join a Culture of Belonging
At the Garden, we believe our strength comes from the diversity of our people. Just as our living collection represents thousands of plant species from around the world, our team brings together a wide range of backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.
We are committed to fostering a welcoming and inclusive workplace where every employee feels respected, valued, and empowered to succeed. Through collaboration, community engagement, and a culture of belonging, we strive to create an environment where everyone can grow, contribute and feel at home.
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Our Guiding Mission
Bring people together to protect and celebrate the unique wonders of the desert.
Our 2040 Vision
Lead the world in desert plant display and research that delivers real-world benefit and knowledge sharing
Our Values
STEWARDSHIP – We protect and elevate desert plants, ecosystems and cultures with long-term responsibility – placing future generations at the cent of today’s decisions.
WORLD CLASS – We pursue excellence across our work, embracing creativity and innovation to set the standard for what a desert institution can be.
LIFE-LONG LEARNING – We spark curiosity and empower people of all ages to learn and actively protect the desert.
COMMUNITY – We create belonging, build meaningful partnerships and act with integrity – recognizing that our work is stronger when shaped by our community.
employment perks
There is a lot in store for you while working at Desert Botanical Garden. Some of our perks include:
Health & Wellness
All full-time, regular status Garden employees have access to excellent healthcare choices. We offer you and your eligible dependents competitive options for comprehensive health, vision and dental coverage so you can choose the best option that fits your needs.
Membership & discounts
Your Desert Botanical Garden membership entitles you to unlimited admission during regular Garden hours for you and another adult plus any of your children or grandchildren under age 18. Members also receive discounts on classes, ticketed events and purchases at the Garden Shop. Garden membership includes reciprocal admission for named members to more than 300 gardens though the American Horticultural Society.
paid time off
Desert Botanical Garden values our employees’ well-being and know employees need time away from work to recharge, travel, take care of personal stuff or spend time with family and friends. The Garden offers Vacation, Sick Leave, a personal holiday and up to 10 holidays per calendar year.
Planning & Retirement
From our highly competitive retirement savings matches to financial advisors and planning services, we offer many resources to help keep you financially fit.
Learning and Development
The Garden believes in investing in you. We provide opportunities to grow and develop your career and set clearly defined goals and objectives. We support your effort to develop skills, learn and adapt to change, and continue your education.
Reciprocal Admission
As an employee of the Garden you have free general admission access to many local cultural, historical and art institutions as part of the employee admission program.
Desert Botanical Garden is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, marital or parental status, age, national origin, veteran status, disability or any other status protected by law.
