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Reeves-Reed Arboretum, a public arboretum and historic former estate located in Summit, New Jersey, with landscapes designed by Calvert Vaux, Ellen Biddle Shipman, and Carl Pilat, seeks an experienced gardener to work approximately 15-20 hours per week over a 3 month period starting May 4, 2020. Duties include watering, deadheading, cleanup, and routine maintenance in the greenhouse, beds, and other planted areas. Interaction with visitors is a component of being a team-member of the Arboretum, and candidates who can effectively answer inquiries and represent the Arboretum in a friendly and engaging manner will be given special consideration. Candidates should have experience with ornamental plants used in Northeast gardens, should be familiar with basic gardening techniques, and will be expected to work outside in all weather conditions.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Basic knowledge of plant material and horticulture techniques. Completed or current education in Horticulture or related fields and/or certification will help demonstrate this basic knowledge.
• The ability to safely operate hand tools and power equipment, including line trimmers and backpack blowers.
• Ability to perform heavy, physical labor (lift 50 lbs.) in all weather conditions.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to work with volunteers and interact with the public.
• Strong communication skills.
• Valid driver's license.
• Must be 18 or older.

HOURS and COMPENSATION:

• This is a temporary part-time position.
• 15-20 hours per week; some weekend days required.
• $2500 stipend to be paid out in three installments at the completion of each month.

To apply, please email a resume to: j.frascinella@reeves-reedarboretum.org.

Reeves-Reed Arboretum is looking for "Arboretum Ambassadors" to welcome visitors to our historic Wisner House on some Saturdays and Sundays from 10am to 4pm. Ambassadors are responsible for:

• Opening and closing the Wisner House to the public on Saturdays and Sundays (apart from when the house is closed for an event.)
• Welcoming guests, answering questions, handing out maps and other materials.
• Monitoring the art exhibit in the Wisner House Gallery.

Ambassadors are not expected to work every weekend since the position is typically shared.

This opportunity is open to adults, college students and high school students entering their junior or senior year.

Please contact Trish Cassin at t.cassin@reeves-reedarboretum.org or by phone at 908-273-8787 ext. 1616.  Arboretum Ambassadors are currently needed through November, and then again in February 2020 through the summer.

Reeves-Reed Arboretum, a public arboretum and historic former estate located in Summit, New Jersey, with landscapes designed by Calvert Vaux, Ellen Biddle Shipman, and Carl Pilat, seeks an experienced gardener to work approximately 15-20 hours per week over a 3 month period starting May 4, 2020. Duties include watering, deadheading, cleanup, and routine maintenance in the greenhouse, beds, and other planted areas. Interaction with visitors is a component of being a team-member of the Arboretum, and candidates who can effectively answer inquiries and represent the Arboretum in a friendly and engaging manner will be given special consideration. Candidates should have experience with ornamental plants used in Northeast gardens, should be familiar with basic gardening techniques, and will be expected to work outside in all weather conditions.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Basic knowledge of plant material and horticulture techniques. Completed or current education in Horticulture or related fields and/or certification will help demonstrate this basic knowledge.
• The ability to safely operate hand tools and power equipment, including line trimmers and backpack blowers.
• Ability to perform heavy, physical labor (lift 50 lbs.) in all weather conditions.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to work with volunteers and interact with the public.
• Strong communication skills.
• Valid driver's license.
• Must be 18 or older.

HOURS and COMPENSATION:

• This is a temporary part-time position.
• 15-20 hours per week; some weekend days required.
• $2500 stipend to be paid out in three installments at the completion of each month.

To apply, please email a resume to: j.frascinella@reeves-reedarboretum.org.

Do you scour Google Images and Pinterest for new and creative decorating ideas? Do you have a passion for flower arrangements and interior decorating? Do you want experience on your résumé to help you with a floral design career or retail display jobs? Then RRA wants you to join our holiday decorating team!

Working under the skilled guidance of Deputy Director of Horticulture, Julieanne Frascinella, help prepare for RRA's annual holiday extravaganza. From decorating the exterior of Wisner House, creating winter displays in flower pots and garden beds, to creating unique centerpieces and wreaths to sell in our holiday garden shop, you'll have tons of opportunities to unleash your imagination!

Reeves-Reed Arboretum is a non-profit organization located on an historic estate in Summit, NJ, with 13 acres of gardens and woodland trails. As part of our fundraising strategy we will hold our annual Holiday House Tour on Thursday, December 5 that includes Wisner House (where a variety of vendors sell their wares) and surrounding private homes. On Saturday, December 7, children will have the opportunity to take photos with Santa, and enjoy some cookies and cocoa.

Don't miss this awesome opportunity to be a part of Reeves-Reed Arboretum!

What you will get out of this internship:

• Basic and intermediate floral design techniques
• Introduction to "Hortcouture"
• A professional recommendation at the completion of your internship based on performance

Responsibilities:

• Sort and prepare supplies, tools, and decorations
• Workshop set-up and take-down, holiday shop set-up and take-down
• Daily workshop clean-up (scrubbing buckets, sweeping floors, wiping tables, taking out trash, etc.)
• Assist in processing of all fresh materials, including harvesting of fresh materials from Arboretum grounds using proper pruning techniques
• Assist in floral builds, creating centerpieces, decorating wreaths, and other items for sale
• Installation of decorations on grounds
• Assist in customer service on day of tour
• Tracking sales and price points

Requirements:

• No experience necessary but appreciated
• Ability to be on your feet for long periods of time and to work outdoors in all weather conditions (we'll try to keep you dry!)
• Access to reliable transportation
• Great multi-tasker, innovative, creative thinking, self-motivated
• Outgoing with a good sense of humor (excellent taste in music a bonus!)
• Passion for floral design and an eye for interior decorating and setting a scene
• Handy with a hammer, staple gun, ladder work, as well as pruners, glue guns and spray paint
• Able to work independently as well as part of a team
• Must possess a willingness to work well with others in a respectful manner, and a desire to learn all there is to know about RRA

Time Commitment: Internship spans the fall, with intense concentration immediately following Thanksgiving and early December; moderate time investment in early November, minimal time investment in September and October. Some Sunday work may be required. Interns must be available a minimum of 8-10 hours a week from November 25-December 13.

Compensation: This is an unpaid internship/volunteer opportunity.

Please forward resume and/or portfolio to Julieanne Frascinella at j.frascinella@reeves-reedarboretum.org or contact her at 908-273-8787 ext. 1919 or to Trish Cassin, Volunteer Coordinator at t.cassin@reeves-reedarboretum.org

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