Director of Horticulture - Houston Botanic Garden

  • Country

    USA
  • Region

    North America
  • Working hours

    Full-time
  • Contract type

    Permanent contract
  • Experience

    Senior

The Houston Botanic Garden seeks an inspiring Director of Horticulture to lead its horticulture team in creating world-class displays, managing living collections, and advancing our mission of education, conservation, and sustainability. This role provides strategic and day-to-day leadership for staff, interns, and volunteers while ensuring the highest horticultural standards.

The Director will oversee plant health, nurseries, propagation, and records; guide garden design and development; and manage budgets and capital projects. A skilled communicator and collaborator, the Director will inspire diverse audiences, publish research, and represent HBG with donors, partners, and the public.

This is a unique opportunity to shape the Garden’s future, steward a vital living collection, and showcase the wonder and value of plants to local and global communities.

Deadline: 30 September 2025

Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent

Location: Houston, Texas, USA

 

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