Latin American Ethnobotanical Garden Curator
Athens , GA
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Job Description
Posting Details
Posting Details
Posting Number
S11924P
Working Title
Latin American Ethnobotanical Garden Curator
Department
Franklin-LACSI
About the University of Georgia
Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia's oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. 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 3,000 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 40,000 students including over 30,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 18 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.
About the College/Unit/Department College/Unit/Department website Posting Type
External
Retirement Plan
TRS
Employment Type
Employee
Benefits Eligibility
Non-Benefits Eligible
Full/Part time
Part Time
Work Schedule Additional Schedule Information
Flexibility will be provided for working weekdays or weekends, allowing the
curator to meet the 15-hour/week schedule. There is no parking at the LAE Garden so the curator will need to take a bus or find other means to get to the garden.
Advertised Salary
$20/hr
Posting Date
04/09/2024
Open until filled
Yes
Closing Date Proposed Starting Date
04/29/2024
Special Instructions to Applicants Location of Vacancy
Athens Area
EEO Policy Statement
The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).
Position Information
Classification Title
Agriculture/Forestry Technical/Paraprofessional/Professional
FLSA
Non-Exempt
FTE
0.375
Minimum Qualifications
Requires technical knowledge in the field acquired through an apprenticeship, a 2-year degree, or professional certificate. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.
Preferred Qualifications
The curator should ideally have a horticulture/plant sciences/agriculture degree or otherwise
have significant horticultural experience managing an educational garden with all the skills that
implies.
Position Summary
The UGA Latin American Ethnobotanical Garden ( LAEG ) located on North Campus behind Baldwin Hall requires the services of an experienced part-time garden curator. The curator will be responsible for the upkeep/maintenance of the garden and the propagation of garden plant material. Oversight of the position will be provided by the UGA Latin American and Caribbean Studies Institute director. The incumbent should have significant horticultural knowledge and experience curating a large educational garden. In addition to basic garden maintenance duties (mulching, weeding, watering as needed, and pruning) the curator should also have experience propagating annual/perennial plants and carrying out planting during the growing season. The curator will in turn learn a great deal about the curation of dozens of Latin American plants and their cultural significance. As volunteers become available the curator will supervise their work in the garden. Flexibility will be provided for working weekdays or weekends, allowing the curator to meet the 15-hour/week schedule.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies
• Knowledge of various propagation methods including seed stratification/scarification, stem cuttings from annuals and perennials, grafting, and the use of growth hormones.
• Additionally, the curator should have extensive plant identification skills of Southeastern native plants and plants of Latin America, as well as the ability to identify reseeded annuals and effectively manage and incorporate these plants into the garden design.
Physical Demands
This is a year-round outdoor garden position, and duties typically include supervising and/or carrying out weeding, mulching, watering, pruning, etc. Working in heat and/or cold can be anticipated.
Is driving a responsibility of this position?
No
Is this a Position of Trust?
No
Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?
No
Does this position require a P-Card?
No
Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position?
No
Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?
No
Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications)
No
Credit and P-Card policy
Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the website.
Duties/Responsibilities
Duties/Responsibilities
This position will involve general garden upkeep/maintenance: weeding/mulching/watering beds and prepping them for planting. The curator will carry out these duties and supervise volunteers tasked with carrying out such duties.
Percentage of time
50
Duties/Responsibilities
Horticultural duties: Planning and overseeing the selection, installation, and maintenance of plant collections, ensuring diversity and relevance to the garden's ethnobotanical mission and theme. Coordinating and supervising volunteers in tasks such as weeding, pruning, planting, watering, fertilizing, and pest control. Propagating native and Latin American plants from seed within the garden and from outside sources. Working with UGA staff and faculty to curate annual plantings to fit course syllabi. Monitoring and maintaining irrigation systems, drainage, and other infrastructure to ensure efficient operation. Offering with the garden coordinator seasonal garden tours on the ethnobotany of the Americas tailored to the specific interests and expertise of UGA staff, faculty, and outside groups, highlighting indigenous Americas plant uses and cultural significance. Regularly updating and archiving a database with new plant acquisitions, removals, taxonomic revisions, and relevant horticultural notes. Developing interpretive signs and QR codes.
Percentage of time
50
The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
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Job Summary
Company
University of Georgia
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full or Part Time
Required Education
Associate Degree
Required Experience
Open