Horticulturist

Parity Homes

Location: Baltimore, MD (on-site)

Role Summary

Parity is seeking a knowledgeable and dependable Horticulturist to support the care, health, and long-term stewardship of plants and green spaces in our Harlem Park community. This role is hands-on and outdoors, with a strong focus on plant health, soil care, pruning, planting, and ecological maintenance across vacant lots, parks, and shared community spaces.

Daily tasks may include assessing plant health, watering and mulching, pruning trees and shrubs, managing weeds, improving soil conditions, selecting appropriate plantings, and supporting seasonal planting plans. This role requires someone with working knowledge of plants and growing conditions who can identify issues early and guide best practices for maintaining healthy, resilient green spaces.

By combining horticultural expertise with Parity's community-driven mission, you will help create green spaces that foster pride, environmental health, and neighborhood wellbeing.

Reports To: Climate Corps Fellow

Works Closely With: Foreman, residents, volunteers

About Parity

Parity innovatively unlocks gridlocked housing markets by leveraging the social capital of existing neighbors and those most harmed by institutional racism. We create upfront demand for affordable homeownership opportunities in neighborhoods experiencing hyper-vacancy by creating pathways for existing residents, families, and other social collectives to purchase homes together block by block as a means of community-building and wealth-building.

Parity leads with racial equity, intersectionality, and Development without Displacement at the core of our work to ensure that those who have been historically disinvested of wealth and agency are able to direct the outcomes of and benefit from reinvestment into their communities.

Our Guiding Principles

• We understand and undo oppressive systems within us and around us
• We strive to create an unparalleled experience for our customers, stakeholders, communities, and audiences
• We craft rich and engaging storytelling that deeply resonates
• We don't follow markets or trends -- we create them

Requirements

• Demonstrated knowledge of plant care including watering, pruning, mulching, soil health, and seasonal needs
• Ability to identify common plant stressors, pests, and environmental issues
• Experience with planting plans, native or adaptive species, and basic landscape design preferred
• Ability to perform outdoor physical work in various weather conditions
• Comfortable working independently and collaboratively with staff, residents, and volunteers
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including occasional weekends
• Landscaping, gardening, horticulture, or environmental stewardship experience required

Salary & Benefits

• Salary: $18 to $25/hour (commensurate with experience)
• Health, dental, and vision benefits
• Paid time off and sick leave
• Professional development opportunities