Senior Parks Care Manager

• Nov 2022 - Present

1. Horticulture Program Manage the tree, shrub, turf, soils, and irrigation programs Coordinate with and manage the work of the Consulting Arborist Manage the annual contracts for tree and shrub work, including approving the payment of all invoices in accordance with the budget Contribute to the annual Parks Care budget process2. GIS Database Program Manage and update the data (database) including monthly maintenance records Manage the tree label program and integrate data into the tree database Integrate the tree sponsorship data into the database Expand the database to include other information pertaining to the living landscape Create and update data-based maps as needed – for office display, communication needs, and for on-site use3. Development Support Work with the Development Associate in supporting the tree sponsorship program.4. Communications & Outreach Support Assist the communications team in providing content for all communications of the Friends, including the website, newsletters and annual reports. Support advocacy needs with data and mapping Manage the use of Friends signage by contractors and maintain the signage.5. Parks Care Volunteer Program Manage the parks care volunteer groups (Rose and Border Brigades), including scheduling, contractor support, equipment, and materials as needed

Parks Care Specialist

• Jul 2019 - Nov 2022

The Parks Care Specialist responsibilities include, but may not be limited to, the following:-Manage & develop the GIS Database/Inventory systems for park assets (Horticultural, Historical, Hardscape elements)-Provide Development, Communications & Outreach support via supplying horticulture related content for internal/external distribution in the form of data analysis, maps, and written publications.-Turf and Irrigation Program Management-Assist in the Tree and Shrub Program management-Manage and support Parks Care Volunteer Program

Organic Land Care Specialist

• Nov 2016 - Jun 2019

This position has required me to apply both facets of my environmental background, organic land management and freshwater management. Since I began employment I have further developed and managed the organization’s organic land care (OLC) program and its budget. The OLC program especially prioritized the needs of the adjacent water body, including storm water runoff/pollution management. I have also established soil testing protocols and a test results database to develop trends in soil chemistry and biology. These data support changes within the OLC program to appropriately meet soil and environmental needs.I have helped create and implement systems of data collection for all field related tasks, tracking applications, pruning, scouting, plant installations/removals and transplants etc. GIS data implementation used to visualize and track annual tree pruning and management for the 1700+ trees in EA's tree inventory to help assist planning surrounding the new Tree Management and Succession plan. The data collected is an important resource for annual planning and is used to predict/troubleshoot future pruning, plantings and plant health related issues. I have also supported the DCR/EA goal of managing riparian vegetation (native and invasive) along Boston’s Charles River Esplanade.

Grounds and Facilities

• 2002 - 2018

Plant Healthcare Horticulturist

• Apr 2011 - Sep 2015

- Implement/manage the organic care of a diverse plant community throughout parks, requiring a broad knowledge of plant identification, tree management and soil biology. - Develop and implement plan to efficiently train and supervise seasonal staff for Horticulture and Plant Health Care (PHC) Operations.- Create, manage and update PHC databases by tracking soil biology through microscope analysis.- Promote Organic Program through tours, consultations, external events, blogs and social media. Oversee and direct volunteer events and activities at the park.- Contribute to the successful integration of newly acquired lease parcels into the Organic Land Care Program i.e. Federal Reserve Organic Health Care contract.- Accepted the Greenovate Boston Award in 2013 for excellence in Sustainability via Organic Land Care on behalf of the Greenway

Manager of Exterior Landscape Operations

• Oct 2009 - Apr 2011

This position required the management and scheduling of landscape crews for installation and maintenance for horticulture on commercial properties in downtown Boston. This focused on all aspects of account maintenance with an emphasis on four season landscape interest and working with on site property managers to achieve their vision. Ordering of plants and landscape materials for each property was a significant aspect of this position. This position required the management and scheduling of landscape crews for installation and maintenance for horticulture on commercial properties in downtown Boston. This focused on all aspects of account maintenance with an emphasis on four season landscape interest and working with on site property managers to achieve their vision. Ordering of plants and landscape materials for each property was a significant aspect of this position.

Intern

• May 2008 - Aug 2008

The purpose of this two summer (2008/2009) internship was to learn the foundations of organic care - methods of application, product information, and importance of building soil health. Through this job I learned many facets of the organic landscaping industry where attention to the cultural and environmental conditions are essential to creating a healthy and environmentally friendly landscape. The purpose of this two summer (2008/2009) internship was to learn the foundations of organic care - methods of application, product information, and importance of building soil health. Through this job I learned many facets of the organic landscaping industry where attention to the cultural and environmental conditions are essential to creating a healthy and environmentally friendly landscape.