Vice President of Horticulture - Missouri Botanical Garden

  • Country

    USA

  • Region

    North America

  • Working hours

    Full-time

  • Contract type

    Permanent contract

  • Experience

    Senior

Vice President of Horticulture
St. Louis, Missouri

The Missouri Botanical Garden seeks an exceptional horticultural leader to serve as its next Vice President of Horticulture.

Reporting to the President and Director, the Vice President of Horticulture will provide strategic leadership for the development, maintenance, and enhancement of the Garden’s landscapes, gardens, conservatories, and displays.

The successful candidate will bring at least 10 years of progressively responsible experience in public garden management, horticultural design, or botanical leadership, including at least five years in a senior executive or director-level role.

A Ph.D. in horticulture, botany, landscape architecture, or a related discipline is preferred.

The salary range for this position is $165,000–$185,000, commensurate with experience.

For best consideration, applicants should submit their materials by December 4, 2026.

Deadline: 04/12/2026

Location: St. Louis, Missouri, USA

Contract type: Full-Time

Salary: $165,000–$185,000, commensurate with experience

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