Share Email Opening Apply Now Title Gardener  About the Organization The mission of The Horticultural Society of New York is to improve human lives through horticulture. Our social service and public programs create green spaces in all neighborhoods as a vital part of social infrastructure, train people for jobs that grow and sustain green communities, and develop fresh approaches to improve New Yorkers' health, well-being, and environment through horticulture.   EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.   Description Gardener The Horticultural Society of New York (The Hort) seeks an energetic and dedicated Gardener to support horticultural work in public and private spaces throughout New York City. Gardeners should be able to work efficiently, independently, and collaboratively to accomplish each day’s tasks. The Gardener will work directly with The Hort’s team to plant and care for trees and shrubs and engage in green infrastructure work on roofs, gardens, public plazas, Open Streets, supportive housing facilities, and private residences. The ideal candidate is passionate about furthering their career in public space horticulture. This is a full-time, year-round position with room for growth. We bring plants into the places where daily life happens, especially in neighborhoods with the least access to green space. We turn “unplantable” urban spaces—sidewalks, medians, traffic triangles, and streets—into gardens and plantings that last. We engage communities through learning, wellness, and paid work so the benefits of plants are more accessible to New Yorkers across our city.   Responsibilities Include: Care for trees, shrubs, perennials, grasses, and other plantings Planting, pruning, deadheading, watering, weeding, and other horticultural tasks Leaf, debris, and trash removal Survey condition of sites Communicate the status of job sites, including improvements needed or change Composting and mulching Maintain tools and machinery Irrigation repair and installation Clear communication with colleagues, clients and members of the public Other tasks as assigned   Required qualifications: 6 months to 1 year of experience with hands-on experience planting and maintaining urban green spaces and gardens Comfortable working in high traffic areas (roadsides, medians, traffic circles, tree pits, etc.) Punctual and dependable Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal Ability to work independently as well as part of a team Perform all other duties and tasks assigned   Physical Requirements Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time Must be able to squat, kneel, lift, stretch, bend, and stand for extended periods of time. Ability to perform physical labor outside in various weather conditions Comfort working outside year round Comfort traveling throughout the city on public transportation   Benefits The Hort offers all Full-Time regular employees a generous Paid Time Off package, term life insurance policy, and Employee Assistance Program. Pre-tax benefits include transit, Flexible Spending Account, medical, dental, and vision insurance. A 401(k)-retirement plan is available after one year of service.   Additional Details Rate: $20.00 min- $20.00 max/ hour Employment Classification: Full-Time Regular Work Location: On-site Reports to: Field Supervisor Schedule: Monday- Friday   How to Apply To be considered, submit your application, resume, and a brief cover letter detailing your interests. Only complete applications will be reviewed. No phone calls.   Please be advised that due to the high volume of applicants, we can only contact candidates whose skills and background best fit the needs of open positions. We appreciate your interest in employment opportunities at The Horticultural Society of New York. The Hort is committed to workplace diversity and inclusion. It is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, age, religion, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, political orientation or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local law. We provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation is also available for these individuals during the hiring process. Please email jobs@thehort.org should you require reasonable accommodation during the hiring process.   Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time   Req Number GAR-26-00006   This position is currently accepting applications. Apply Now WE ALSO RECOMMEND Other Jobs Within Same Category -- None found -- Other Jobs Within 60 Miles Grant Officer in New York, NY Posted on: 6/15/2026 [Apply Now] Garden & Public Space Workshop Facilitator for Therapeutic Programs in New York, NY Posted on: 7/2/2026 [Apply Now] Follow us See who works here:

 

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