Most positions are from March through October, and we try to be a great place to both learn and work.
Harlequin’s Gardens is a small family-owned business now in our 33rd year specializing in plants that are native, Colorado-adapted, water-wise, pollinator safe and supporting, organic veggie and herb starts, berries and fruit trees, and a wide selection of perennials and shrubs. We grow our plants organically and we are the preeminent sustainable gardening center on the Front Range. No toxic chemicals, great staff, respectful ecological environment.
Harlequin’s Gardens has a Place for You! When applying, please send a resume and cover letter sharing why you think you’re a good fit for the position at Harlequin’s Gardens. Please indicate the Position you are applying for in the email subject line. Send to: staff@harlequinsgardens.com – If you know of someone who may be interested, please share this with them.
We’re Hiring for 2026!
Retail Store & Office Specialist
Start date: March 2026
General Responsibilities: In collaboration with other department leads, this position is responsible for the successful operation of the nursery’s retail store and office. This includes:
- All aspects of customer service, retail product ordering, product display, inventory, and sales tracking
- Assist in maintaining quality control and overall retail store cleanliness/upkeep.
- Assist with Memberships, Classes, and annual Holiday Market.
The successful candidate will have prior retail and customer service leadership experience and enthusiastically participate in Harlequin’s Democratic and Participative Leadership process, which emphasizes collaboration and employee involvement in decision-making. Nursery experience and strong knowledge of sustainable gardening in the Intermountain West preferred. Proficiency with computers and willingness to learn common office programs. Ability to lead with a ‘can-do’ attitude, detail-oriented, and a desire to engage with the public. Ability to lift and move product (ie, soil amendments, plants) weighing up to 40 pounds (with reasonable accommodation) and to occasionally pull wheeled trolleys of up to 100 pounds.
Reports to: Nursery Operations Lead. Please note that Harlequin’s has a flat hierarchy and all Department Leads share organizational leadership.
Compensation: Salary Range: 18.50 – 20.00/hr. Harlequin’s offers profit-sharing when possible, paid days off per year + state mandated sick time on an accrual basis, 40% off plants and 30% off other merchandise, ongoing educational opportunities, and more.
Hours/Days of work: This is an on-site, 9a-5p, 5-days a week (Wed-Sun), March-October position. Potential to fluctuate on weekends – at least one weekend day is required.
Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to the following:
- Preparation, counting, and balancing cash registers every morning and evening.
- All retail store sales including deliveries, visual merchandising, and signage – under the direction of Department Leads and following sales plan protocols.
- Inspection of retail store, at least once a day, for pests, correct signage, clear walkways, cleanliness of restroom and all public areas.
- Organization of all materials and products for the retail store and office department.
- Assisting with pricing and inventory of all retail store merchandise, entering and updating bar codes, sale prices and dates, purchase orders, receivables, etc., into the Square POS system.
- Assisting in the handling and resolution of any customer concerns or complaints, managing phones/voicemail and emails daily, and keep all electronic and hard-copy filing clean and available.
- Customer program execution including Membership, Classes, Holiday Gift Market, Spring and Fall Sales, under the direction of Department Leads.
- Helping seasonal staff as needed on cash register, phone etiquette, customer relations, plant identification, care and maintenance under the direction of Department Leads.
At Harlequin’s Gardens, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment where individuals of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities feel valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their best work.
This position provides year-round employment. 8 hours per day, 5 days a week, weekends a must.
Marketing Specialist
Start Date: February 2026
General Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with ownership to craft and ensure that our weekly newsletter is out in a timely fashion
- Collaborate with Harlequin’s leadership team to make relevant posts on social media (Instagram, Facebook, etc.)
- Upkeep of WordPress website, keeping it up to date and user-friendly
- Execute effective marketing strategies in collaboration with company leadership
We’re seeking someone with a desire for community engagement and a love for our mission at Harlequin’s of supporting local ecology and gardeners of all ages and backgrounds. The successful candidate will have demonstrable experience applying marketing strategies via a variety of different methods, and tailoring content to different platforms.
Reports to: Nursery Operations Lead (and working closely with the co-owner). Please note that Harlequin’s has a flat hierarchy and all Department Leads share organizational leadership.
Compensation: Salary Range: 18.50 – 20.00/hr. Harlequin’s offers profit-sharing when possible, paid days off per year + state mandated sick time on an accrual basis, 40% off plants and 30% off other merchandise, ongoing educational opportunities, and more.
Hours/Days of work: 2-3 days per week, Tuesdays a must. The job will start on site, with the possibility to flex to some remote work, based upon the needs of the business.
Requirements: Must own and be willing to use your own personal smart phone.
To Apply:
- Please send a resume and a cover letter sharing why you think you’re a good fit for the position at Harlequin’s Gardens. Please indicate the Position you are applying for in the email subject line. Send to: staff@harlequinsgardens.com
- We will not accept resumes without cover letters. We will conduct rolling interviews until the position is filled. Apply early!
- At Harlequin’s Gardens, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment where individuals of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities feel valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their best work.