Director of Buildings, Gardens & Grounds at Tudor Place Historic House & Garden is responsible for preserving architectural treasures and nurturing the living history of the site. This role leads efforts to care for 5 1 / 2 acres of historic garden and multiple historic structures, including the historic house. The candidate will be guided by documents such as the National Park Service Conservation Easement, the Cultural Landscape Report, Armistead Peter 3rd's will, the Historic Structures Report, the Collections Management Policy and the Living Collections Policy. A strong background in historic preservation and cultural landscape management is preferred, with attention to detail, problem-solving skills and the ability to multi-task in a dynamic, preservation-focused environment.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Buildings Preservation & Facilities Maintenance
- Manage and maintain a comprehensive maintenance program for all building systems and historic structures
- Manage and perform buildings preservation tasks including painting, cleaning, systems monitoring and conditions assessment
- Schedule and supervise buildings contractors, including electricians, masons, plumbers and other buildings preservation specialists
- Address facilities-related emergencies
- Develop and implement a plan to undertake deferred maintenance projects
- Coordinate routine cleaning of facilities and special cleaning projects; order cleaning supplies and equipment
- Conduct an annual assessment of the interior and exterior condition of all structures
- Collaborate with the Executive Director, architects and consultants on major building conservation and renovation projects
- Document all projects and maintenance activities, including work by consultants / contractors
- Assist with site-wide event setup / breakdown, as needed
Horticulture & Landscape Preservation
Oversee the management of the living collectionsMonitor the health of the trees on site and engage consultants and contractors as needed to ensure their vitality, working closely with the Horticulture ManagerSupport Horticulture Manager in the coordination of IPM, greenhouse operations and removal of invasives from landscapeOversee maintenance of landscape features such as walkways, sidewalks, curbs, statues, arbors and fountains with Horticulture ManagerDepartmental Administration & Other
Supervise department staff, including time reporting, performance evaluation and coordination of professional developmentRecruit and manage garden volunteers, in collaboration with other staffOversee purchasing and maintenance of tools, equipment and supplies inventoryResearch and document all historic preservation and landscape restoration projects with photographs, drawings and other forms of documentation; supervise management of living collections recordsEnsure accuracy of horticultural database and coordinate training in the use of the database as neededWrite and assess RFPs for building and grounds projectsDevelop annual maintenance plans and departmental / project budgets to meet operational and capital needs of the departmentCollaborate with colleagues on the development and implementation of programs relating to the garden and historic preservation, including garden tours for special groups / eventsPrepare quarterly progress reports for Trustee and Committee meetingsServe as staff liaison with the Gardens & Grounds Advisory Committee and the Buildings Advisory Committee; in accordance with the Easement, serve as liaison with National Park Service regarding tree removals and significant changes in the landscapePerform other duties as assignedSafety & Security
Coordinate emergency weather or conditions-related work during weather or other emergencies, in collaboration with Executive DirectorEnsure that safety procedures are followed for departmental work and that buildings and grounds are safe for visitors, staff and volunteersOversee operation and maintenance of security systems, including training staff in its use; serve as emergency point of contact for security systemServe on Safe & Secure Team; review emergency, disaster and other response plans; participate in staff training on these proceduresEXPERIENCE & EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in horticulture and / or grounds managementThree years of experience in landscape or facilities managementTraining in historic preservation and facilities management and experience at a historic site preferredKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
Desire to work in a historic setting; understanding of the maintenance and preservation requirements of historic buildings and cultural landscapesFamiliarity with systems related to historic structures (e.g., HVAC, plumbing, security, lighting) and the ability to assess their condition and coordinate repairs or upgradesFamiliarity with horticultural best practicesAbility to motivate, supervise effectively and work collaboratively with a diverse team of staff, professionals and volunteersAbility to develop and monitor budgetsAbility to manage complex, multidisciplinary projects from concept to completion, including planning, budgeting, scheduling and vendor coordinationExcellent verbal and written communication skills; able to convey technical information clearly to non-specialists and work effectively across departmentsFlexible problem-solving and excellent time management skillsProficiency in Microsoft Office programsFamiliarity with collections or horticultural databasesKnowledge of the Department of the Interior Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties, National Park Service Cultural Landscape best practices and other relevant standardsThe physical requirements of this position are classified as medium work (exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and / or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and / or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects).This position requires climbing (stairs, ladders), stooping, kneeling, reaching, standing or walking for extended periods, lifting, grasping, visual acuity, keen spatial awareness and the ability to move within constricted spaces.Ability to work in a range of environmental conditionsApply at https : / / tudorplace.org / about / job-internships /
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