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Nursery Manager

Mojave Desert Land Trust

P.O. Box 1544 * 60124 29 Palms Hwy * Joshua Tree, CA 92252NURSERY MANAGER Work for one of the leading conservation voices in the California desert! The Mojave Desert Land Trust is a 501c3 with the goal of protecting the California desert ecosystem and its scenic and cultural resource values. We do this through a winning combination of land acquisition and stewardship, native plant restoration and seed banking, education, and advocacy. We have acquired nearly 90,000 acres across the California desert, and we are a record-holder in land conservation, having conveyed more tracts of land to the National Park Service than any nonprofit nationwide since 2006.

We are looking for an experienced Nursery Manager (Manager) with a strong working knowledge of California desert native plant species. The Manager will work closely with the Director of Plant Conservation and is responsible for maintaining the day-to-day operations of the nursery, including growing plants for sale, display, and research, the management of growing contracts, production schedules, propagation and production records, care and maintenance of plants for sale and stock, maintaining and repairing irrigation and cooling systems, weeding and watering nursery grounds and demonstration garden, maintaining clean equipment and workspaces, and supervising and working with the Production Assistant (Assistant) and volunteers. The Manager is responsible for preparing for annual plant sale events, including labeling and grooming plants, working with the outreach department on event and volunteer coordination, and supervising volunteers. The Manager is responsible for managing inventory, ordering materials and supplies, monitoring and treating pests and diseases, and propagation and production of container stock as directed by the Director. The Manager is responsible for administrative duties such as submitting progress reports and invoices for growing contracts to the Director for approval, scheduling delivery of growing contracts, approving associate’s timecards, and writing/assisting with associate’s performance reviews. The Manager maintains all nursery and seed production stock, nursery grounds, and the Desert Discovery Garden. The Manager may be asked to participate in outreach and fundraising efforts centered on the plant conservation programs and other events as needed. Working some weekends may be required.

Starting Salary Range: $48,000 to $55,000

Responsibilities:

• Determine and maintain optimal growing conditions for all plants.
• Create and manage production schedules for growing contracts, plant sales, and special projects.
• Monitor and maintain growing contracts and submit monthly progress reports to contractors. Communicate regularly with the Director regarding the progress and condition of all contracts.
• Maintain propagation and production records on all nursery stock.
• Care for and maintain all nursery stock, including but not limited to growing contracts, mother stock, and Desert Discovery Garden. This includes watering, weeding, labeling, and practicing integrated pest management.
• Identify pests and pathogens and apply appropriate remedies in a timely manner. This includes routine monitoring and controlling of rodents, invertebrate pests, and diseases.
• Follow BMP guidelines and make improvements as needed. Represent MDLT at monthly BMP group meetings.
• Maintain nursery and greenhouse equipment and systems, such as irrigation systems, cooling systems, solarization benches, pot washing station, and tools.
• Construct/Assemble structures and accessories such as greenhouse benches and growing areas, as needed.
• Maintain a clean, safe work environment, and conduct routine safety inspections.
• Maintain inventory and order supplies as needed.
• Coordinate and schedule timely delivery of growing contracts. Deliver plants to contractors as needed.
• Coordinate and supervise preparation for annual plant sales.
• Communicate effectively with customers, clients, and supporters. Provide information on plant care and maintenance upon request.
• Schedule and supervise nursery volunteers.
• Assign work duties to the Production Assistant and provide supervision and support.
• Provide leadership and training for new Associates and volunteers.
• Approve Associate timecards each pay period.
• Fulfill other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Horticulture, or related field, or equivalent education and/or experience.
• Two years of experience working in a production nursery environment.
• Experience with common propagation and restoration techniques.
• Strong working knowledge of California desert native plant species, their scientific names, and identification.
• Understanding of basic nursery operations, including container plant production, nursery irrigation systems, and greenhouse systems.
• Understanding of Cal/OSHA workplace safety requirements.
• Ability to maintain detailed propagation and production records.
• Excellent social and supervisory skills with demonstrated effectiveness in working collaboratively, leading volunteer and public education efforts, and professionally representing MDLT.
• Able to work efficiently and effectively with minimal supervision and able to appropriately use initiative to meet project goals; having the maturity and discretion to seek advice and policy guidance when needed and appropriate.
• Able to structure time effectively, delegate appropriately, and meet deadlines.
• Effective communication skills—both written and oral; able to prepare succinct and cogent reports and plans.
• Excellent judgement with respect to maintaining a safe work environment.
• Current Pesticide Applicator certification.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (SharePoint, OneDrive, Outlook).

Working Conditions:

• Regularly works outdoors in the nursery, field, and garden.
• Regularly conducts work on uneven ground.
• Regularly sits or stands at a desk or computer workstation.
• Regularly required to operate an MDLT vehicle.
• Frequently works alone.
• Some evening and weekend responsibilities.
• Uses and/or supervises the use of pesticides, fertilizers and other chemical substances.
• Uses or supervises the use of powered equipment such as drivers/drills and saws.
• Regularly lifts, positions, or otherwise moves objects weighing up to 50 pounds.

