Executive Director

Setting the strategic tone for the organization, the Executive Director guides a passionate team of expert staff (5 full-time, 2 contract) and dedicated volunteers and directs all programs of BLC. This role reports to the Board of Directors and manages a budget of approximately $800,000.

As the primary spokesperson for BLC, you will champion our mission through a range of critical leadership duties:

Strategic Growth and Advocacy

·         Strengthen Our Voice: Provide leadership on public policy issues, including crucial advocacy projects at local, state, and federal levels

·         Drive Partnerships: Lead in developing impactful partnerships with stakeholders to advance BLC’s mission.

·         Define the Future: Develop, implement, integrate, and evaluate strategies to advance BLC’s Strategic Conservation Plan and Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Access Plan

Development and Financial Stewardship

·         Fundraising Leadership: Supervise and support development staff to achieve BLC’s annual operating and program budgets, actively assisting in cultivating major donor support from foundations, individuals, and corporations.

·         Operational Excellence: Ensure the organization’s core mission support programs (administrative, operational, financial) operate at peak efficiency and are transparent to staff and the Board.

Team Empowerment and Oversight

·         Mentorship: Hire, supervise, and provide mentorship and leadership to staff, establishing and maintaining a positive organizational culture.

·         Conservation Management: Supervise and support conservation staff with acquisition projects, land management issues, and stewardship programs.

·         Community Connections: Supervise and support community engagement staff by ensuring sufficient resources are available for program excellence.

·         Compliance: Ensure board and staff compliance with internal policies and guidelines set forth in Land Trust Alliance Standards and Practices.