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Spring is just around the corner. And we have three positions to fill. Salary is negotiable and will depend upon experience. All full-time employees are eligible to participate in our health care plan. Benefits include discounts on all store merchandise.

Job applications can be submitted via this website or send email to info@gardendistrict-dc.com or fax application to 202-797-9007.

Buyer and Display Designer, full-time
A strong knowledge of plants including annuals, perennials, ornamental trees and shrubs is essential as well as prior work experience in a garden center or related retail environment. Strong organizational skills are necessary. Each week, the buyer will evaluate what merchandise is needed, send orders to suppliers, and track and receive all orders. Once orders are received, the buyer will display all new shipments and maintain the integrity of the existing displays. The work week is Monday through Friday, starts at 8am to 4pm. A qualified candidate (with management experience) should apply for the assistant manager's position.

Office Assistant, part-time
The ideal candidate would have extensive work experience in a business environment, be familiar with accounting software, particularly QuickBooks, and would have strong organization and communication (editorial) skills. The office assistant would be responsible for paying bills, reconciling daily receipts and making bank deposits, reporting payroll, organizing mail and supplier catalogs, creating weekly staff schedules, serving as a resource for employee benefits including health care plan, maintaining office equipment and ordering supplies. In addition, the office assistant will ensure all special orders from customers are processed. The work week is Monday through Friday, from 8am to 11am or noon. The hours are flexible within this time frame and would depend upon work load.

Sales Associates, full- and part-time
Knowledge of plants including identification, habit, and care and/or retail experience in a related field or sales experience is required. The ideal candidate would enjoy working with the public and is "outgoing." The sales associate would greet customers, evaluate their needs and provide appropriate products, solutions and recommendations. Secondary responsibilities include assisting with processing orders received from suppliers, labeling plants and other store merchandise, maintaining displays, and grooming and caring for plant material.