Director of Gardens & Horticulture Stewardship

CENTRAL PARK CONSERVANCY INC; United States; On-site; USD 112,000 - 143,000; Full time

Job summary

Central Park Conservancy is seeking a Director of Gardens to design, curate, and oversee planting plans for Central Park's Conservatory Garden and Shakespeare Garden. You will supervise Assistant Curators and Gardeners and coordinate with Volunteers to implement planting campaigns.

Responsibilities include managing plant health, soil and irrigation programs, budget oversight, and cross-department collaboration to uphold horticultural excellence across the Park. On-site leadership required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Ornamental Horticulture (or life experience) equivalent.
• 10+ years of supervisory experience with sound organizational and interpersonal skills.
• 10+ years of park or garden management, horticulture, or related field.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Extensive working knowledge of herbaceous, perennial and woody plants and their maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Design and curate planting plans for seasonal displays across Conservancy gardens.
• Oversee horticulture, plant health, soil, irrigation, and maintenance programs.
• Manage a staff of Assistant Curators and Gardeners; conduct performance reviews and development planning.
• Lead volunteer programs and mobilize volunteers for planting campaigns and events.
• Collaborate with Parks operations, events, and other departments; manage budgets and reports.
• Provide communications and administration across the Gardens, including tours and management plans.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Garden management

Plant knowledge

Physical endurance

Education

Bachelors/ diploma in ornamental horticulture

Tools

Driver's license

Outdoor tools & equipment

Job description

Central Park Conservancy is seeking a Director of Gardens to design, curate, and oversee planting plans for Central Park's Conservatory Garden and Shakespeare Garden. You will supervise Assistant Curators and Gardeners and coordinate with Volunteers to implement planting campaigns.

Responsibilities include managing plant health, soil and irrigation programs, budget oversight, and cross-department collaboration to uphold horticultural excellence across the Park. On-site leadership required.