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President and CEO - San Diego Botanic Garden at Botanic Gardens Conservation International

Botanic Gardens Conservation International No longer available $300,000 - $325,000/year

Job Description

President and CEO - San Diego Botanic Garden Country

USA

Region

North America

Working hours

Full-time

Contract type

Permanent contract

Experience

Senior

Reporting to the Board of Directors

San Diego Botanic Garden (SDBG) seeks a visionary President & Chief Executive Officer to lead the organization into its next chapter. A nationally recognized leader in plant conservation, science, education, and public engagement, SDBG is at a pivotal moment of growth.

The President & CEO will serve as the strategic and operational leader, reporting to the Board of Directors and overseeing fundraising, operations, financial management, programs, and community engagement. Key priorities include advancing Phase I of the Master Plan and leading a $35 million capital campaign to develop a new Science and Conservation Center while ensuring long-term fiscal sustainability.

Compensation ranges from $300,000-$325,000 with a comprehensive benefits package. Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter to Kittleman & Associates. The position remains open until filled.

Be part of the largest network of botanic gardens and plant conservation experts in the world by joining BGCI today!

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$300k - $325k for Chief Executives nationally

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Wage leverage âš  Disconnect
Limited
Mobility
Good mobility
Durability
Mostly durable

Who this leverage applies to

Stronger for: Remote-capable workers
Weaker for: Entry-level candidates, Career switchers

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Base salary
Sign-on bonus
Title / level
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Scope & responsibility
Start date / PTO

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Wage disconnect: Hiring is active but pay hasn't responded—negotiate on other terms.
26% self-employed: Traditional full-time roles may be scarcer.

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Job Growth →
High churn
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🚀 Compound
Growth + pay upside
⚠️ Plateau
Limited growth
Specialize
Experts earn more
Pay Upside →
Stable but flat

Steady work, but limited growth in both jobs and pay.

+4%
10yr growth
26% work independently—freelance or consulting is viable.
A bachelor's degree is typically expected.
Typical: Bachelor's degree

Openings come from turnover, not new growth. Differentiate to advance.

Labor data: BLS 2024