From the Historic Area to Hotels, Colonial Williamsburg mission that "the future may learn from the past" is part of everything we do. Colonial Williamsburg boasts a rich history as well, having hosted and entertained guests from around the world with an impressive collection of amenities including our hotels, guests homes, food and beverage outlets, championship golf courses, and spa and fitness center. The Golden Horseshoe Golf Club is seeking an experienced individual to join its agronomy team as Assistant Horticulturist.

Here is what you will be doing:

• Helping the Horticultural staff oversee and participate in the daily completion of work assignments being done by fellow crew members.
• Helping assist with field decisions regarding job procedures and work standards and machinery use.
• Application of fertilizers and pesticides to turf and ornamental flower beds along with detailed record-keeping of treated areas
• Routinely scouting for issues and problems as they occur: (i.e. disease, insect damage, irrigation needs, and weed infestation.)
• Leads guides and directs employees in the maintenance of ornamental flower beds
• Application of supplemental water as needed 
• Ability to interact professionally with cabin owners and fellow employees as well as vendors and suppliers

Qualifications we are looking for:

• High school education required, college degree preferred.
• 1 year golf course maintenance experience. Supervisory experience preferred.
• Demonstrated quality written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to analyze and solve problems; efficiently handle multiple duties under pressure with minimal supervision; work flexible hours as required including nights/weekends.
• Positive attitude, professional manner and appearance in all situations.

Here is what we offer to all of our associates:

• Highly competitive compensation
• Exceptional benefit plan for eligible associates & their family members
• 401K matching program for eligible associates
• Flexible scheduling to help you with work/life balance
• Opportunity to grow with us, a top rated company on Glassdoor
• Discounts to any of our Crescent managed properties in North America for you & your family members

Our Differences Are What Makes Us Great!

At Crescent Hotels & Resorts we strive to create a great place to work where associates at all levels of our organization are respected for their differences, just like the guests and owners we serve. That’s why we are dedicated to creating an environment that facilitates open and honest conversations about race, equity, diversity, and inclusion. By examining our own beliefs and behaviors, we can create change through training, recruiting, and promoting diverse talent to strengthen our culture.

All candidates hired will be required to provide proof of vaccination to the Company. The Company will provide reasonable accommodation to any individual who is not able to comply with this vaccination requirement due to a disability or other protected ground.