Employment Opportunities

The Minnesota Landscape Arboretum has more than 1,200 acres of beautiful gardens and plant collections, nature-inspired exhibits, innovative education and events, and miles of trails to explore. As a direct connection to nature, the Arboretum is a valued community resource and a top attraction in the Twin Cities. 

Being a non-profit organization, the Arboretum is committed to sharing institutional information with the public, including visitors, members and other constituents who support the Arboretum's mission. The Arboretum is also part of the College of Food, Agricultural and Natural Resource Sciences (CFANS) at the University of Minnesota and is located approximately 30 miles west of the Twin Cities Campus just west of the City of Chanhassen. 

See below for our current job openings at the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum. Click on the position name to learn more and apply. 

For further information about open positions, please contact our Human Resources office at [email protected].

Administration

• Gift Administration Supervisor
• Human Resources Generalist (Part-Time)

Gardens & Grounds

• Bee Line Shuttle Driver
• Building & Grounds Worker
• Curatorial Manager
• General Mechanic
• Security Patrol/Enforcement Position
  • 352313
• 9-Month Seasonal Assistant Gardener
  • 351583
  • 350825
• 12-Month Assistant Gardener

Farm at the Arb

• Farm at the Arb Apprenticeship Instructor
• Farm and the Arb Festival Associate (temporary)
• Farm at the Arb Support Team: Reception/Clerical (temporary)
• Growing Good - Children’s Garden in Residence (CGR) Coordinator
• Growing Good Produce Team Coordinator

Guest Services/Events

• Reservations Specialist

Short-Term Temporary and Casual Positions

To apply for general part-time temporary and casual opportunities please complete the online application. 

• Custodial Assistant 67-Day Temporary Casual - This position is responsible for assisting the B&G team with cleaning the Arboretum buildings and facilities and providing event setup and take down of tables, chairs and equipment for group room rentals during the afternoon, evening and weekend hours. Hours will vary from 14-20 per week and can run late into the evening. This position will respond quickly to a wide variety of guest service, infrastructure and event related issues including A/V problems, spills, requests for furniture, unloading vehicles and related issues.  This is primarily a weekend position but could include weekdays. Team Members will work as scheduled to ensure proper set ups and AV trouble shooting. This position requires attention to detail, and ability to follow direction quickly & efficiently.