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Henry Homeyer: The Garden Guy kicks off the first of a six-part, hands-on gardening series on March 17, 10am-noon.
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Employment Opportunities and Internships
Landscape Director
The Fells Historic Estate & Gardens, a nonprofit organization, has initiated a search to fill the part-time seasonal position of Landscape Director. The site is located on the eastern shore of Lake Sunapee, facing Mount Sunapee in Newbury, New Hampshire, near Dartmouth College and easy access to I-89. The property is listed on the National Register for Historic Places. The Fells is a preservation project of the Garden Conservancy.
The Fells (a Scottish term for "rocky upland pasture") is one of the finest examples of an early 20th century summer estate in New England. It fulfilled that function for three generations of the Hay Family beginning in 1891. John Hay worked for President Lincoln in the executive office and held high political positions until his death in 1905. The Fells has 84 conserved acres, which include a late 19th century house, woodland trails and a walled Colonial Revival style garden with arbors, trellises, flowering trees and shrubs, neoclassical statuary, a rose terrace, 100-foot perennial border, a small apple orchard and a rock garden. About 10,000 people visit annually to attend programs and events, and enjoy the serenity of the site.
Hours
Flexible hours, but should be available to work a minimum of 2-4 days per week, Tuesdays and Thursdays, spring through fall. Some weekends will be required.
Reporting Relationship
Directly reports to Executive Director and serves on the Landscape Committee.
Principal Accountabilities
Landscape Management:
Maintain and preserve the landscape, following Mission, Master Plan and professional standards
Manage acquisition of plants and supplies, which may require driving to nurseries and suppliers
Recruit and train staff, volunteers and interns as needed
Supervise Nursery Manager, Landscape Assistant, and two interns
Prepare chores for and supervise garden volunteers (twice a week)
Supervise the maintenance of water systems, roads, parking lot, equipment and supplies
Education/Outreach:
Teach horticulture classes
Mentor staff and volunteers in their horticultural and professional development
Serve as point person for landscape tours, symposia and other programs related to the landscape
Aid in the cultivation of partnerships with appropriate organizations and individuals
Research:
Advise on before/after documentation and conduct historical research
Advise on plant inventory (to be done by volunteers)
Competencies/Skills:
Strong interpersonal and communication skills for working with volunteers, public speaking, educating
Strong organizational skills with regard to prioritizing seasonal activities
Strong managerial skills to supervise and motivate staff and volunteers and delegate tasks
Ability to lift 75 pounds preferred
Ability to operate power tool and landscape equipment required
Experience with non-profits preferred
Qualifications:
Minimum of three years experience in landscape management experience
Proven track record of meeting goals
Knowledge of horticultural principles and practices, especially related to rock, alpine, woodland gardens
Knowledge of Northern New England native plants, especially in Upper Valley/Sunapee Region
Knowledge of and experience in horticulture and ecology; knowledge of late 19th through early 20th century landscape design and cultural landscape principles preferred
Degree in appropriate field
Submit letter, resume and references to fellssearch@gmail.com by March 15.
No phone calls, please.
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