Employment Opportunities
Working at the Preserve is an opportunity to join a staff who show deep respect and care for our lands and gardens, and for each other. Our common purpose to conserve and share the beauty of our landscapes is seen in each employee's attention to forward-thinking conservation, preservation, and horticultural practices.
Learn more about joining the team. The Land & Garden Preserve is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Current Employment Opportunities
​Chief Financial Officer​
The Chief Financial Officer, a key member of the leadership team, is responsible for overseeing the financial health and sustainability of our organization. This is a unique opportunity for an experienced financial leader to work with a passionate team and play a critical role in sustaining the legacy of one of Maine’s most treasured institutions. More information is available in the Position Profile.
The Preserve has retained Koya Partners, an executive search firm that works exclusively with mission-driven clients. To suggest potential candidates for the CFO, please contact the Koya team directly via asessoms@koyapartners.com. Leaders who are interested in being considered for the role can express interest here.
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Chief Operating Officer
Reporting directly to the CEO, the Chief Operating Officer will be a key strategic partner, overseeing daily operations, cross-departmental collaboration, and long-term planning and project delivery to support the organization’s mission. This role offers an opportunity to drive operational excellence, enhance organizational efficiency, and implement strategic initiatives that will have a lasting impact.
​​More information is available in the Position Profile.
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Koya Partners has been exclusively retained for this search. To express your interest in this role please submit your materials via the Talent Profile or contact Koya directly at asessoms@koyapartners.com.
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Greenhouse and Nursery Manager - McAlpin Farm
The manager oversees the plant production operations and landscape maintenance at the Preserve's greenhouse facility and nursery field. Link for ​Greenhouse and Nursery Manager job description.​​
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Gardener - Abby Aldrich Rockefeller Garden
The Gardener plays a crucial role in maintaining the unique landscape of the Abby Garden and its surrounding landscapes. Link for Gardener job description.​​
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​Seasonal Land Stewards
Seasonal Land Stewards construct and maintain trails and manage invasive species. Link to Seasonal Land Steward job description.
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Garden Greeter - Asticou Azalea Garden
A part-time position to welcome visitors to the garden. Contact Joie Torsiello, jtorsiello@gardenpreserve.org to express interest.
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​​To apply, for greenhouse, gardener, carpenter, and land steward positions, please send letter of interest and resume to Joie Torsiello Leiser, jtorsiello@gardenpreserve.org
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