Seasonal Garden Assistant
posted on August 6, 2025
Description
Since 1983, the Peconic Land Trust has protected Long Island’s working farms, natural lands, and heritage. We are excited to offer a seasonal job opportunity part-time or full-time to assist with garden and landscape maintenance at Bridge Gardens (BG) located on the in Bridgehampton, NY. BG is a stewardship project of the Peconic Land Trust. Its mission is to serve as an outdoor classroom and demonstration garden, where visitors may learn about what they can do at the individual level to practice responsible and sustainable gardening and landscape management. It is open to the public 7 days per week and offers educational programs and tours throughout the year. BG is a 5-acre property that has four main gardens and garden areas, the Herb Garden, the Rose Garden, the Vegetable and Community Gardens, and the Mixed Borders.
Working alongside the Director of the Garden, the seasonal assistant will perform all related outdoor gardening activities rain or shine in a hands-on capacity that requires some strength and endurance. The successful candidate will have gardening experience with the ability to work at least 20 hours per week with flexible hours and days, Monday through Saturday, from August to December 2025.
Position Responsibilities
Major responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- General garden and landscape maintenance
- Digging, weeding, planting, mulching, light pruning, and more.
- Operating related machinery and tools
Qualifications/Requirements
- A high school diploma or equivalent experience
- Must be able to reliably commute to Bridgehampton
- Previous gardening experience
- Effective oral communication skills
- Ability to follow directions and work well with a team or alone
- Must be able to lift and carry up to 40 lbs.
We Offer
- An hourly rate of $20-$23 per hour
- Kind and supportive culture with a commitment to professional development
The Peconic Land Trust is an equal-opportunity employer
How to Apply
Email your resume and interest to HR@PeconicLandTrust.org.