Parks Specialist II — Horticulture

Job overview

The Parks Specialist II — Horticulture role is onsite in Elmhurst, IL, with anticipated starting pay of $45,516 per year and a stated salary range of $45,516–$63,723. The role works at Wilder Park Conservatory and supports the Elmhurst Park District’s mission to enrich community life through parks, facilities, and programs. The specialist maintains greenhouse, conservatory, garden, natural-area, and park landscapes, helping keep public spaces healthy, safe, and attractive while supporting seasonal displays and community use.

What you'll do

• Care for garden plants through planting, watering, fertilizing, soil amendment, edging, pest control, pruning, and deadheading
• care for trees and shrubs
• maintain native and natural areas
• maintain walks, lots, and trails
• provide turf care and snow and ice removal
• perform general park and facility maintenance and repairs
• care for greenhouse plants and soil
• assist with conservatory displays
• apply pesticides
• maintain and report on equipment
• keep tools and equipment clean and in working order
• train and supervise seasonal staff.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

parks specialist ii

horticulture

elmhurst il

elmhurst park district

full-time

onsite

wilder park conservatory

monday–friday

6:00 a.m.–2:30 p.m.

park maintenance

greenhouse care

$45,516–$63,723/year

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• district-paid life insurance
• IMRF retirement and related benefits
• vacation, personal and sick leave
• nine paid holidays
• paid parental and bereavement leave
• employee assistance program
• deferred compensation
• supplemental insurance
• family Courts Plus membership and pool passes
• program discounts
• tuition reimbursement
• professional membership and employee programs.

Why this role

Schedule is Monday through Friday, 6:00 a.m.–2:30 p.m., with overtime for weekend watering, special events, emergencies, and snow removal. Illinois Pesticide Operator’s License and Class C driver’s license required within six months of hire.

About the employer

Elmhurst Park District is hiring for this role. Industry: Nature Parks and Other Similar Institutions. Sector: 71.