BHG Test Garden Horticulturist
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People Inc.
Des Moines, IA, US
Summary
The horticulturist is responsible for maintaining the test garden through tasks such as watering, weeding, and pruning perennials. Additional duties include seasonal cleanup and preparing the garden for winter conditions.
Job Description
This assignment posting is for an Agency Worker opportunity with People Inc. The Agency Worker is paid by a staffing agency employer. Agency Workers will receive a W2 from the staffing agency reporting their earnings for tax purposes.
BHG Test Garden Horticulturist
This is a gardening position. Duties include watering, weeding, cutting back perennials, fall cleanup, raking leaves, and getting the garden ready for winter.
Must be able to work independently.
Assignment Details:
25-30 hours a week, including weekend watering through October
Start date: ASAP
End date: December 2026
Hourly Rate: $16-18 /hr, based on experience
Location: Des Moines Office/Test Garden
People Inc. is the largest print and digital publisher in America. Nearly 200 million people trust us each month to help them make decisions, take action, and find inspiration. People Inc.'s over 40 iconic brands include PEOPLE, Better Homes & Gardens, Verywell, Food & Wine, Travel + Leisure, Allrecipes, REAL SIMPLE, Investopedia, and Southern Living.
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People Inc. is the leading non-profit human services agency throughout Western New York and the Greater Rochester region. Through a variety of services including residential, employment, community outreach, health care and recreation programs, we help seniors, families and people with disabilities live more healthy, independent and productive lives.
The Mission of People Inc.: People Inc. exists so that individuals with disabling conditions or other special needs have the supports they need to participate and succeed in an accepting society.
The Vision of People Inc.: People Inc. is working toward a future where all persons whose needs limit their integration into the community can reach their highest level of human potential as responsible members of society. It is hoped that these individuals will, to their potential, be contributing and active members in their communities, enjoying the greatest possible degree of independence and acceptance, in all aspects of their lives.
People Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity, equity and inclusion. We are committed to cultivating an environment of respect and support for all employees. Each member of our team is valuable, and we feel our commitment to diversity will drive creativity and ultimately success at People Inc.
This commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion is instilled in all of our employment practices, which include, but are not limited to, recruitment and hiring, compensation, benefits and development.
Founded
1970
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Industry
Publishing
Org type
Public Company
Headquarters
New York, NY
