Horticulture Visionary for Public Gardens

Ishs; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 165,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid time off

Medical, vision, and dental insurance

403(b) retirement plan

Job summary

The Missouri Botanical Garden seeks a visionary Vice President of Horticulture to lead development, maintenance, and enhancement of its landscapes, gardens, conservatories, and displays. Reporting to the President and Director, you will set a compelling horticultural vision and drive cross-department collaboration to deliver an exceptional visitor experience.

With 10+ years in public garden leadership and at least 5 years in a senior executive role, you will guide a 57-person team and manage a

Qualifications

• At least 10 years of progressively responsible experience in public garden management, horticultural design, or botanical leadership.
• At least 5 years in a senior executive or director-level role.
• Experience leading large teams and complex operations; strong background in strategic planning and organizational change.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for development, maintenance, and enhancement of the Garden's landscapes, gardens, conservatories, and displays.
• Establish a compelling horticultural vision aligned with the Garden's mission and strategic framework.
• Collaborate across the institution to strengthen connections among horticulture, conservation, research, education, sustainability, and public engagement.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Project management

Landscape design

Living collections

Conservation horticulture

Team leadership

Education

Ph.D. in horticulture/botany/landscape architecture

ISA Certified Arborist certification (preferred)

Job description

The Missouri Botanical Garden seeks a visionary Vice President of Horticulture to lead development, maintenance, and enhancement of its landscapes, gardens, conservatories, and displays. Reporting to the President and Director, you will set a compelling horticultural vision and drive cross-department collaboration to deliver an exceptional visitor experience.

With 10+ years in public garden leadership and at least 5 years in a senior executive role, you will guide a 57-person team and manage a