Landscape/Greenhouse Consultant

Ag Jobs is hiring a Landscape/Greenhouse Consultant in Frankfort, KY, to manage landscape maintenance contracts for state properties. Responsibilities include contract management, supervising grounds crews, designing landscapes, and overseeing maintenance. Candidates should have knowledge of horticulture, excellent communication skills, and experience in public agency work. This full-time position offers a salary between $44,749.20 and $67,123.68 annually and requires a bachelor's degree and four years of relevant experience.
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6/9/2025 (8:00 PM EDT)

25-03352

Landscape/Greenhouse Consultant

Pay Grade14

Salary

$44,749.20 - $67,123.68 Annually

Employment Type

EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 40.0 HR/WK

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Hiring Agency

Finance & Administration Cabinet | Dept for Facilities and Support Srvs

Location

999 Chenault Road
Frankfort, KY 40601 USA

Description

The Finance and Administration Cabinet is seeking a knowledgeable and driven Landscape/Greenhouse Consultantto lead, implement, and oversee landscape grounds maintenance contracts for state-owned properties. This roleintegrates contract management, landscape design, and on-site supervision to ensure exceptional maintenanceand visually appealing environments across a range of government properties, including numerous historic andhigh-profile sites. The successful candidate will work closely with grounds crews, contractors, and internalstakeholders to manage landscape projects, develop planting plans, and monitor maintenance activities.

Key Responsibilities:
• Contract management
• Implement and manage grounds maintenance contracts for facilities under the Finance Cabinet.
• Write and review technical specifications and performance standards for landscape maintenance contracts.
• Team supervision and maintenance oversight
• Collaborate with the Landscape/Gardener Supervisor.
• Provide instructions and guidance for perennial bed maintenance.
• Supervise landscape staff in planting, weeding, transplanting, and general maintenance tasks.
• Procurement and recordkeeping
• Recommend and procure appropriate plant species for various sites.
• Maintain accurate records of plant purchases, material use, labor hours, and project evaluations.
• Design and planning
• Review existing and proposed landscape plans for finance-owned state properties.
• Produce landscape designs using CAD applications and manual drafting.
• Satellite site oversight
• Monitor and track grounds maintenance needs at remote sites, including Madisonville, London, Jackson, L&N, and Spindletop.
• Coordinate with local staff and vendors to ensure consistent maintenance and landscaping standards.
Qualifications:
• Knowledge of plant care, horticulture best practices, and sustainable landscaping techniques.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Flexibility to work weekends, holidays, and extended hours during special events.
• Experience working with public agencies or large-scale facility grounds.
• Familiarity with state procurement and facilities management procedures.
Preferred Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
• Experience in native sustainable horticulture practices.
• Background in horticulture, botany, landscape architecture, or related fields.
• Work as part of a team of professionals
• Customer service
• Good computer skills
Why Join Us?
• Play a vital role in the horticulture beauty and tradition of Kentucky on its facilities.
• Work in a dynamic environment where your creativity enhances historical and cultural landmarks.
• Enjoy competitive state benefits, professional development opportunities, and a supportive team.
• Work as part of a team of professionals

Minimum Requirements

EDUCATION:Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree.

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS:Must have four years experience as head grower in greenhouse production operations OR four years experience in floral/garden center business as an arranger/designer OR four years experience in landscape/garden center design or in a Landscape Architect firm or grounds management firm.

Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE:NONE

Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION:Experience in floral design, grower, greenhouse production, landscape design or landscape architecture will substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.):Must possess a valid driver's license prior to employment in this job classification. Must obtain the Department of Agriculture chemical applicator's certification for Ornamental and Turf (Category #3) within 6 months of employment. http://www.kyagr.com/.Must maintain any required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials for the length of employment in this job classification. Employing agency is responsible for ensuring employee possesses and maintains required licensure(s), certification(s) or other credentials.

Working Conditions

Exposure to all weather conditions such as heat, cold, rain, humidity, sun, etc. Will be exposed to substances commonly associated with landscaping (pesticides, fertilizers, etc.). Works with sharp tools.

Probationary Period

This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.

If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Ryan Hix at ryan.hix@ky.gov or 502-782-0434.

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D
Salary: $map.get("vacancy_salary_details"). Date posted: 06/04/2025