President Florida Botanical Gardens Foundation
Employment Type
Job (Part-Time)Job Categories
Leadership (Executive Director, President/CEO)
Job Description
The president of the Florida Botanical Gardens Foundation is the head of our nonprofit board, ensuring that it operates efficiently and fulfills its duties. Working with the executive director and board members, you will guide our management and growth. The president sets short-term and long-term goals according to our Strategic Plan that align with the organization’s vision, mission and values.
Key responsibilities include leading board meetings, managing operational oversight, ensuring financial health, and acting as the public face of the organization.
The length of your term, which is two (2) years; renewable, until re-elected or a successor is elected. Presidents may serve terms in succession.
About Us
Overview
The Florida Botanical Gardens (FBG) is a 182-acre botanical garden located in Largo, Florida within Pinewood Cultural Park. The gardens showcase a diverse array of flora, fauna, and natural resources. The park is also home to Heritage Village and the University of Florida’s Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) extension for Pinellas County.
Our Mission: To support The Florida Botanical Gardens as a natural oasis that engages and inspires through education, enjoyment and well-being.
Strategic Initiatives: We have 5 strategic initiatives for the next 3 years: Engage, Educate, Grow, Enhance, and Advocate. These are explained in our Strategic Plan 2026-2029
Duties & Responsibilities
Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Strategic & Operational Leadership:
– Develop and implement long-term goals in line with the Strategic Plan, manage organizational priorities, and ensure compliance with bylaws
-Liaison with the County Parks and Conservation Resources regarding maintenance of the gardens and fostering a working relationship regarding all Foundation business
– Exercise general supervision and control over all activities by the Foundation, including hiring, and supervision and review of the executive director, with approval from the board
– Annually evaluate the performance of the Foundation with respect to achieving its mission
– Review the FBGF by laws and policies periodically as necessary and bring relevant concerns to the board for consideration
Board Governance:
– Preside over meetings, set agendas, and foster a collaborative environment among board members and volunteers
– Help guide and mediate board actions with respect to organizational priorities and governance concerns
– Serve as an ex-officio of all Committees; and appoint with board approval, all board committee chairs.
Financial Oversight:
– Monitor the budget, ensure fiscal accountability, and manage cash flow
– Oversee and negotiate the execution of contracts and other instruments authorized by the board
– Ensure that all books, reports and certificates as required by law, are properly kept, retained and available for review by any member of the Foundation
– Be one of the officers who may sign checks or drafts on behalf of the foundation
Fundraising & Advocacy: Cultivate donor relationships, lead capital campaigns, and advocate for the garden’s mission to the public
Community Engagement: Act as the primary representative, building partnerships and enhancing visibility
Have powers that may be construed as belonging to the president according to Roberts Rule of Order (newly revised), as well as other powers or duties as defined by board approval
Education and Experience
Qualifications and Skills
• Experience: 8+ years in business management leadership role (501c preferred) or relevant board roles
• Skills: Excellent communication, relationship-building, and strategic planning skills
• Passion: Strong commitment to our organization’s mission and values
• Advocacy: Advocate for the Florida Botanical Gardens as a locally treasured and globally renowned entity
• Collaboration: Develop and foster effective partnerships with our donors, members, volunteers, Pinellas County Government (especially Parks & Conservation Resources), and other organizations that support our mission
• Diversity, Equity & Inclusion: Deliver resources and programming that serve people of all ages, abilities, cultures and incomes
• Financial Security: Secure financial resources to support our Foundation goals and to help maintain and develop the Gardens
• Stewardship: Manage the resources entrusted to the Foundation to ensure the conservation and preservation of the natural environment to better serve our current and future generations
• Education level: Bachelor’s Degree
Application Instructions
Apply by email with resume and cover letter.
Application Deadline:April 16, 2026
