Conservation Horticulturist Position Available In Carteret, North Carolina

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Conservation Horticulturist

Salary $34,270.00 – $48,238.00 Annually Location Carteret County, NC Job Type Permanent Full-Time Job Number 25-06019 AQM60034933 Department Dept of Natural and Cultural Resources Division Aquariums Opening Date 05/05/2025 Closing Date 5/19/2025 5:00 PM Eastern Job Class Title Museum Curator I Position Number 60034933 Section NC Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores Salary Grade

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Description of Work Click here to learn about employee perks and benefits Click here to see the Total Compensation Calculator This position is located at: 1 Roosevelt Blvd Pine Knoll Shores, NC 28512 Primary Purpose of this

Position:

The North Carolina Aquariums at Pine Knoll Shores is seeking a dynamic, efficient, and enthusiastic individual to join our team as a Conservation Horticulturist. This position reports directly to the Assistant Aquarium Curator. The Conservation Horticulturist will oversee the daily maintenance and care of native and landscape plants on the Aquarium grounds and in exhibits that are used for aesthetic, education, research, and conservation purposes. Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Installation and relocation of plantings; watering, weeding, and mulching as needed to complete landscape project goals.
Collecting and purchasing of plants; this may require obtaining the proper permits.
Maintaining accurate records including pesticide and fuel logs.
Identifying and maintaining watering and irrigation needs of the collection.
Maintaining an on-site greenhouse and nursery area.
Implement control methods and safely handle materials to reduce pests to ensure animal, visitor, and employee safety.
Training the Horticulture Technician, Husbandry Technicians, and Horticulture Volunteers in horticultural techniques and safe equipment operation around visitors and the Aquarium animal collection.

Position/Physical Requirements:

Weekend, evening, and holiday work will be required.
Must meet DNCR Fleet Safety Guidelines and have ability to obtain and maintain a valid driver’s license issued from within the United States or be able to obtain one within 90 days of employment.
Ability to climb ladders, lift heavy items, and work from heights.
Must obtain a North Carolina Public Pesticide Operator’s Certification from North Carolina Department of Agriculture (NCDA) within 3 months of hire. Follow us on Social Media at: Learn about the

NC Aquariums:

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www.facebook.com/NCAquariumRI Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies To receive credit for your work history and credentials, you must provide the information on the application form. Any information omitted from the application form, listed as general statements, listed under the text resume section, or on an attachment will not be considered for qualifying credit. Qualified candidates must have or be able to: Experience with planting and landscape maintenance for interior and exterior landscapes at an Aquarium, Zoo, Museum, Nature Center, Arboretum, Botanical Garden or Nursery.
Experience in observation of plant problems, such as disease and insect control.
Experience applying methods in landscaping techniques.
Experience with landscaping power equipment such as UTV’s, backpack blowers, pole saws, pole pruners, chain saws, mowers, and string trimmers. Minimum Education and Experience Requirements Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See oshr.nc.gov/experience-guide for detail. Bachelor’s degree in Art History, Biology, Botany, Conservation, Education, History or Zoology from an appropriately accredited institution AND two years of museum or related work; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Supplemental and Contact Information Section/Unit Description:

The North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores is located 6 miles from Morehead City, NC, on Bogue Banks, sits adjacent to Bogue Sound. A living collection of over 4,500 animals in 90,000 square feet of exhibit space attracts and engages over 400,000 visitors each year. The Aquarium is located in the middle of Roosevelt Natural Area, a state park of maritime forest and wetland ecosystems.

Agency Description:

The North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR)takes care of the things that people love about North Carolina. DNCR manages over 100 locations across the state, including 27 historic sites, seven history museums, two art museums, five science museums, four aquariums, 35 state parks, four recreation areas, dozens of state trails and natural areas, the North Carolina Zoo, the State Library, the State Archives, the N.C. Arts Council, the African American Heritage Commission, the American Indian Heritage Commission, the State Historic Preservation Office, the Office of State Archaeology, the Highway Historical Markers program, the N.C. Land and Water Fund, and the Natural Heritage Program. The Department’s vision is to be the leader in using the state’s natural and cultural resources to build the social, cultural, educational, and economic future of North Carolina. Everyone is welcome. For more information, please visit www.dncr.nc.gov . We encourage you to apply to become a part of our team. _____________________________________________________________________________________ The Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR) selects applicants for employment based on required education and experience and job-related knowledge, skills, and abilities without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age (40 or older), disability, National Guard or veteran status, genetic information, political affiliation, or political influence. We are an Employment First state, ensuring that people with disabilities have equal opportunities to succeed in the state government workplace. DNCR supports pay equity for women, establish paid parental leave for birth, adoption, and foster care, and implement fair chance policies. Join a team that welcomes, values, respects and supports all members of our work community. Application Process
Please watch our video here that walks you through each step of the application process. Be sure to complete the application in full. Resumes may be uploaded with your application but will not be accepted in lieu of a fully completed application and will not be considered for qualifying credit. “See Resume” or “See Attachment” will NOT be accepted. Information should be provided in the appropriate areas, to include the following: Education, including high school and all degrees obtained, Work Experience, and Certificates & Licenses. It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive candidate information. Answers to Supplemental Questions are not a substitute for providing all relevant information within the body of your application. To receive credit for the supplemental questions, you must provide supporting information within the “Work Experience” section of the application, to support your answers. If multiple applications are submitted to an individual posting, only the most recent application received prior to the closing date will be accepted. Applications must be submitted by 5:00 PM on the closing date. Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application, please log in to your account. Upon the closing date, applications are “Under Review” and will be screened by Human Resources for the qualified applicants. The hiring process may take several weeks. Degree/College Credit Verification Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Transcripts, and degree evaluations may be uploaded with your application. If you have student loans, becoming a state employee includes eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Visit www.studentaid.gov to learn more. Veteran’s and National Guard Preference Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, along with the state application. Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach an NGB 23A (RPAS), along with the state application if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing. Applicants who are former member of either the NC Army National Guard or the NC Air National Guard, with honorable discharge and six years of creditable service must attach a copy of the DD 256 or NGB 22, along with the state application. ADA Accommodations Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), DNCR is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, DNCR will ensure that persons with disabilities, or known limitations covered by the PWFA, are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact the person indicated below. Employment Eligibility It is the policy of the State of North Carolina and DNCR that all employees provide proof of employment eligibility (immigration and naturalization) on the first day of employment. We participate in E-Verify (Employment Eligibility Verification System). NEOGOV Technical Assistance If you are having technical issues logging into your account or applying for a position, please review the Get Help/FAQ’s information on the website. If you are still experiencing technical issues with your application, please call the NEOGOV Help Line at 855-524-5627.

CONTACT INFORMATION

N.C. Department of Natural and Cultural Resources Division of Human Resources Jaimee Dean-Murphy 109 E. Jones Street Raleigh, NC 27699
: 919-814-6670 employment@dncr.nc.gov Employer
State of North Carolina
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http://www.ncdcr.gov/