Manager of the Enid A. Haupt Conservatory - New York Botanical Garden
Bronx, NY
About the Job
NYBG Job Description
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Manager of the Enid A. Haupt Conservatory | Vivian and Edward Merrin Vice President for Glasshouses and Landscape |
Position Summary: |
The Manager of Enid A. Haupt Conservatory is a key member of the Glasshouse management team. This position establishes and maintains the highest standard of glasshouse collections and display horticulture in the landmark Enid A. Haupt Conservatory. The manager supports the Vice President for Glasshouses and the Director of Glasshouse Horticulture with the design and documentation of plant displays and special exhibitions. The manager directly supervises professional horticulturists who care for the permanent glasshouse collections, changing exhibitions, and seasonal displays under glass and in associated locations outdoors. The manager ensures the optimal growing environment through direct oversight of climate control systems and close collaboration with colleagues in Horticulture, Engineering, and Operations on the maintenance of the facility. The manager develops and implements planting and maintenance schedules, develops and implements best management practices for plant health, and coordinates glasshouse maintenance activities with the Glasshouse Facility Specialist. The manager trains and oversees students, interns, and volunteers and participates in a range of institutional events and activities.
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Additionally, this position supports, through actions and conduct, NYBG’s Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility initiatives and helps to build and maintain an inclusive organization culture throughout the institution.
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