Job seekers, please follow any links below to find more information about job opportunities. Opportunities highlighted in light gray indicate a listing from a Blue Thumb partner, sponsor, or funder.
Blue Thumb Partners and others are encouraged to share open positions with us. Please email your job listing information to megan@metroblooms.org.
Clean River Partners (CRP) is an environmental non-profit based in Northfield, MN. We envision a community that collaboratively creates and protects a watershed with healthy soils; drinkable groundwater; and clean, fishable, and swimmable rivers, lakes, and streams. We partner with people and organizations to value, protect, and improve the Cannon River Watershed’s land and water. Our core values of building resilience, acting equitably, engaging intentionally, and inspiring hope guide all of our work. CRP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply, including women, candidates of color, Indigenous candidates, LGBTQIA2S+, or candidates with non-traditional work or experience backgrounds.
Position: This position develops, executes, and manages Clean River Partners’ conservation agriculture work that builds the capacity of southeast Minnesota’s agricultural sector to adopt conservation agriculture practices, especially those that mitigate and/or adapt to climate change, improve water quality, and/or build soil health. This position is for someone with knowledge of the agricultural sector who is passionate about supporting systems change efforts focused on farmer engagement, technical assistance, and when applicable, financial incentives. This position will work closely with the Executive Director, partners, and area farmers to develop, pilot, and scale behavior change initiatives and other programming focused on conservation agriculture practice adoption.
Deadline to apply: Review of applicants will begin February 20, 2026, and continue until the position is filled.
Frogtown Farm is a community-rooted urban farm in Saint Paul dedicated to food access, cultural foodways, land stewardship, and growing pathways for community growers. Our work brings together farmers, neighbors, educators, and partners to cultivate food, knowledge, and opportunity.
Position: As we expand our Farm Incubator model, deepen community partnerships, and continue building programs that connect food, culture, and climate resilience, we are growing our team and leadership. We invite people who are passionate about community-based agriculture, food systems, and collaborative work to explore opportunities to join Frogtown Farm. Current open positions include Programs Manager, Farm Organizer / Farm Coordinator, Farm Crew Member, and Administrative Coordinator.
Deadline to apply: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and positions will be filled as strong candidates are identified.
Watering Specialist (Part-Time, Seasonal)
Metro Blooms is a nonprofit that partners with communities, property owners, organizations and local governments to create resilient landscapes and foster clean watersheds, embracing the values of equity and inclusion to solve environmental challenges. We believe that collaboration with our communities and across our programs is the most impactful way to heal our earth. We manage the Blue Thumb – Planting for Clean Water partnership and own the for-profit Metro Blooms Design+Build, a full-service landscape design and construction company. This position is employed by Metro Blooms Design+Build.
Position: The Watering Specialist primarily works independently to ensure newly installed plantings receive 1” of water per week during the establishment period. This includes coordinating with the Landcare Program Director to manage a designated list of watering sites and tasks, monitoring weekly rainfall, and scheduling weekly tasks based on priority and need. The Watering Specialist will operate a ¾ ton (F250) pickup truck and water trailer on a daily basis.
Deadline to apply: Position open until filled.
Landscaping Crew Member (Part-Time, Seasonal)
Rustic Hills Garden Co. is an ecological landscaping company with a special focus on edible landscapes and gardens. Our clients are always excited to have our crews at their homes, because these projects are so meaningful to them – we are creating an environment in their own yard to connect with nature and to browse berries, herbs, fruit trees, medicinals, and fresh vegetables to nourish themselves and their families. We are looking for crew members who are excited to be a part of this work, and are ready to get their hands dirty.
Position: The Landscape Crew Member is an integral part of the installation process of landscape and garden build projects from inception to completion. Crew members will work under the direction of the Crew Leader to complete landscape installations at client sites. This is a part time, seasonal position starting mid-April and running through mid-October.
Deadline to apply: Position open until filled.
Morning Dew Gardening creates healing, sacred spaces for clients and for nature using native plants. We recognize that there are patterns of genocide and colonization in the earth. Restoring native plants to the land is one way to bring healing.
Position: We are looking for a knowledgeable and experienced person to lead maintenance tasks for clients with native plant gardens.
Deadline to apply: Position open until filled.
Design Consultant
Morning Dew Gardening creates healing, sacred spaces for clients and for nature using native plants. We recognize that there are patterns of genocide and colonization in the earth. Restoring native plants to the land is one way to bring healing.
Position: We are looking for people with native plant design skills to consult with us as needed as design needs arise. Contact us directly at morningdewgardening@proton.me.
Various Positions (Full-Time and Seasonal)
Landbridge Ecological is a full service ecological restoration company. Specializing in all stages of the native landscape process from design, to installation, to land management there’s an opportunity to participate in ecological restoration in many different areas. Projects are primarily based in the Twin Cities metro, and expand to include the surrounding region.
