Garden Docent

13735 24th Avenue S . SeaTac, WA 98168

Job Title: Garden Docent

Position Overview: The Highline SeaTac Botanical Garden is seeking a skilled and enthusiastic Garden Docent to lead small tours in our beautiful garden. The successful candidate will be passionate about plants, knowledgeable about the gardens history, and able to communicate this information effectively to visitors of all ages. As a Garden Docent, you will be responsible for leading groups of visitors on informative tours, answering questions, and providing a positive experience for guests.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead small group tours of the garden, providing visitors with a fun and informative experience.
• Educate visitors about the gardens history, horticulture, and ecology.
• Develop and deliver educational content for garden tours.
• Assist with developing and updating interpretive materials and signage.
• Maintain a safe and welcoming environment for visitors.
• Collect and analyze visitor feedback to improve the visitor experience.
• Participate in ongoing training and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications:

• A love for and knowledge of plants, horticulture, and gardening
• Excellent verbal communication skills
• Ability to engage and inspire visitors of all ages and backgrounds.
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Flexibility to work weekends and holidays as needed.
• Previous experience leading tours or public speaking is preferred, but not required.
• Bachelor's degree in botany, horticulture, or related field is preferred, but not required.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to walk and stand for extended periods of time.
• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds.

The Garden Docent will report to the Visitor Services Manager and work closely with the garden staff and volunteers to provide a positive experience for visitors. This is a part-time position with flexible scheduling, but the ability to work weekends and holidays is required. The Highline SeaTac Botanical Garden is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment.