Careers at Brookgreen Gardens
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Full-Time Positions:
Human Resources Coordinator - Brookgreen Gardens is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Human Resources Coordinator. This position supports recruiting, onboarding, employee communications, and HR compliance. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills, excellent computer proficiency, and experience working with online payroll and onboarding systems.
Accounting Clerk - We are seeking a detail-oriented Accounting Clerk to support our Finance Department in maintaining accurate financial records and daily transactions. This role is essential in ensuring smooth operations across our historic nonprofit, where art, nature, and history come together. If you have experience in bookkeeping, cash handling, and account reconciliation and are looking for a meaningful opportunity in a mission-driven organization, we encourage you to apply.
Horticulturist -Brookgreen is seeking two experienced and passionate Horticulturists to join our team! Ideal candidates will have a strong background in garden design, native plants, and horticultural care and be able to work collaboratively and independently in all weather conditions. If you have experience operating gardening equipment and share our commitment to preserving and enhancing the beauty of Brookgreen’s gardens, we’d love to hear from you!
Landscaper -This role involves maintaining and enhancing the beauty of our outdoor sculpture and botanical gardens through landscaping, upkeep, and special maintenance projects. Ideal candidates will have experience with landscaping equipment, enjoy working outdoors in all weather, and share our passion for excellence and conservation.
Part-Time Positions:
Guest Services Associate - Our Guest Services staff are the first point of contact for visitors at Brookgreen Gardens, providing exceptional customer service, ticketing support, and helpful information. As one of our most visible roles, this position sets the tone for the guest experience, ensuring visitors feel welcomed, informed, and valued throughout their visit.
Career Benefits at Brookgreen Gardens
At Brookgreen Gardens, we are committed to the health, well-being, and future security of our employees. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that supports your overall wellness and work-life balance while helping you plan for the future. Here’s how we take care of our team:
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Health & Well-Being: Full-time employees receive comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, with Brookgreen covering life insurance and disability benefits to ensure you and your family are protected.
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Work-Life Balance: Our generous paid time off (PTO) includes vacation, personal time, and sick leave, allowing you to take the necessary time to rest, recharge, and stay healthy.
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Retirement Planning: Both full-time and part-time employees can benefit from our 403(b) retirement plan, with matching contributions to help secure your financial future.
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Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Access professional and personal support, including counseling, financial planning, and legal assistance through our EAP, available to both full-time and part-time employees.
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Orientation & Development: Our "Getting to Know Brookgreen" orientation and training programs ensure a smooth transition into our community, helping new team members quickly feel at home and aligned with our mission.
We believe that by supporting you, we help our entire organization thrive.
Additional Perks:
- Complimentary annual membership for you and your household.
- Free daily entrance to Huntington Beach State Park.
- Complimentary tickets for friends and family.
- Discounts on tickets, food venues, and our Keepsakes gift shop.
To Apply:
- Complete the Brookgreen application here or pick one up at our Gardener's Cottage Ticket and Information Center.
- Submit your application materials through one of the following methods:
- Fax: Fax your application, resume, and cover letter to 843-235-6039. Attn: Human Resources.
- Mail: Mail your application, resume, and cover letter to Attn: Human Resources, PO Box 3368, Pawleys Island, SC 29585.
- Fax: Fax your application, resume, and cover letter to 843-235-6039. Attn: Human Resources.
Pre-employment screening, including drug testing and background checks, is required. Driver's license and credit checks may also be required.
Brookgreen Gardens is committed to the principles of equal employment. We are committed to complying with all federal, state, and local laws providing equal employment opportunities, and all other employment laws and regulations. It is our intent to maintain a work environment which is free of harassment, discrimination, or retaliation because of age, race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), veteran status, uniformed service member status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws.