Executive DirectorGreenwood GardensShort Hills, NJ (In Office)https://greenwoodgardens.org/Greenwood Gardens (Greenwood) is a treasured public garden, formerly a private estate incorporated as anon-profit organization in 2003 that has been accessible to the public since 2013. Located in Short Hills,New Jersey, Greenwood is an enchanted hideaway, graced by terraced gardens, woodlands, meadows,grottoes, fountains, Arts and Crafts follies, and winding paths.Named by the New Jersey Division of Travel and Tourism to its 2025 list of the “One Dozen Must-StrollGarden State Gardens,” Greenwood is at an exciting moment in its storied history. The recently completedrestoration of its magnificent Cascade, a 110-year-old seven-tier fountain feature, is drawing record numbersof visitors who are eager to experience the restorative effect of the sight and sound of flowing water. At thesame time, Greenwood is entering a critical new phase of growth focused on further developing its donorbase, continuing to make improvements to the site, and identifying opportunities to ensure Greenwood’scontinued financial independence and sustainability.To further this positive momentum, Greenwood Gardens seeks an inspirational Executive Director to serveas its primary spokesperson, fundraiser, and advocate. The Executive Director will provide visionary andstrategic leadership for the organization’s mission and ensure the implementation of effective strategic andfacilities plans to support this mission. This creative leader will build on the organization’s strong history ofconservation and environmental education to further the mission through the continual development of newstrategies, community partners, and allies. Serving as the public face of the organization, the ExecutiveDirector must possess integrity, excellent outreach skills, and a broad appeal in order to retain and advanceGreenwood’s favorable reputation in the community and beyond.The Executive Director will report to the Executive Committee of the Board of Trustees and be accountableto the entire Board of Trustees. S/he will lead a team of 11 full-time, one part-time, and six seasonalemployees in development, finance, administration, public engagement, facilities, and marketing andcommunications. The successful candidate will possess a strong aesthetic sensibility aligned withGreenwood’s historic structures, ornaments, horticultural displays, and marketing identity. The ExecutiveDirector will collaborate closely with Greenwood’s Standing Committees to advance organizational goals andstrengthen governance.Greenwood Gardens has retained Freeman Philanthropic Services, LLC to assist in this importantrecruitment. Please send all confidential inquiries, applications, and nominations directly to FPS via emailat GreenwoodGardens@glfreeman.com.
