VISTA Careers – Longwood Gardens

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Located in Kennett Square, Longwood Gardens is one of the premier botanical gardens in the U.S. and draws record numbers of visitors annually to its more than 1,700 acres of gardens, woodlands, and meadows in the Brandywine Creek Valley.

Learning and Development Manager

This position provides the overall vision and strategy for Longwood’s learning program; manages the execution and delivery of training programs in alignment with strategic goals; and plans, designs, and develops education materials in alignment with Longwood’s brand.

The ideal candidate will possess a bachelor’s degree in training and development, education, human resources, or a related discipline; a minimum of five years of experience designing, developing, and implementing training programs; and excellent communication, leadership, and mentorship skills.

Click here to read more about the Learning and Development Manager position at Longwood Gardens.

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Electrician

This position performs installation, repairs, and preventative maintenance of electrical control systems; provides technical experience for day-to-day operations and maintenance of electrical equipment; and plans, organizes, orders materials, and prioritizes individual work orders as assigned.

The ideal candidate will possess a high school diploma or GED and will have completed an apprenticeship exam; four years of demonstrated field experience; knowledge of NEC, NFPA 70E, and OSHA 1910S safety standards; and strong analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills.

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Research Specialist

This position manages the Longwood Research Nursery and Plant evaluation program by implementing, analyzing, and disseminating meaningful research projects related to plant culture, breeding, and conservation; and curates at least one Longwood Core Collection.

The ideal candidate will possess a bachelor’s or graduate degree in horticulture, botany, or a related discipline; a minimum of two years of nursery, greenhouse, or plant evaluation, and trials experience; and excellent management, organizational, and critical thinking skills.

Click here to read more about the Research Specialist position at Longwood Gardens.

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