Horticultural Specialist

Posting Number : PG194707SP

Internal Recruitment :

No

Working Title :

Horticultural Specialist

Anticipated Hiring Range :

$40,000 - $43,000

Work Schedule :

Monday - Friday, 6 : 00 am - 2 : 30 pm; some rotating weekends

Job Location : Raleigh, NC

Department :

Landscape Maintenance & Operations

About the Department :

The NC State University Facilities Division is home to nearly 900 professionals who plan , build and maintain the spaces that foster an environment where innovation, learning, and community thrive. Through this work, we help create spaces that empower students, faculty, and staff to reach their full potential. Operating year-round, we manage more than 16.7 million gross square feet of built space and oversee 4,733 acres of campus infrastructure through a series of core departments, each composed of multiple specialized units :

• Design & Construction
• Business Operations
• Campus Operations and Maintenance
• Campus Planning and Strategic Investment

Whether responding to a maintenance request, shaping future facilities or creating spaces that inspire discovery, our team is grounded in excellence, service and stewardship.

Join the pack and become part of one of the largest and most respected employers in the state, helping shape the future of our campus community. Take a look below to see what we offer!

Wolfpack Perks and Benefits :

As a Pack member, you belong here , and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Proposition and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone.

What we offer :

Attain Work-life balance with our Childcare benefits, Wellness & Recreation Membership , and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community.

Disclaimer : Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered.

Essential Job Duties :

Join NC State University’s Landscape Maintenance and Operations (LM&O) team as a Horticultural Specialist and help shape the beauty, sustainability, and long-term health of our award-winning campus landscapes. This position is ideal for someone who loves hands-on work, appreciates the natural environment, and takes pride in creating vibrant, well-maintained outdoor spaces. As a key plant-care expert for assigned campus zones, you will apply your horticultural knowledge, problem-solving skills, and creativity to support the university’s landscape standards, sustainability goals, and student engagement initiatives.

You will also serve as a trusted resource to LM&O staff, helping mentor team members in best practices for plant care, seasonal maintenance, and thoughtful landscape design. If you’re passionate about working outdoors, making a visible impact, and being part of a collaborative and mission-driven team, this role offers meaningful, year-round work in a supportive environment.

Key responsibilities and duties include but not limited to :

If you’re energized by outdoor work, passionate about horticulture, and looking for a role where your contributions will be seen and valued every day, we invite you to apply and join our LM&O team at NC State University. Your expertise can help shape a campus environment that inspires students, staff, and visitors year-round.

Other Responsibilities :

Minimum Experience / Education :

High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Necessary Special Qualifications : North Carolina Pesticide License may be required and can be obtained within six months of employment; North Carolina Commercial Driver’s License may be required.

Preferred Qualifications :

Required License or Certification :

Valid NC Driver's License required :

Yes

Commercial Driver's License Required? :

No

Job Open Date : 12 / 04 / 2025

Earliest Close Date (Positions will be posted until 5 : 00 PM ET on this date. Positions remaining posted after this date are still accepting applications but may close at any time.) :

12 / 11 / 2025

Notice to Applicants :

Please include all relevant employment history on your application. Any employment history you mention in the supplemental questions or resume, MUST be listed in your employment history on your application.

Position Number : 00061172

Position Type : SHRA

Position Classification Band Title :

Agricultural / Horticultural Specialist

Position Classification Band Level :

Advanced

Position Classification Salary Range :

$ 33,540 - $ 58,335

Salary Grade Equivalency :

NC05

Alternate Option :

If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.

Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours / week) :

1.00

Appointment : 12 Month Recurring

Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather :

Mandatory - Adverse Weather

Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events :

Other - Grounds & Building Services

Time Limited Position :

No

Department Id :

445060 - Landscape Maintenance & Operations

EEO :

NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu .

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.

NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.