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Horticulture Specialist Work Location: Parks & Conservation Resources; 12520 Ulmerton Road, Largo, FL 33774. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday; 7 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Do you have a passion for all things botanical and enjoy working with volunteers? Then the Florida Botanical Gardens is the right place for you. Join the Parks and Conservation Resources Team as a Horticulture Specialist and play a key role in maintaining and enhancing our diverse gardens while inspiring a dedicated volunteer community. This is highly skilled specialized work providing horticultural expertise in the Florida Botanical Gardens within the Parks & Conservation Resources Department. Employees in this class are responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Florida Botanical Gardens, coordinating, planning, implementing, and evaluating programs and processes. Duties include the development, maintenance, and use of the resources of the Florida Botanical Gardens which shall include the role of volunteer coordinator. Evening and occasional weekend work may be required. Employees in this class will supervise and provide lead work for employees and/or volunteers. Duties include a high degree of public contact and entail making independent work decisions based on experience and knowledge of departmental operations. What Will You Do * Create, implement, and evaluate landscape maintenance plans for the Florida Botanical Gardens. * Provide leadership and supervision to the Florida Botanical Gardens staff and volunteers. * Evaluate and maintain the irrigation system for the Florida Botanical Gardens. * Coordinate and carry out various pesticide applications within the Florida Botanical Gardens. * Coordinates various plans and activities as assigned by the department with the Florida Botanical Gardens Foundation. * Performs related work as assigned or required. What Do You Need Experience: Biology, horticulture, botany, natural resources, or related field. Degree: Biology, Horticulture, Botany, Natural Resources, or related field * 4 years' experience as described above; or * Associate degree and 2 years' experience as described above; or * Bachelor's or higher-level degree as described above, and some experience. * An equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience. * Possession and maintenance of a valid State of Florida Driver's License upon hire with eligibility based upon evaluation of a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) driving report. * Assignment to work a variety of work schedules including compulsory work periods in special, emergency, and/or disaster situations. Highly Desirable * Florida Public or Commercial Restricted Use Pesticide Applicators license with certification in one or more of the following categories: * Aquatic Weed Control * Right-of-Way Pest Control * Ornamental and Turf Pest Control * Natural Areas Weed Management Why Choose Pinellas County? When you join Pinellas County, you're not just taking on a job-you're investing in your future. We believe in supporting our employees with exceptional benefits that help you thrive both professionally and personally. Here's why our benefits stand out as some of the best in the area: * Comprehensive Benefits Package: Enjoy affordable medical, dental, vision, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, and more that meet the needs of you and your family. * Florida Retirement System (FRS): Secure your financial future with a robust retirement plan that gives you peace of mind as you plan for tomorrow. * Generous leave time: Take advantage of time off to recharge and enjoy life outside of work. * Wellness Program: Access to county gyms 24/7 and wellness programs as part of our commitment to employee wellness. * Deferred compensation: Build your savings and plan for the future with flexible deferred compensation options tailored to your financial goals. Want to Learn More? Review the full classification description with the Physical/Mental Demands and Working Conditions at the below link Horticulture Specialist