MNHC is currently seeking a Garden Manager!
This is a part-time, seasonal (up to 12 hours/week) position. The Garden Manager will maintain our native plant gardens through the early spring into early fall. This includes the Native Plant Garden at Fort Missoula, and the Pollinator and Nature Adventure Gardens at our Center at 120 Hickory Street near downtown. These gardens are important sanctuaries for wildlife, learning labs for all ages, play spaces, and examples of Missoula’s native plant community. They are open to the public and also host many of MNHC’s programs from summer camps to Master Naturalist. The Garden Manager will also be responsible for collecting native plant seeds on a variety USFS lands and transporting those seeds to representatives at the USFS.
- Part-time, seasonal position – may work up to a maximum of 12 hours/week for a total of 312 hours
- Duration: April 15th – October 18th, 2024
- $15/hour; can earn up to $4,680.00 for the whole season.
- Flexible hours and schedule – hours per week will vary by month and need. May and June may require more hours per week due to weeding, August may require less than 10 hours per week
Other benefits:
- Discounts for all MNHC programs.
- Work outside with plants in a beautiful setting.
- Practice invasive plant mediation and eradication.
- MNHC Individual Membership.
- Some mileage reimbursement may be available for programming related to seed collection, garden education days, and volunteer work days.
See full job description here.
To apply:
Send your application materials to jrobinson@montananaturalist.org. In the subject line of your email, please type “Garden Manager Application.” You can also mail your application to:
Montana Natural History Center
ATTN: Jennifer Robinson
120 Hickory Street, Suite A
Missoula, MT 59801
Please submit the following:
1) Resume
2) 100- to 300-word statement of interest explaining your qualifications and/or interest for this position.
3) Contact information for 2 professional references
Position is open until filled.
Questions? Contact Jennifer Robinson at 406.327.0405 or jrobinson@montananaturalist.org.
MNHC is currently hiring Seasonal Naturalists (7 positions available).
Have fun, get outdoors, and make a difference this summer while gaining valuable training and experience working in environmental education! Seasonal Naturalists will provide leadership and instruction for the full-day Summer Outdoor Discovery Day Camps at the Montana Natural History Center. Seasonal Naturalists will facilitate and lead various activities and themed camps, connect youth to nature, and explore the outdoors with children of different ages.
- Full-time, seasonal position (40 hours/week)
- Duration: May 27th – August 23rd, 2024
- $15/hour
See full job description here.
To apply and for more information about our camps, the hiring process, and more, visit our Work at Camp page.
Questions? Contact Alyssa Giffin at agiffin@montananaturalist.org or 406.327.0405.
MNHC is always on the lookout for talented professionals and ambitious interns. If you believe you would be a good fit as we continue to grow, send us your resume:
Montana Natural History Center
120 Hickory St., Suite A
Missoula, MT 59801