Greenhouse Gardener Job Normal area,Illinois USA,Science

Title: Greenhouse Gardener
Division Name: Academic Affairs
Department: School of Biological Sciences

Job Summary

This position manages and operates the greenhouse facilities in the School of Biological Sciences. The individual provides expertise in plant biology and horticulture to faculty, students, and visitors in support of teaching and research.

Additional Information

University Benefit Highlights:

Insurance benefits, including health, dental, vision, and life
Retirement and supplemental retirement planning options
Tuition waiver benefits available to staff as well as their eligible dependents
Paid holiday/administrative closures during Thanksgiving and Winter Breaks
Paid benefit time

Additional University Benefit information, including information regarding eligibility to participate in the State Universities Retirement System and the State of Illinois Group Insurance program, can be reviewed here: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./

Salary Rate / Pay Rate

$17.03 - $20.00 per hour

Required Qualifications

1. Any one or combination totaling two (2) years (24 months) from the categories below:
A. Coursework in horticultural, agriculture, botany, or a closely related field as measured by the following conversion table or its proportional equivalent:

-30 semester hours equals one (1) year (12 months)
-Associate’s Degree (60 semester hours) equals eighteen months (18 months)
-90 semester hours equals two (2) years (24 months)

B. Work experience in greenhouse crop production or research greenhouses; and related gardens.

2. Valid Driver's License

Preferred Qualifications

1. Master’s degree in Botany or related field

2. Broad understanding of biology and horticulture

3. Understanding and experience in operating the basic mechanics of a modern greenhouse

4. Ability to grow a wide range of greenhouse plant material

5. Good communication skills; written and verbal

6. Current valid Illinois Pesticide Public Applicator License (General Standards & Plant Management)

Work Hours

Typical work hours are 8am - 4:30pm, Monday through Friday. Schedule may vary dependent upon course needs and events.

Functional Expectations

1. Ability to lift objects up to 50 pounds occasionally

2. Ability to stand for long periods of time

3. Ability to climb ladders occasionally

4. Occasional use of pesticides, using a ventilator

5. Regular operation of a variety of light mechanical

6. Effectively communicate on a daily basis

7. Move about in various locations across campus as needed to complete day-to-day work

Proposed Starting Date

August 2026

Required Applicant Documents

Cover Letter
Reference List

Optional Applicant Documents

Transcripts - See Special Instructions section for additional options
Certification of Retirement Annuity

Special Instructions for Applicants

Position will be required to travel to the teaching greenhouse located in Bloomington, IL. This is a temporary, off-site location.

Contact Information for Applicants

Breanna Crippen
Human Resources

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Important Information for Applicants

This position is subject to a criminal background investigation and if applicable, an employment history review, based on University Policy 3.1.30 and any offer of employment is contingent upon you passing a satisfactory criminal background investigation and/or an employment history review. You may not begin work until the criminal background investigation results have been received and cleared by Human Resources.

Illinois State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or other state or federal law you may request an accommodation by contacting the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access at . The Office of Equal Opportunity and Access will hold any confidential information you provide in confidence.

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