The Public Program Manager will be responsible for the direct oversight and execution of public programming in the Rory Meyers Children’s Adventure Garden (CAG) to create a successful and educational visitor experience. Will be responsible for the creation of education content in the galleries and the Exploration Center Labs, Discovery Carts, etc. Will be expected to use approved methods for educational interpretation in order to make the garden exciting and to assure that every key area is staffed with a trained individual. Contribute to team effort.

Interact with the public within the Rory Meyers Children’s Adventure Garden providing educational experiences and positive public experiences. This position is part-time (16-32 hours/week) and reports to the Public Programs Manager. Weekend availability is preferred but not required. Please note that the RMCAG is closed for routine maintenance from January through mid-February yearly.

We are looking for a motivated and high-energy Event Facilitator to be the professional liaison for the Public Events team during various Dallas Arboretum garden events. The ideal candidate will have the opportunity to use your hospitality skills during our special events, concerts, and elegant dinners & receptions, amongst other public events. This position will be under the direction of the Director of Public Events and the Public Events Managers. The ideal candidate will perform as staff liaison for satisfactory execution of each event, including overseeing all aspects related to the event and monitoring use and care of Dallas Arboretum property as well as ensuring successful guest relations.

Promptly answers all inquiries for Proposals and VIP/Bridal room reservations professional and timely manner. Maximize revenues by communicating with the DOS/Senior DOS on availability and status of revenues weekly. Assist with smaller social inquires as needed. Maintain all marketing collateral. Assist with the day-to-day calendar inquiry and entering all internal meetings/festivals/special events/private events and garden wide notices.

Support the overall rental effort by responding to wedding inquiries, and as needed social inquiries, and booking rentals to achieve revenue goals. Schedule sales tours with Tour Guides and coordinate communication for all clients, responds to inquiries and successfully book business. Process paperwork related to the requests for rentals/tours. Become familiar with all facets/venue sites for the Rental Department.

Join the team and use your hospitality skills to act as a professional contact during rental, group, wedding, and Arboretum sponsored or promoted activities according to Event Manual guidelines and directions of the Director of Sales and Special Events. Perform as a staff liaison for satisfactory execution of event, including overseeing all aspects related to event and monitoring use and care of DABS’ property. Assure successful guest relations. Must be able to work a varied schedule—days, weekends, nights according to rental needs. Schedules generally available a week in advance.

Join our outstanding horticulture team to oversee efficient productivity and timely completion of duties in assigned areas. Physically perform garden labor. Work in all weather conditions. Work week is a Monday-Friday schedule; holiday and weekend schedules do apply.

Perform various general landscape maintenance and labor duties in the gardens under the supervision of a Senior Gardener or Horticulture Supervisor. Physically perform garden labor, including operation of loud equipment and transporting work materials/equipment in all weather conditions. Contribute to team effort.

Responsible for assisting Irrigation Supervisor in maintaining existing irrigation systems to established standards under limited supervision. Physically operate loud equipment and transport work materials/equipment in all weather conditions

Promptly and pleasantly answer phones. Accurately answer questions, sell tickets, and as needed redirect calls to specific departments for special assistance. Assist with various office tasks during times of slow attendance. Contribute to team effort. (Shifts available 6am-12pm, 8am-4pm and 12pm-6pm)

Talented individuals are needed to fill temporary positions during our festival. Positive personality needed to sell fun and fascinating items on carts outside in the garden. Cash handling experience; ability to stand for extended periods and work on all weather conditions. Weekdays/weekends shifts available. Apply ASAP to be scheduled for an interview!

Accurately and efficiently input data into database, sit for extended periods of time, work independently. 

Direct vehicles to parking spaces /monitor gate; politely interact with guests; ability to stand throughout shift.

Under the supervision of the Facility Manager, organize and perform cleaning duties for assigned areas (both public and staff areas) with primary attention to the Historic homes. Assist with general and special cleaning projects. Contribute to overall team effort.

The Set Up Associate will possess the ability to perform physical setup and teardown of all events. This person will also address maintenance needs as directed. Maintain equipment and keep storage areas orderly. This position will report to the Setup Supervisor.

Responsible for assisting with janitorial crew training and overseeing work flow production for efficient productivity and timely completion of duties in assigned areas. Physically perform janitorial labor, including cleaning/stocking restrooms, emptying trash on property, offices and working in all weather conditions.

Physically perform janitorial labor, including cleaning/stocking restrooms, emptying trash on property and offices, and working in all weather conditions.