Position Summary Paws Up Montana is America's premier luxury ranch resort. Nestled on a breathtaking 37,000-acre ranch, Paws Up embodies the spirit of the American West. As a family-owned, award-winning destination, we inspire both guests and team members alike. We are seeking a full-time, year-round Garden Specialist to support our greenhouse operations and outdoor garden bed maintenance. This role plays a key part in maintaining the resort's natural beauty, cultivating produce for our culinary programs, and supporting year-round property grounds care. What We Offer Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance 401(k) with Employer Match Paid Time Off (9 Floating Holidays and 15 Personal Days) Life Insurance, Short-Term, and Long-Term Disability Career Development and Advancement Opportunities Employee Assistance Program (5 free counseling sessions) Referral Bonus Program ($250 per successful recruitment) Carpool Reimbursement ($5-$20/day) Employee Discounts on Merchandise (30% off select retail store items) Complimentary employee lunches provided daily Key Responsibilities Year-Round Responsibilities Care for and maintain flower planters and containers across the property through daily watering, deadheading, and weekly fertilizing. Harvest fresh produce to support the Food & Beverage culinary team. Assist with the design, planting, and seasonal deployment of planters. Start seeds, propagate plants using proper technique and sterile tools, and transplant seedlings when ready. Hand-pollinate flowers, collect seeds, and store them properly for future planting. Amend soil in raised beds and manage the proper disposal of plant waste and compost materials. Wash, clean, and sanitize gardening tools, containers, and work areas. Monitor landscape plants to identify pests or plant diseases early. Assist the broader Landscaping team and complete other duties as assigned. Seasonal Responsibilities Help organize and execute spring planting and replace damaged landscape plants as needed. Lead the daily watering route and maintain outdoor garden beds throughout the growing season. Apply deer and rabbit repellents to planters and landscape beds regularly. Assist with seasonal duties, including holiday lighting setup and removal, as well as winter snow removal. Supportive Functions & Responsibilities Display professionalism, hospitality, and pride when interacting with guests and team members. Ensure all guest interactions and communications are handled ethically and confidentially. Build strong working relationships across resort departments to foster a positive team environment. Maintain a neat, clean, and professional appearance at all times. Perform all duties safely and to high quality standards.

Qualifications & Requirements Education:

High school diploma, GED, vocational training, or related coursework.

Experience:

Previous background in horticulture, gardening, or landscaping.

Technical Skills:

Basic proficiency with Microsoft Excel.

Licensure & Certifications:

Valid State Driver's License required. Physical Requirements Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions, including sun, rain, heat, and cold. Ability to stand, walk, kneel, bend, lift, and perform physical manual labor for extended periods. Ability to safely lift and move tools, soil bags, planters, and landscaping materials up to 50 lbs. If you are passionate about the outdoors and ready to take on a new challenge at a prestigious resort, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to join our dynamic team at Paws Up Montana! Paws Up Montana provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.