Landscaping Position

Marietta, OH • Historic Settlement • Full-Time Position

Heritage Garden Specialist

🏛️ Marietta, OH • 📍 Ohio's First Settlement Historic District

The Opportunity

Join our Marietta team maintaining properties in Ohio's first permanent settlement, where every garden tells a story and historic preservation meets sustainable innovation.

This is where history and horticulture unite. You'll manage heritage gardens that educate visitors while providing fresh produce, all within the guidelines of a historic district that tourists and locals treasure.

What You'll Manage
  • The River House: Early 1900s Colonial Revival with rooftop garden
  • The Victorian: 1890s Queen Anne with award-winning heritage garden
  • Future Properties: Additional historic homes under consideration
  • Historic district-compliant landscaping
  • Heritage variety vegetable and herb gardens
  • Educational demonstration gardens
  • Period-appropriate ornamental plantings
Key Responsibilities
  • Heritage Garden Management: Grow heirloom varieties and period-appropriate plants that tell the story of Ohio River Valley agriculture
  • Historic Compliance: Ensure all landscaping meets historic district guidelines while promoting sustainability
  • Educational Component: Create gardens that teach guests and visitors about historical gardening practices and native plants
  • Tourist Considerations: Maintain beautiful, photogenic gardens that enhance Marietta's appeal to visitors
  • Collaboration with Sarah: Work closely with our live-in innkeeper to integrate garden activities with guest experiences
  • Seasonal Programming: Design four-season interest with historical accuracy and modern sustainability
  • Research & Documentation: Research historical plantings and maintain records of heritage varieties
What Makes This Position Special
📚 Living History

Create gardens that tell the story of Ohio's first settlement and American agricultural heritage.

🎓 Educational Impact

Your work educates thousands of visitors annually about sustainable practices and historical gardening.

🏆 Recognition

Our Victorian heritage garden has won local awards and is featured on Marietta garden tours.

🤝 Community Connection

Work with historical societies, Master Gardeners, and Marietta College on educational programs.

Requirements
Essential Skills
  • 3+ years landscaping or horticulture experience
  • Knowledge of heritage plants and heirloom varieties
  • Understanding of historic preservation guidelines
  • Educational or public-facing experience preferred
  • Reliable transportation to Marietta properties
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience with heritage/historical gardening
  • Knowledge of Ohio River Valley native plants
  • Historic district or preservation experience
  • Interest in educational programming
  • Passion for historical research and documentation
Compensation & Benefits
  • Competitive hourly wage based on experience
  • Flexible scheduling accommodating tourist seasons
  • Heritage produce access from award-winning gardens
  • Educational opportunities through historical societies and colleges
  • Professional recognition through garden tours and awards
  • Cultural enrichment in Ohio's most historic community
Ready to Join Our Marietta Team?

Help us maintain gardens that honor the past while inspiring the future, in the heart of Ohio's most historic community.

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