Since 1970, the Friends of the Public Garden (the Friends) has worked with the City of Boston to care, renew and advocate for Boston’s first public parks; the Boston Common, Public Garden and Commonwealth Avenue Mall. By mobilizing advocacy for parks protection, conducting improvement projects and educational programs, and providing much-needed financial support for activities beyond the capacity of the Parks Department, the Friends has created a highly effective public-private partnership. The Friends’ constituents include members, prospective members and supporters, visitors to the parks and City government personnel.

The Senior Parks Care Manager (Manager) reports to the Director of Capital Projects & Parks Care (Director) and manages all aspects of the Tree, Shrub, Turf, and Soils programs of the Friends. The Manager supports the Director as needed with the Sculpture Conservation Program.

DUTIES

1. Horticulture Program

Manage the tree, shrub, turf, soils, and irrigation programs
Coordinate with and manage the work of the Consulting Arborist
Manage the annual contracts for tree and shrub work, including approving the payment of all invoices in accordance with the budget
Contribute to the annual Parks Care budget process

2. GIS Database Program

Manage and update the data (database) including monthly maintenance records
Manage the tree label program and integrate data into the tree database
Integrate the tree sponsorship data into the database
Expand the database to include other information pertaining to the living landscape
Create and update data-based maps as needed – for office display, communication needs, and for on-site use

3. Development Support

Work with the Development Associate in supporting the tree sponsorship program.

4. Communications & Outreach Support

Assist the communications team in providing content for all communications of the Friends, including the website, newsletters and annual reports.
Support advocacy needs with data and mapping
Manage the use of Friends signage by contractors and maintain the signage.

5. Parks Care Volunteer Program

Manage the parks care volunteer groups (Rose and Border Brigades), including scheduling, contractor support, equipment, and materials as needed

QUALIFICATIONS

5-7 years of relevant work experience
Bachelors degree in arboriculture, turfgrass management, or related field
Strong technical knowledge of horticulture (trees, shrubs, turf, soils)
Working knowledge of Arc GIS and AutoCAD
Expertise in urban municipal park landscape maintenance and management
Understanding of historic landscapes
Excellent administrative, written, and oral communication skills
Ability to be flexible and collaborative, maintain a positive attitude, and to work harmoniously in a fast-paced, public-service oriented, small office environment

APPLY TODAY

No phone calls, recruiters, or staffing firms, please! Applicants should submit a resume and cover letter addressed to President Elizabeth Vizza at opportunities@ friendsofthepublicgarden.org.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

The Friends of the Public Garden is an equal employment opportunity employer. In accordance with applicable law, we prohibit harassment and discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy or related medical conditions, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, gender identity or expression, transgendered status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

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