Supervisor, Plant Mounting

Job description

Summary: Supervises the Plant Mounting staff and volunteers and oversees all stages of specimen preparation in the Herbarium. Performs all job duties associated with training and supervising Plant Mounters, visitors and volunteers; organizes and coordinates specimens to be mounted or repaired. Careful attention to detailed record keeping and plant labeling are critical components of this position. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Supervisory Responsibilities: This position has supervisory responsibilities for Plant Mounters and volunteers. - Coordinates and supervises specimen preparation for the Herbarium, including mounting, repairs, securing specimens for shipment, and accessioning acquired collections. - Hires, trains, and oversees the daily activities of Plant Mounting staff. - Plans, organizes and coordinates the flow of plant specimens that are to be mounted, the order of mounting and determines the correct method of mounting to be used. - Provides training, guidance, and feedback to team members. - Inspects, coordinates and reports work progress of the team; identifies quality, process and/or workflow challenges and works to resolve these quickly in accordance with es...