VP of Horticulture & Garden Innovation

Missouri Botanical Garden; St. Louis (MO); Vor Ort; USD 165.000 - 185.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive salary and benefits

Paid time off

Medical, vision and dental insurance

403b plan

Zusammenfassung

Missouri Botanical Garden seeks a dynamic Vice President of Horticulture to lead our landscapes, displays, and collections. You will shape strategy, oversee budget and staff, and advance horticultural excellence with a focus on sustainability, education, and public engagement.

You will collaborate across divisions, partner with donors and peers, and mentor a large team of professionals dedicated to plant stewardship and visitor experience.

Qualifikationen

• 10+ years of progressively responsible experience in public garden management or botanical leadership.
• 5+ years in a senior executive or director-level role.
• Experience with strategic planning, organizational change, and project management.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to lead large teams.

Aufgaben

• Develop and implement a long-term horticulture strategy aligned with institutional goals.
• Foster cross-divisional collaboration and a culture of excellence.
• Oversee world-class horticultural displays and living collections.
• Manage division budget, staffing, and resources with transparency.
• Represent the Garden in public forums and with donors and partners.

Kenntnisse

Public garden management

Horticultural design

Botanical leadership

Strategic planning

Project management

Ausbildung

Ph.D. in horticulture or related discipline

Jobbeschreibung

Missouri Botanical Garden seeks a dynamic Vice President of Horticulture to lead our landscapes, displays, and collections. You will shape strategy, oversee budget and staff, and advance horticultural excellence with a focus on sustainability, education, and public engagement.

You will collaborate across divisions, partner with donors and peers, and mentor a large team of professionals dedicated to plant stewardship and visitor experience.