The working conditions described here are representative in part of those that will be encountered by an employee in this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to successfully function in these working conditions.

Required Skills and Traits:

• Behave Ethically: Understand ethical behavior and business practices and ensure own behavior and the behavior of others are consistent with these standards and align with the values of the organization. Must have the ability to be discreet and properly handle confidential information.
• Build Relationships: Establish and maintain positive working relationships with others both internally and externally to achieve the goals of the organization. Proven experience working cooperatively, effectively, tactfully and personably with a variety of people including the leadership team, support staff, students, volunteers, regulatory agencies, local government, and conservation and other professionals.
• Communicate Effectively: Speak, listen and write in a clear, thorough and timely manner using appropriate and effective communication tools and techniques. Must be able to effectively make presentations before large and small groups.
• Focus on Client Needs: Anticipate, understand, and respond to the needs of internal and external clients to meet or exceed their expectations within the organizational parameters.
• Foster Teamwork: Work cooperatively and effectively with others to set goals, resolve problems, and make decisions that enhance organizational effectiveness.
• Make Decisions: Assess situations to determine the importance, urgency and risks, and make clear decisions which are timely and in the best interests of the organization. Must be able to work independently and under pressure at a fast and rigorous pace in response to an ever- changing demand of the position.
• Organization: Set priorities, develop a work schedule, monitor progress toward goals, and track details/data/information/activities. Must be extremely detail oriented.
• Transportation: Must possess a valid class “C” driver’s license at all times of employment and be able to safely operate a 4WS vehicle and trailer across a variety of terrain.
• Plan: Determine strategies to move the organization forward, set goals, create and implement actions plans, and evaluate the process and results.
• Solve Problems: Assess problem situations to identify causes, gather and process relevant information, generate possible solutions, and make recommendations and/or resolve the problem in a timely, effective and efficient manner.
• Technologically Advanced: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Software products, Adobe Acrobat Reader or Professional, CRM/Donation Management Databases, Marketing Software, and website maintenance, preferably WordPress.
• Flexibility: Willingness to travel as needed and adjust shifts according to needs of the organization. Willing and able to work in a variety of terrains and weather. Must be able to evolve as the organization evolves and actively engages in furthering the development of the organization and to perform any other duties as assigned.
• Ability to support MDLT’s conservation culture and MDLT’s values of Respect, Collaboration, Adaptability and Sustainability.

MORE DETAILS ABOUT MOJAVE DESERT LAND TRUST AND WHO WE ARE

The Mojave Desert Land Trust (MDLT) is a non-profit 501(3)(c) organization, founded in 2006. Our mission is to protect the ecosystems of the California Desert and their natural, cultural, and scenic resource values. MDLT’s service area spans nearly 26 million acres – the entire California portion of the eastern Mojave and Colorado Deserts. Our work ensures preservation and stewardship of ecologically sensitive desert lands and habitats in tandem with creating ways for people to experience and enjoy these extraordinary landscapes. We focus on acquiring and protecting properties within national parks and preserves, wilderness areas, areas of critical environmental concern, and habitat linkages. We are also engaged in public engagement and outreach, plant conservation, land management and public policy. We have successfully conserved land in Joshua Tree National Park, Mojave National Preserve, Mojave Trails National Monument, and Death Valley National Park. The California Desert is full of amazing opportunities for creative conservation strategies, and the need is great, as pressures on these landscapes are increasing, too.TO APPLYWrite to Lani Brown, Director of Human Resources. Application requires resume plus cover letter addressing your reasons for interest and how your experience prepares you for this position. Please include at least three professional references with contact information. All applications are held in confidence; references will not be contacted until later in the search process with the candidate’s prior knowledge. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the successful candidate is selected. Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, MDLT employees are working remotely – NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.BENEFITSMDLT offers competitive salaries; paid vacation, sick, and administrative time; health, dental and vision insurance; 401(k) Retirement Plan with a 3% match, and 12 paid holidays per year.

Come join our team of highly motivated and passionate staff who care deeply about our mission and one another. At MDLT, we believe in, and support workplace diversity, equity and inclusion. It is our belief that a diverse and inclusive workforce leads to better discussions, decisions, and outcomes for everyone. In recruiting for our team, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring in terms of education, opinions, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expression, nation of origin, age, languages spoken, veteran’s status, color, religion, disability, sexual orientation and beliefs.Related keywords: horticulture, agriculture, farm, cannabis, plant nursery, nursery, daycare

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $48,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:MDLT is closed to the public during the pandemic. Most staff members are working remotely. MDLT has strict protocols in place for employees who must work at our headquarter offices and conservation nursery.

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Work Location:

• One location

This Job Is:

• A job for which military experienced candidates are encouraged to apply
• A “Fair Chance” job (you or the employer follow Fair Chance hiring practices when performing background checks)
• A good fit for applicants with gaps in their resume, or who have been out of the workforce for the past 6 months or more

Company's website:

• www.mdlt.org

Company's Facebook page:

• https://www.facebook.com/mojavedesertlandtrust/

Benefit Conditions:

• Waiting period may apply

Work Remotely:

• No

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