Qualified applicants are visionary, effective, and down-to-earth leaders who demonstrate a high degree of integrity. We seek a person who is inclusive, who treats people with respect, and who has an engaged and collaborative style. We want a person who is proactive and who focuses on results and opportunities.

Additionally, the Foundation places particular value on candidates with the following attributes:

Commitment to Mission

• Demonstrated commitment to the Foundation’s mission with an understanding of the Foundation’s educational goals.
• A deep interest in natural resource issues and subjects and of the different perspectives and concerns that affect those issues and subjects.

Leadership Experience

• Strong, effective leadership, management, and organizational skills; proven commitment to high performance, superior quality in all products, and accountability.
• Minimum of five years of professional experience, preferably in professional association marketing and/or membership development.
• Exceptional customer service skills.
• Excellent judgment, integrity, and comfort with delegating responsibilities appropriately.
• A preference for working in an environment that is collegial, collaborative, and focused on lifelong learning with open dialogue at all levels and a high degree of customer service.
• Experience with budget development and management.

Marketing & Communications Experience

• Experience in media/public relations, marketing and communications, and developing and implementing integrated marketing and communications programs.
• Experience in implementing effective marketing strategies and tactics with measurable impact.
• Broad functional experience in areas of branding, integrated media, business and marketing development, and market research with proven ability to deliver measurable results.
• Experience in producing digital and print publications and marketing materials.
• Experience in creating, launching, and maintaining robust online initiatives including websites, blogs, and social media.
• Experience in developing, implementing, and promoting large-scale marketing and media campaigns to raise visibility and spark interest and involvement.
• Adept at analyzing and interpreting data, using key metrics to guide business decisions and marketing strategies.

Membership & Fundraising Experience

• Solid background in identifying customers or members and creating compelling value propositions.
• Proven ability to meet customer or membership acquisition goals.
• Experience in assessing effective member benefit programs.
• Knowledge of how to retain members effectively.
• Experience in nonprofit fundraising and effective long-term relationship management.

Personal Qualities

• Decisiveness and a willingness to take appropriate risks.
• Ability to identify opportunities, take initiative, and be adaptable and resilient.
• Ability to avoid conflicts or stalemates.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Self-starter; ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks/projects and meet deadlines.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Professional with ability to be discreet with confidential and sensitive issues.

Other

• Undergraduate degree required; graduate degree preferred.
• Some knowledge of continuing education and/or legal education preferred.
• Proficient with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe Acrobat, and Microsoft office tools; ability to learn new software tools quickly.
• Willingness to travel regionally, nationally, and internationally as requested.

A competitive compensation and benefits package is available.