Director, Lifelong Learning

JOB SUMMARY:

The Director, Lifelong Learning leads the vision, strategy, and management of the Arboretum's lifelong learning portfolio, overseeing a diverse range of educational experiences, events, demonstrations, workshops, lectures, cultural offerings, and community initiatives that inspire learners of all ages and deepen connections with nature.

Reporting to the Vice President, Learning, the Director provides leadership for portfolio planning, operations, staff, budgets, partnerships, and cross-functional collaboration to deliver innovative, mission-driven experiences that engage diverse audiences, enrich the guest experience, and advance the Arboretum's mission and strategic priorities.

Please note: The estimated start date for this position is January 4, 2027.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

Strategic Leadership and Program Development

• Provide strategic leadership and oversight for lifelong learning experiences, including adult and multiage programs, adult classes, family workshops, and sensory events.
• Develop, implement, execute, and evaluate engaging, audience-appropriate experiences that are inclusive, accessible, and aligned with the Arboretum’s mission.
• Identify opportunities to expand experiences, increase participation, strengthen earned revenue, and engage new audiences.

Team Leadership

• Hire, supervise and develop learning team managers by establishing goals, clarifying expectations, providing coaching and supporting professional growth.
• Provide guidance and feedback to staff and facilitators to support consistent, high-quality program delivery and professional growth.

Learning Experience Leadership

• Design and execute all aspects of lifelong learning experiences, including programming
• Develop and manage project timelines, including responsibilities, milestones, deliverables, and deadlines for experiences, events and departmental priorities.
• Evaluate departmental processes and implement continuous improvements that strengthen organizational effectiveness and program delivery.

Budget and Performance Management

• Develop and manage budgets, staffing, resources, revenue goals, and expenses, ensuring fiscal responsibility while supporting growth and innovation.
• Oversee data collection, impact assessment, and reporting for institutional priorities, grants, strategic planning, and program evaluation.

Partnerships and Collaboration

• Build and maintain partnerships with community organizations, cultural institutions, presenters, instructors, and other stakeholders to expand program reach and impact.
• Collaborate with internal teams and departments to coordinate logistics, event operations, communications, facility needs, staffing and guest experience.