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Job Type: Permanent See full details at https:\/\/www.conservationjobboard.com\/job-listing-advancement-director-vancouver-washington\/1032678532<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n Columbia Land Trust is seeking an\u00a0Advancement\u00a0Director\u00a0to join its team!\u00a0<\/p>\n Columbia Land Trust is dedicated to conserving and caring for the lands, waters, and wildlife of the Columbia River region through sound science and strong relationships. In its first 31 years, Columbia Land Trust has permanently conserved more than 50,000 acres, an area equivalent to nine of Portland\u2019s Forest Parks, and has restored thousands of acres for the benefit of both wildlife and local communities.\u00a0Today, the Land Trust is nationally recognized as a leader in conservation.\u00a0<\/p>\n Columbia Land Trust is embarking on the second phase of our 25-year plan to conserve the lower Columbia\u2019s last, best places by blending rigorous science and meaningful collaboration with culturally diverse stakeholders. Our Conservation Agenda outlines objectives for protecting and restoring wildlife habitat and natural resources across five varied regions, from the wetlands and old-growth forests of the Coast to the sagebrush-steppe of the High Desert and everywhere in between. Core to the\u00a0Conservation Agenda<\/a>\u00a0is a commitment to supporting a more inclusive and equitable conservation movement, arriving at common ground conservation solutions. Together, we are protecting a future that is thriving, prosperous, and wild.\u00a0<\/p>\n We have amazing opportunities before us; the successful applicant to this position will have the opportunity to influence the nature of the Northwest for generations to come and be part of an experienced and skilled 7-person management team (comprised of the Executive Director, Chief of Staff, General Counsel, and Directors of Conservation, Stewardship, Forest Conservation and Advancement), with an average of more than 16 years working for Columbia Land Trust.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n Columbia Land Trust is an equal opportunity employer and committed to building a diverse workforce. We currently have 18% of staff representing racially diverse backgrounds and hope this position can continue to add to that growth. We are\u00a0committed to equity<\/a>\u00a0as a core organizational value.\u00a0We encourage Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, LGBTQ+ people, and people from groups who are underrepresented in conservation spaces to apply for this opportunity.\u00a0<\/p>\n SUMMARY\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n The Advancement Director is a key leadership position within Columbia Land Trust\u00a0who will be responsible for envisioning and overseeing\u00a0\u00a0fundraising and communications activities on behalf of the organization. The position provides a critical interface between the Conservation, Advancement and Administrative teams, the Executive Director, and the Board of Directors.\u00a0 The Advancement\u00a0Director will\u00a0build and\u00a0lead a\u00a0passionate and diverse\u00a0team to support the implementation of our ambitious conservation strategy. We offer a competitive salary and a generous PTO and benefits package. We also invest in the professional development of our staff and encourage a growth mindset.\u00a0 We are seeking an Advancement Director who will:\u00a0<\/p>\n ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n Primary<\/u>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n Supporting Activities and Knowledge<\/u>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n QUALIFICATIONS\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n Columbia Land Trust expects applicants will have skills and experience relevant to the work listed above, or with similar work. However, applicants are not expected to have experience in all of these tasks in order to apply for the position. Columbia Land Trust is prepared to support the training necessary to ensure qualified candidates have the skills to safely and effectively accomplish the work. To thrive in this job, the qualified candidate will have the qualifications listed below.\u00a0<\/p>\n SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n The Advancement Director will carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with Columbia Land Trust policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include: interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; creating a positive work environment; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems; monitoring and reporting on progress; issuing corrective action, if needed.\u00a0<\/p>\n PHYSICAL DEMANDS\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n This job requires frequent computer use. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus.\u00a0 Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.\u00a0<\/p>\n ORGANIZATIONAL COVID-19 VACCINATION INFORMATION\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n Columbia Land Trust is requiring its employees to receive the COVID-19 vaccination. Reasonable accommodations will be made for individuals who are unable to receive the vaccine due to a medical condition or religious belief. Our staff is currently working remotely and we will be evaluating a hybrid in-person\/remote model moving forward. Technology and equipment needed to effectively work remotely will be provided.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Salary Details: $94,000-$110,000\/year
Deadline: Nov 02, 2021<\/strong>
Required Experience: 7+ years<\/p>\n\n
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