About the Role
Chief Executive Officer of Wellfield Botanic Gardens, Inc.
Duties and Responsibilities
Provide overall management of the gardens, grounds, and operations.
Ensure top quality facilities and programs using staff, volunteers, vendors, and contractors.
Prepare and administer the organization's budget and planning including budget monitoring, strategic planning, capital projects, facility maintenance, and programming. The budget process will include approval and oversight by the Board of Directors.
Supervise staff, volunteers, and outside contractors.
Work closely with staff, vendors, and contractors on master-planning and other issuesrelated to site development and programming.
Leadership in fundraising which will identify, solicit, and cultivate funding sources for the Gardens, including annual memberships, entrance fees, fundraising events, grants, individual and corporate donors, and endowment income.
Engage in outreach with regional botanical, horticultural, and environmental organizations in support of services and educational programs related to our mission.
Help plan and coordinate high-quality special events.
Serve as a lead organizational spokesperson for the Gardensto the media, civic groups, government, and the public.
Establish good working relationships with all governmental entitiesthat relate to development and operations.
Leadership to help the Gardens reach the goal of providing world class experiences for our guests.
Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree preferred
History of success in a senior management position
History of effective staff management, and development
Strong written and oral communication skills
Acumen in marketing and community engagement
Strong ability to collaborate with internal and external groups and organizations
History of successful fund raising and development
Competence with technology
History of the hospitality industry or event planning
Proficiency in discussing horticultural issues
Excellent interpersonal skills
Experience working with a board of directors
About the Company
Come work for Wellfield Botanic Gardens to have the most beautiful "office" views. With 36 acres of cultivated Gardens in the heart of Elkhart, Wellfield asks that you showcase our mission: cultivate community through art, education and ecology for the betterment of the world.
Please note that all applicants who do not meet the required qualifications will not be considered. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, or basis of disability, or any other federal, state, or local protected class.
Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and qualifications required of personnel so classified.