The Trust for Governors Island

OVERVIEW A popular year-round destination, Governors Island is a 172-acre island in the heart of New York Harbor located between Lower Manhattan and the Brooklyn waterfront.  For almost two centuries, the Island was closed to the public, operating as a military base for the U.S. Army and, later, the Coast Guard. Today, an award-winning new park is complemented by dozens of unique historic buildings, educational and cultural facilities, a rich arts and culture program and a 22-acre National Monument managed by the National Park Service. Looking ahead, the long-term vision for Governors Island focuses on continuing to expand year-round public access by enlivening it with transformative public art and culture, extraordinary recreational and open space, and research and education dedicated to addressing the global climate crisis. Key Responsibilities The Director of Horticulture is a full-time leadership role at the Trust for Governors Island (Trust). The Director will be...

OVERVIEW The Trust for Governors Island is seeking an experienced Director of Events and Public Programs to lead all aspects of its events program. Supporting a robust annual calendar of public, ticketed and private events, the Director of Events and Public Programs is responsible for the successful marketing, sales and execution of events on the Island, including but not limited to ticketed and non-ticketed public events, festivals, film shoots and private events. Additionally, the Director is responsible for the production of Trust-presented public programs, leading the creation of community-based programs in coordination with the public affairs team and supporting additional events led by the Trust’s arts, climate, and advancement (fundraising teams). This role oversees one full-time staff member, the Trust’s Events and Public Programs Associate. Primary Responsibilities: Drive event sales and business development by identifying prospective clients, conducting site...