Position: We are looking to fill a variety of positions, from entry-level to experienced project managers. We are seeking dedicated individuals with a passion for the outdoors and our natural resources. If that sounds like you, follow the link to Landbridge Ecological’s careers page and look over the available openings.
Deadline to apply: Positions open until filled.
The Eidem Farm is a unique living history site that celebrates farming, a love of nature, and hands on learning experiences for all ages. Staff at the Eidem Farm help bring the site alive through planting gardens, caring for farm animals that live on site, and supporting the programs, events, and activities that are scheduled throughout the season.
Position: Seasonal staff at the Eidem Farm can help with everything or focus on one area. Choose from gardening and groundskeeping, animal care, programs and events, cooking and art demonstrations, care and repair of historic tools and equipment, or a bit of everything! This job is great for people interested in future careers as teachers, naturalists, or groundskeepers/facility operations. It is also a wonderful place for people interested in spending time doing what they enjoy as a summer job or in retirement. We welcome all ages (16+) and interests to apply.
Deadline to apply: Position is open until filled.
Business Administrator (Seasonal, Part-Time)
Light Dark Landscape is a sustainable landscape company with an emphasis on using native plants to create habitat for critters and humans as well as visually beautiful spaces. Light Dark projects are devoted to reducing lawns, restoring shorelines, prairies and woodlands, using edibles, and creating water-smart solutions; we design, install, and maintain landscapes.
Position: The business administrator will be responsible for a variety of administrative, bookkeeping (basic), and HR tasks, working under a lead office administrator/company owner. The workload is part-time and schedule is somewhat flexible, can be worked out with lead office administrator and may shift seasonally. This position is a remote position, ideally a personal car is occasionally available for errands, mileage will be reimbursed. The role will work closely with the lead office administrator initially for training and ongoing communication but will eventually be expected to independently manage their workload and be self motivated to make sure all tasks are done by filing deadlines.
Deadline to apply: Position is open until filled.
Install Crew Member (Seasonal, Full and Part-Time Options)
Light Dark Landscape is a sustainable landscape company with an emphasis on using native plants to create habitat for critters and humans as well as visually beautiful spaces. Light Dark projects are devoted to reducing lawns, restoring shorelines, prairies and woodlands, using edibles, and creating water-smart solutions; we design, install, and maintain landscapes.
Position: This position is primarily for our Install Crew, although we are a small company and there is occasional crossover between the install and garden maintenance crew. Each day involves a variety of tasks working outside. This requires candidates to be comfortable working in all weather conditions and have the stamina for challenging physical labor (must be able to lift 50-60 lbs and kneel or squat repeatedly). Transportation and a driver’s license/clean driving record are required. Start date is mid April and the season goes through late October/early Nov depending on weather. Working as a team and the ability to work hard and have fun is important to us.
Deadline to apply: Position is open until filled.
Maintenance Crew Member (Seasonal)
Light Dark Landscape is a sustainable landscape company with an emphasis on using native plants to create habitat for critters and humans as well as visually beautiful spaces. Light Dark projects are devoted to reducing lawns, restoring shorelines, prairies and woodlands, using edibles, and creating water-smart solutions; we design, install, and maintain landscapes.
Position: This position is primarily for our garden maintenance crew although we are a small company and there is occasional crossover between the garden maintenance crew and the install crew. We work on a variety of maintenance sites ranging from more traditional landscapes to small scale restorations including shorelines and wetlands. Our maintenance clients tend to have more naturalistic landscapes and are generally not described as fine gardening or estate gardening. Candidates should be excited to work with and learn more about MN natives as well as some of our favorite ornamental plants. We are a synthetic chemical-free company.
Deadline to apply: Position is open until filled.
Maintenance Crew Lead (Seasonal, Full-Time)
Light Dark Landscape is a sustainable landscape company with an emphasis on using native plants to create habitat for critters and humans as well as visually beautiful spaces. Light Dark projects are devoted to reducing lawns, restoring shorelines, prairies and woodlands, using edibles, and creating water-smart solutions; we design, install, and maintain landscapes.
Position: The Maintenance Crew Lead will work under the Maintenance Manager to communicate about scheduling and sites for the day. The Maintenance Crew Lead will supervise maintenance crew members daily as well as report any crew concerns to either the Maintenance Manager or Operations Manager. The Maintenance Crew lead will work with the Maintenance Manager to tailor maintenance strategies for each site/client and call attention to problem areas on site.
Deadline to apply: Position is open until filled.
Great River Greening is a leading environmental restoration nonprofit with a mission to inspire, engage, and lead local communities in conserving and caring for the land and water that enrich our lives. Since our start, our small but mighty team has restored more than 50,000 acres of land across Minnesota and aims to restore another 50,000 in the next five years. At Great River Greening we offer flexibility, a friendly work culture, supportive Board of Directors, and opportunities to grow.
