ANDROSCOGGIN LAND TRUST – EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR: FULL TIME OR PART TIME
The Androscoggin Land Trust (ALT) is seeking a dynamic leader to work with a broad spectrum of people and organizations to conserve land in the Androscoggin River watershed across the 19 communities it serves. ALT protects important natural areas and traditional landscapes, and fosters opportunities for outdoor experiences within the Androscoggin River Watershed through conservation, promoting stewardship, and supporting a network of public and privately-held conservation land. ALT is fully accredited by the National Land Trust Alliance Accreditation Commission, and conserves approximately 5000 acres of land from Jay, Maine, downstream to Lisbon Falls.
The Executive Director (ED) is the Chief Executive Officer of the organization. The chosen candidate will employ his or her knowledge and skills to manage all programs of the organization either directly or by overseeing and directing others. The ED works to implement the mission, strategic plan, policies, budgets, goals and objectives, and other decisions made by the Board of Directors. The ED keeps abreast of developments, issues, and opportunities that relate to land trusts and land conservation, and informs, advises, and makes recommendations to the Board and its committees. The ED is responsible for supervising and managing operations, staff positions, budget, fundraising, communications and outreach, land acquisition, land conservation, and stewardship. The ED reports to the President of the Board of Directors and is accountable to the Board of Directors. This is a full-time, salaried position, although if the right candidate is seeking part-time employment only, a part-time position will be considered.
Specific Duties and Responsibilities include: manage and oversee all administrative aspects of the organization; oversee and manage development activities regarding foundations, and corporate and individual donor networks; ensure ongoing maintenance and enhancement of membership/donor recordkeeping system; manage acquisitions of new fee lands, conservation easements, leases, and other land projects; oversee the stewardship of conserved lands in a manner that meets the Land Trust Alliance’s Standards and Practices; serve as an enthusiastic spokesperson for the organization; work effectively with other organizations including private, governmental, and non-governmental organizations; promote public awareness of ALT’s mission through public events and activities; support ALT’s compliance with the Land Trust Alliance Standards and Practices and dutifully maintain fully accredited status.
The winning candidate should possess the following skills and attributes: commitment to conservation, acquisition, and stewardship of land; capabilities in development, marketing, outreach; capabilities in business, financial, and personnel management of non-profit organizations; effective and engaging written and verbal communication skills and negotiation skills; ability to manage complex projects and systems involving collaborations with multiple entities; familiarity with recreation planning, community development, and land-use planning; must have a minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree and experience commensurate with the needs of the position; and an ability to effectively write and manage grants.
ALT offers a competitive salary and benefits package. The first round of candidate review will begin on July 20, 2015, but the position will remain open until filled. Please submit your cover letter, resume, and any salary requirements to: Jim Pross, Tarbell & Brodich, P.A., 86 Main Street, Suite 203, Auburn, ME 04210; or by email to apply@androscogginlandtrust.org .