Part Time Gardener

Employment Opportunity 
Part Time Seasonal Gardener 
Center at Mariandale, Ossining, NY 
The Dominican Sisters of Hope are engaged in a pollinator habitat restoration project on 6 acres of their 61
acre property known as Mariandale in Ossining, NY. We are seeking a seasonal part-time gardener (12 to 15 
hours/week, minimum of three days/week) who will work under the direction of a professional landscape 
designer.  The position will run through October or November, depending on the weather.  This is a non
benefit-eligible, nonexempt position.   
Major responsibilities include assisting in: 
The eradication of invasive species through mechanical means.  
The planting and/or maintenance of native pollinator-friendly grasses, shrubs, and trees and experience 
installing plugs, whips, and larger plants as directed.  
The occasional direction and supervision of volunteer groups for in-field assistance. 
Requirements: 
The ability to work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions. 
Working proficiency of English. 
Reliability, dependability and the ability to work independently. 
Knowledge of and interest in further learning about native plant species and their associated pollinators. 
Physical fitness and stamina for manual work, including working on slopes, crouching, bending, kneeling, 
pulling, pushing, and lifting. 
At least one year of gardening, planting, maintenance and weeding experience.  
Experience using hand tools and equipment for tasks including selective weeding/trimming (i.e. handheld 
brush cutter), elimination of the rhizomes of invasive plants (i.e. cultivator), and smothering techniques (i.e. 
use of cardboard or plastic). 
Prior experience with pollinator gardening a plus.  
A background check and drug test will be required. 
Rate of Pay: $22 - $24 per hour. 
To apply, please email your resume and availability to Sister Lorelle Elcock at [email protected] .  
We will contact you if your experience meets our restoration needs. 
The Dominican Sisters of Hope is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable 
employment laws.