Position: Great River Greening is looking to expand our Conservation team with a Project Manager. This position was created to support our growing portfolio of ecological restoration projects throughout Minnesota. The selected candidate will join a passionate team of conservation staff, each of whom executes and manages individual projects, as well as collaborates on larger projects and events. Guided by our mission, projects may include natural area restoration, management plans, native plantings, working lands, pollinator monitoring, survey analysis, climate adaptation, and carbon storage/sequestration. This position will conduct independent field and site reviews and must have access to a car.
Deadline to apply: Applications reviewed as received.
Restoration Technician (Seasonal)
Great River Greening is a leading environmental restoration nonprofit with a mission to inspire, engage, and lead local communities in conserving and caring for the land and water that enrich our lives. Since our start, our small but mighty team has restored more than 50,000 acres of land across Minnesota and aims to restore another 50,000 in the next five years. At Great River Greening we offer flexibility, a friendly work culture, supportive Board of Directors, and opportunities to grow.
Position: The Restoration Technician joins a team of conservation crew members responsible for implementing restoration and ecological management activities on public and private sites throughout Great River Greening’s project areas in the state of Minnesota. This role offers hands-on natural resource management experience on a variety of projects and varying landscapes. Primary duties will support our Urban Forestry program including tree planting, watering, data collection and event support.
Deadline to apply: Applications reviewed as received.
Sacred Space Gardens is a sustainable gardening company. We provide garden design, maintenance, installation coaching and seasonal planters for residential and commercial properties. We take pride in creating beautiful gardens and planters for our clients. To us, every project is an opportunity to teach and encourage a love for the natural world.
Position: We are seeking a creative Garden Designer to join our team. As a Garden Designer, you will be responsible for conceptualizing, planning, and executing garden designs that meet the aesthetic and functional needs of our clients. Your role will involve meeting (virtually and/or on site) with design clients and leads to understand their vision, conducting physical site assessments, and producing detailed garden installation plans that incorporate native plants and other garden design elements. You will also interact with our installation teams to ensure that the final result meets the client design goals.
Deadline to apply: Position open until filled.
Do you love being outdoors and want to work with a company that values nature, avoids the use of chemicals, and supports clean water, clean air and habitat for pollinators, birds and other wildlife? Want to work with a fun, supportive and hard working team of like minded individuals?
We are hiring Lead Gardener positions for the upcoming season. Seeking motivated, dependable, kind and physically active/strong to join our talented crew.
Position: The Lead Gardener oversees and directs teams of 2 to 6 gardeners on job sites for commercial and residential clients across the Twin Cities metro. Gardening on site with your crew, you will ensure our work is performed to the highest standard in accordance with job specifications. In addition to gaining valuable experience managing field staff, you will also be supported by our Project Managers and have the opportunity to interact with a wide variety of clients. Gardening duties include planting, weeding, laying mulch, picking up supplies at the nursery, digging, leveling, moving plants, trimming bushes and small trees, laying stone paths and other similar tasks.
Deadline to apply: Position open until filled.
Do you love being outdoors and want to work with a company that values nature, avoids the use of chemicals, and supports clean water, clean air and habitat for pollinators, birds and other wildlife? Want to work with a fun, supportive and hard working team of like minded individuals?
We are hiring gardeners for the upcoming 2026 season. Seeking motivated, dependable, kind and physically active/strong to join our talented team.
Position: Working in crews or usually 2-6 people, you will maintain and install gardens for a wide range of clients in the Twin Cities. Duties include planting, weeding, laying mulch, picking up supplies at the nursery, digging, leveling, moving plants, trimming bushes and small trees, laying stone paths.
Deadline to apply: Position open until filled.
For more than 45 years, Prairie Restorations has proudly produced a full range of native seeds, plants, trees, and shrubs for restoration projects ranging from residential properties to large commercial restoration projects in Minnesota and surrounding communities. We are looking for talented team members with a strong commitment to bringing people together with the land in new and innovative ways. Prairie Restorations, Inc. offers unique career opportunities to work outdoors in diverse native landscapes. We believe it is our team that creates our culture of enthusiasm for our mission.
Position: Prairie Restorations is hiring for a variety of positions based in Scandia, Randolph, Watertown, Princeton, and Esko. Positions include Assistant Project Manager, Seasonal Retail Associate, Field Technician, and more.
Deadline to apply: Open until filled.
Do you enjoy working outdoors, learning about trees, and making a difference in your community? Join Minnetonka’s forestry team as a Seasonal Tree Inspector! This hands-on role helps improve our urban forest, interact with residents, and gain valuable experience in forestry and natural resources. You’ll work in a supportive, team-oriented environment that values collaboration and meaningful work. Every day is active, rewarding, and a chance to learn something new while making our community better.
Deadline to apply: Open until filled.
