Employment Opportunities
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The Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Under the guidance of its Board of Directors, the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History operates in support of its Mission: Connecting People with Nature and Science to Inspire Stewardship of the Natural World.
The Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History has been connecting people to the wonders of the natural world for over 100 years. Through our extraordinary location, interactive displays, engaging programs, and special collections, the Museum highlights the region’s diverse natural history, from the shores of the Monterey Bay to the summit of the Santa Cruz Mountains.
Gardener / Horticulturist
Gardener/Horticulturist responsibilities include monitoring the health of all plants and greenscapes within the
Museum’s Garden Learning Center and Pilkington Creek restoration area, which features native plants and
habitats. They ultimately ensure the gardens and green spaces are healthy and beautiful. This position will assist
with occasional outreach programs related to horticultural education and ecological restoration projects, and
instruct and supervise volunteers.
