Sustainability and Gardens Manager
strategic HR, inc., Hamilton, OH, United States
Career Opportunity: Sustainability and Gardens Manager with Pyramid Hill Sculpture Park and Museum in Hamilton, OH
Do you have a passion for nature, sustainability, and community engagement, and enjoy hands‑on work with gardens, native plants, and ecological restoration? Are you excited to lead sustainability projects, train and inspire volunteers, and build partnerships that make a visible impact across 470 acres of art and nature? If so, this is the opportunity for you.
Pyramid Hill Sculpture Park & Museum is seeking a
Sustainability and Gardens Manager
to oversee the care, planning, and stewardship of all landscaped and natural spaces across the Park’s 470 acres. This role leads sustainable garden operations, habitat improvement, beautification initiatives, and environmental best practices that support the Park’s mission to bring people to art in nature. You’ll work closely with staff, volunteers, and community partners to strengthen Pyramid Hill’s environmental impact, increase biodiversity, and enhance guest experiences.
Responsibilities
Oversee daily care and maintenance of gardens, native plant areas, pollinator habitats, no‑mow zones, and trees
Plan annual and seasonal plantings, plant selection, and maintenance schedules
Monitor plant health, pruning, mulching, mowing, watering, and bed maintenance
Lead honeysuckle and invasive species removal, ecological restoration, and native habitat expansion
Support landscape management around the historic Fortified Hill earthwork
Develop and implement sustainability initiatives (composting, rainwater collection, pollinator gardens, soil regeneration, IPM)
Lead and supervise volunteers, seasonal staff, interns, and community service groups
Provide educational support for sustainability and plant‑related topics, including workshops, tours, and field trips
Manage budgets for plant materials, tools, and sustainability projects
Build partnerships with environmental organizations, garden clubs, and universities
Assist with grant reporting and donor proposals as needed
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Horticulture, Sustainability, Landscape Management, Forestry, or related field, or equivalent hands‑on experience
At least 2 years’ practical experience in gardening, landscaping, ecological restoration, or park management (volunteer or graduate work considered)
Certifications in sustainable horticulture, pollinator gardening, or conservation preferred
Knowledge of native plants, pollinators, soil health, and sustainable practices
Experience with invasive species identification and removal
Able to lead volunteers, train teams, and manage projects independently
Comfortable working outdoors in varied weather and terrain
Strong communication, organizational, and computer skills
Valid driver’s license
Ability to lift 50 lbs
We Offer
$22–$24 per hour based on experience and certification
Health, dental, and vision insurance (70% employer‑paid)
Employer‑matched retirement plan
Employer‑paid short‑term disability insurance
15 vacation days, 5 sick days, 12 paid holidays, and pet‑related leave
NARM & ROAM reciprocal memberships
Professional development opportunities
Flexible scheduling and the chance to work in a beautiful natural setting
Apply online at https://grnh.se/mzmz0tur3us.
Employer is EOE/AA/M/F/D/V.
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Do you have a passion for nature, sustainability, and community engagement, and enjoy hands‑on work with gardens, native plants, and ecological restoration? Are you excited to lead sustainability projects, train and inspire volunteers, and build partnerships that make a visible impact across 470 acres of art and nature? If so, this is the opportunity for you.
Pyramid Hill Sculpture Park & Museum is seeking a
Sustainability and Gardens Manager
to oversee the care, planning, and stewardship of all landscaped and natural spaces across the Park’s 470 acres. This role leads sustainable garden operations, habitat improvement, beautification initiatives, and environmental best practices that support the Park’s mission to bring people to art in nature. You’ll work closely with staff, volunteers, and community partners to strengthen Pyramid Hill’s environmental impact, increase biodiversity, and enhance guest experiences.
Responsibilities
Oversee daily care and maintenance of gardens, native plant areas, pollinator habitats, no‑mow zones, and trees
Plan annual and seasonal plantings, plant selection, and maintenance schedules
Monitor plant health, pruning, mulching, mowing, watering, and bed maintenance
Lead honeysuckle and invasive species removal, ecological restoration, and native habitat expansion
Support landscape management around the historic Fortified Hill earthwork
Develop and implement sustainability initiatives (composting, rainwater collection, pollinator gardens, soil regeneration, IPM)
Lead and supervise volunteers, seasonal staff, interns, and community service groups
Provide educational support for sustainability and plant‑related topics, including workshops, tours, and field trips
Manage budgets for plant materials, tools, and sustainability projects
Build partnerships with environmental organizations, garden clubs, and universities
Assist with grant reporting and donor proposals as needed
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Horticulture, Sustainability, Landscape Management, Forestry, or related field, or equivalent hands‑on experience
At least 2 years’ practical experience in gardening, landscaping, ecological restoration, or park management (volunteer or graduate work considered)
Certifications in sustainable horticulture, pollinator gardening, or conservation preferred
Knowledge of native plants, pollinators, soil health, and sustainable practices
Experience with invasive species identification and removal
Able to lead volunteers, train teams, and manage projects independently
Comfortable working outdoors in varied weather and terrain
Strong communication, organizational, and computer skills
Valid driver’s license
Ability to lift 50 lbs
We Offer
$22–$24 per hour based on experience and certification
Health, dental, and vision insurance (70% employer‑paid)
Employer‑matched retirement plan
Employer‑paid short‑term disability insurance
15 vacation days, 5 sick days, 12 paid holidays, and pet‑related leave
NARM & ROAM reciprocal memberships
Professional development opportunities
Flexible scheduling and the chance to work in a beautiful natural setting
Apply online at https://grnh.se/mzmz0tur3us.
Employer is EOE/AA/M/F/D/V.
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