Director of Horticulture Conservation Filoli
Director of Horticulture Conservation Filoli
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$ 154000 - 184000
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Join the Filoli Team: Director of Horticulture & Conservation
Lead and shape the future of one of the most beautiful and historically significant gardens in the U.S. where horticulture landscape and conservation go handinhand.
Filoli a historic public garden nestled in the Santa Cruz Mountains just South of San Francisco is seeking an experienced handson Director of Horticulture & Conservation. This role provides a onceinalifetime opportunity to blend traditional horticultural excellence with forwardthinking land conservation strategies.
Known for our stunning 16acre Englishstyle gardens thriving production gardens orchards and expansive natural lands Filoli is dedicated to preserving the beauty of the land while fostering ecological health. We need a visionary leader to oversee the full spectrum of horticultural management from maintaining historic gardens to implementing sustainable conservation practices across our estate.
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What Youll Do:
- Lead and manage the daily operations of the Horticulture Department balancing traditional gardening practices with modern conservation techniques to uphold Filolis commitment to sustainability and ecological responsibility.
- Serve as a member of Filolis Leadership Team. Manage staff volunteers and interns fostering a culture of collaboration that incorporates both horticultural expertise and environmental stewardship.
- Oversee the care and development of Filolis formal gardens horticultural collections orchards and greenhouse while ensuring conservation of natural habitats and biodiversity across the estate.
- Integrate land conservation practices into all aspects of Filolis horticultural work including soil health water conservation native plant restoration and wildlife habitat enhancement.
- Collaborate with experts in conservation ecology and historic preservation to design and implement land stewardship projects that enhance both the beauty and ecological resilience of Filolis 654acre property.
- Support conservation efforts by leading habitat restoration invasive species management and forest health initiatives across Filolis natural areas ensuring the protection and enhancement of the land for future generations.
- Engage with visitors the local community and external partners to raise awareness about Filolis dual focus on traditional horticulture and land conservation creating educational programs and outreach that inspire action for both garden beauty and environmental preservation.
What Were Looking For:
- Extensive horticultural and conservation expertise with a Masters degree in Horticulture Environmental Science or a related field.
- At least 5 years of experience in managing public gardens conservation projects or similar landscapes.
- A visionary leader balancing strategy with handson integrating traditional horticultural practices with progressive conservation efforts
- A solid understanding of land conservation principles sustainable land management and ecological restoration particularly in historic and natural environments.
- You can design stunning garden displays and programs while prioritizing conservation practices that protect the lands ecological integrity.
- You excel in working with a diverse team and are comfortable communicating with the public writing content for publications and collaborating with conservation groups local organizations and external partners.
- You are a flexible approachable leader who values teamwork and the input of staff volunteers and community members in shaping Filolis horticultural and conservation programs.
Why Filoli
- Work in a creative inclusive environment where traditional gardening excellence is paired with innovative conservation practices that benefit both the land and the people who experience it.
- Manage a passionate team that shares a commitment to preserving the beauty of Filolis gardens while fostering ecological health through conservation efforts.
- Make a meaningful impact on land stewardship promoting sustainability biodiversity and habitat restoration across Filolis estate.
- Rewarded with a marketleading base salary $154000 to $184000 depending on experience) and access to a wide range of benefits designed to support your personal and professional wellbeing. We are proud to cover 95 of your medical premiums along with 100 employee coverage for dental and vision plus generous paid time off wellbeing programs a 401(k) with company match and stipends to unlock career growth and development.
Ready to lead with a focus on both horticultural beauty and land conservation
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full Time
