-yard, shade-house and greenhouses 5
• Perform miscellaneous duties as directed by supervisor

Minimum Qualifications:

Possession of a current Horticulture License issued by the Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry plus three years of experience in horticulture, floriculture, agronomy, landscape architecture, or in the general care of crops, shrubs or plants; OR A bachelor’s degree in a plant science or landscape field of study.

Special or Physical Qualifications:

Due to the nature of this position and/or position responsibilities this position shall be subject to drug/alcohol testing in accordance with University Policy Statement 67. In accordance with PS-18 this position maybe required to report or stay on campus in the event of emergency or closure. Ability to work in all weather conditions. Overtime and Weekend Work. Ability to lift 50 pounds, must be able to operate a computer, telephone, and other office machinery, bend, squat, twist, and move about to accomplish tasks. This position will require a physical evaluation based on the physical demands required.

License/Certifications:

Valid Driver’s License Chemical Applicator License Louisiana State Civil Service Job Specifications for the

Horticulturist:

http://apps01.civilservice.louisiana.gov/onestopjobinfo/DisplayJobSpec.aspx?

JobCode=115960

Additional Job Description:

Competencies:

None Special Instructions:

Please provide three professional references including name, title, phone number and e-mail address. For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact Kyle Carlock at . A permanent or probationary internal employee who is appointed to another position following certification from an open competitive eligible list is considered a new employee in the new position and shall serve a probationary period of six months.

Posting Date:

June 23, 2025 Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified): July 7, 2025

Additional Position Information:

Background Check

• An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check. Benefits
• LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement. Essential Position (Y/N): Y LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

HCM Contact Information:

For questions or concerns related to updating your application with attachments (e.g., resumes,

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17 documents), date of birth, or reactivating applications, please contact the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-8200 or email . For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact the department using the information provided in the Special Instructions section of this job posting.