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Date: Mon, 6 Jul 2009 12:34:22 -0400
From: Emanuela APPETITI <eappetiti@...>
To: Kathy Bilton <kathy@...>
Subject: Position Announcement: Executive Director-Botanical Garden of the
Ozarks, Fayetteville, Arkansas


*** APOLOGIES FOR CROSS-POSTING***

I received this announcement and thought that there might be BSW members
interested in it...


Thanks and best,
Emanuela


Position
Announcement: Executive Director

Botanical Garden of the Ozarks, Fayetteville,
Arkansas

Full announcement and job description at
http://bgozarks.org/directorsearch

About the Garden

Botanical Garden of the Ozarks (BGO) opened
in October 2007. The first phase of garden construction, consisting
of nine themed gardens and a timber-frame multipurpose building, constitutes
around 8 acres of almost 90 acres available for development. The
aesthetic of the Garden reflects the unique natural and cultural heritage
of the Ozarks. From the start, BGO has focused on children’s educational
programming. In 2008, we welcomed 30,000 visitors, 165 volunteers,
and 1,300 members. BGO is operated by a non-profit organization,
the Botanical Garden Society of the Ozarks. BGO currently employs
six full-time staff members and an interim executive director, who serves
as a volunteer.

About the Job

The director will develop sources of financial
support for the Garden, act as a liaison between Board and staff, and develop
a roadmap for further Garden development. A successful candidate
will be an effective communicator, an experienced fundraiser, and an efficient
manager. This is an opportunity for an energetic, charismatic individual
to shape the future of a growing garden.

Requirements:

A bachelor’s degree and an advanced degree
or equivalent experience.
At least 4 years of experience in non-profit
administration, preferably in public horticulture.
Strong management and proven fundraising
skills.
Outstanding communication skills, including
writing and public speaking.

About Fayetteville and Northwest Arkansas

Fayetteville is a vibrant community, home
to the University of Arkansas’ main campus. The area is home to
the corporate headquarters of Wal-Mart Stores, Tyson Foods, and J. B. Hunt
Transport Services. BGO is part of an emerging arts and culture scene:
the next few years promise an expansion of the region’s successful performing
arts center, development of science and children’s museums, and the opening
of Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art. The Ozarks are a scenic
wonderland of springs, rivers, caves, and forests and opportunities for
outdoor recreation abound.

Salary and Benefits

Salary and benefits package commensurate
with experience


To Apply

Submit a resume, letter of application,
and the names of three professional references by email to info@...
or by mail to: Executive Director Search Committee, Botanical
Garden of the Ozarks, PO Box 10407, Fayetteville, AR 72703

Closing Date

September 30, 2009 or until a suitable
candidate is found


A full job description and more information
is available at bgozarks.org

BGO does not discriminate against applicants
or employees on the basis of race, sex, age, religion, marital status,
sexual orientation, national origin, or disability.