Plant Records & Garden/Grounds Assistant
Listed on 2025-12-20
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Outdoor/Nature/Animal Care
Horticulture, Landscaping
Plant Records & Garden/Grounds Assistant
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Posting DetailsPlant Records & Garden/Grounds Assistant
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 established School of Medicine.
Employee
Start Date:
01/05/2026
Open Until Filled
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, 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).
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Duties/Responsibilities- Gardening and maintenance activities such as planting, weeding, mowing, and pruning to maintain formal gardens, trails, and natural areas. Percentage of time 45%
- Assisting with plant records maintenance including data entry and inventory duties. Percentage of time 45%
- Assist with special Garden projects and other duties as assigned. Percentage of time 10%
Position Information
- Classification
Title:
Temporary Skilled Crafts/Trades - FLSA:
Non-Exempt - UGA Job Code: FTE .49
Minimum Qualifications
The responsibilities of Plant Records & Garden/Grounds Assistants involve gardening and maintenance activities such as planting, weeding, mowing, and pruning. This position also requires a moderate level of computer competence. Must be willing to learn plant record and inventory software and spend a significant portion of time at a computer, as well as in the garden. Assistants work alongside Garden Curators and Grounds Staff in maintaining formal gardens, trails, and natural areas gaining valuable hands-on experience.
Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification
- Experience with Microsoft Excel and Teams
- Interest in and/or knowledge of plant identification is necessary
Physical Demands
Sitting while working on a computer for hours at a time is required when not outside. Working outside during adverse weather conditions. Physical activity including but not limited to mulching, weeding, raking, digging, and planting. Driving.
Is this a Position of Trust? No
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