Horticulture Supervisor Downtown

Position Title: Horticulture Supervisor Downtown 

Department: Park Operations 

Reports To: Park Operations Manager 

Location: Woldenberg Riverfront Park 

Position Type: Full-time 

Who We Are 

Audubon Nature Institute comprises Audubon Park, Audubon Zoo, Audubon Aquarium, Audubon Insectarium, Audubon Louisiana Nature Center, Freeport-McMoRan Audubon Species Survival Center, Audubon Center for Research of Endangered Species, Woldenberg Riverfront Park, and Audubon Wilderness Park

At Audubon Nature Institute, we are more than a collection of parks, museums, and conservation centers—we are a dedicated team with a shared mission to celebrate, protect, and connect people to the wonders of nature. Our work is guided by our culture code, which is at the heart of everything we do. We believe in Activating Impact by integrating tangible, real-world outcomes into all our initiatives, fostering a culture where every action contributes to a positive environmental impact. We are committed to Empowering Optimism, using positivity to inspire others to act and believe in their capacity to create meaningful change. We strive to Create Connection by engaging with people from all walks of life, knowing that the collective strength of a diverse community can address the most pressing challenges facing our natural world. At Audubon, we embody the spirit of Le Bon Temps, infusing the joy and vibrant culture of Louisiana into our everyday work, celebrating our unique heritage while advancing our mission. As Leaders of the Pack, we constantly seek smarter, innovative solutions, challenging conventions to drive the change we want to see in the world.

What You’ll Do

As the park Landscape Supervisor, you'll play a critical role in maintaining the beauty, safety, and functionality of the public parks managed by Audubon Nature Institute along the downtown riverfront. This hands-on leadership role is responsible for overseeing landscaped areas, formal gardens, pollinator habitats and park trees. You’ll manage a team of staff, coordinate with internal departments and external vendors, and ensure all park guests have a clean, safe, and enjoyable experience.

Day to Day Responsibilities 

•    Supervise department team members, including hiring, daily supervision, performance evaluations, training, development, and discipline. 

•    Ensure appropriate staffing coverage and task prioritization aligned with standard operating procedures. 

•    Monitor departmental inventory and submit timely requests for ordering. 

•    Monitor equipment for safe and proper use, and report repair and servicing needs.  

•    Enforce proper use of tools, PPE, equipment, and chemicals; provide necessary training. 

•    Support event operations including setup, breakdown, and recovery.  

Additional/Overall Skills:

•    Maintain a positive attitude and a strong sense of accountability, fostering a collaborative team environment where everyone feels empowered to contribute.

•    Thrive in a team environment, using your organizational and technical skills to ensure the smooth execution of creative projects that resonate with our audience.

•    Celebrate the successes of your team and bring enthusiasm to your work, reflecting the joyful culture that is at the heart of Audubon’s mission.

•    Stay adaptable and open to learning new skills, embracing change and innovation as opportunities to lead and grow.

•    The above listed duties are general statements of required major duties and responsibilities performed on a regular and continuous basis. They do not exclude other duties as assigned.

What We’re Looking For

Must Haves:

•    2 years experience in operations, grounds, horticulture, or related field

•    Demonstrated success managing teams

•    Ability to identify common pests and weeds.

•    High School Diploma or equivalent 

•    Strong verbal and interpersonal skills 

•    Ability to operate vehicles (golf carts and gas-powered utility vehicles)

•    Ability to operate and maintain equipment such as hedgers, weed eaters, and blowers. 

•    Ability to work outdoors in varied weather conditions 

•    Comfort engaging with a diverse audience 

•    Affinity for nature and the outdoors 

•    Computer literacy including basic knowledge in Microsoft Office suite

•    Valid driver’s license

Nice-to-Haves:

•    Louisiana Horticultural License

•    Louisiana Arborist License 

•    Bachelors degree

•    Experience with heavy equipment 

•    First aid/CPR training 

Physical Requirements:

•    Working 100% outdoors in the elements including hot, humid summers and cold, wet winters.

•    Prolonged standing, walking, and climbing of stairs or ladders.

•    Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry objects up to 50 pounds.

•    Frequent bending, crouching, twisting, and reaching.

•    Manual dexterity to operate machinery or handle tools.

•    Frequent use of vision and hearing to assess surroundings and job tasks.