Job: Executive Director, Lake Nature Preserve (Renton, WA) |

Salary– $55,000 – $60,000

Primary Responsibilities:

Fund Development & Donor Relations

Develop and implement a strategic and well-balanced fundraising effort that addresses the developmental needs of the organization and creates a sustainable future.
Create annual fundraising plans and manages all events and campaigns.
Lead the approaches, initiatives, and communications with current and potential donors; work with the board of directors to cultivate and build relationships with donors.
Oversee SHADOW’s grant process by researching available grant options, maintaining strong relationships with grant providers, maintaining a grant calendar, and leading in writing grant applications.

Operations & Leadership

Oversee the day-to-day operations of the organization and ensure its overall successful long-term operations.
Provide leadership in developing program, organizational and financial plans with the Board of Directors and staff.
Provide guidance and oversight of the staff and leverage staff experience and insights.
Ensure that SHADOW’s operations are legally above board and work to align SHADOW’s operations with the Land Trust Alliance’s Standards & Practices.
Maintain a working knowledge of developments/trends in the field of non-profits: management and fund development.

Outreach & Communications

Serve as the organization’s primary spokesperson at community activities/events.
Establish good working relationships and collaborative arrangements with other community organizations. Ensure representation for SHADOW at community meetings including local chamber meetings.
Oversee branding and communications strategy through all communications channels to raise community awareness of SHADOW’s mission and vision.
Lead SHADOW’s outreach efforts including developing and overseeing SHADOW’s annual outreach calendar and production of SHADOW’s digital/social media content.

Qualifications

Minimum of 3-years of experience in nonprofit management and/or a development position.
4-Year University degree in a relevant field.
Strong networking/fundraising skills; active fundraising experience in donor stewardship, grant writing/management, campaigns, and fundraising events are highly desired.
Self-motivated, self-starter, and passionate about SHADOW Lake Nature Preserve’s mission and excited to explore creative ways to advance that mission.
Demonstrated strategic thinking and planning abilities. Ability to envision and convey an organization’s strategic future to staff, board, volunteers, and donors.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work well with people.
Solid organizational abilities, including planning, delegating, program development, and task facilitation.
Strong financial management skills, including budget preparation, analysis, decision making and reporting.
Ability to engage and effectively collaborate with the Board of Directors.
Ability to coach, delegate and empower employees.
High level of resourcefulness, creativity, and solid organizational leadership
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite: Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Experience with WordPress, Constant Contact, or Salesforce is desired.

Logistics & Salary

Status: FTE, salary, exempt
Salary range: $55,000 – $60,000
Benefits: SHADOW offers paid time-off, paid sick leave, paid holidays, and healthcare benefits.
Location: 21656 184th Ave SE, Renton, WA 98058
Start date: Mid to late July
SHADOW’s hours of operation are Tuesday – Saturday. Some additional weekend and evening hours will be required with ample notice.
Valid WA State Driver’s License and reliable transportation with current insurance is required. Position involves some local travel. Reimbursement is available for work-related travel and parking expenses.

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