Executive Director

The Pisgah Conservancy; North Carolina; Hybrid; USD 115,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Retirement plan with employer match

Generous paid time off

Job summary

The Pisgah Conservancy seeks an Executive Director to build on ten years of impact and expand philanthropic support for Pisgah National Forest in Western North Carolina. The role requires nonprofit leadership, fundraising, and strong partnerships with public agencies and donors.

Expect a strategic, organization-wide leadership position focused on sustainable growth. This is a full-time, exempt role with a salary range of $115,000–$135,000 and benefits including medical insurance, retirement with

Qualifications

• Experience leading philanthropy and fundraising initiatives for a nonprofit.
• Proven ability to guide strategy, operations, and financial planning.
• Track record of building public-private partnerships and donor relations.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic, organization-wide leadership to grow impact and funding.
• Strengthen partnerships with public agencies and donors.
• Oversee operations, finance, and communications to support growth.
• Represent the organization to stakeholders and the public.

Skills

Fundraising leadership

Nonprofit management

Strategic planning

Public-private partnerships

Stakeholder engagement

Job description

The Pisgah Conservancy seeks an Executive Director to build on ten years of impact, strengthen its partnership with the U.S. Forest Service, and expand the philanthropic support that helps Western North Carolina's beloved Pisgah National Forest thrive.

The Pisgah Conservancy (TPC) is a nonprofit dedicated to supporting the Pisgah Ranger District of Pisgah National Forest (Pisgah) in Western North Carolina. Each year, Pisgah welcomes about 3 million visitors, making it one of the most visited national forests in the United States. TPC partners closely with the U.S. Forest Service in support of Pisgah by delivering meaningful work on the ground, providing resources and expertise, and engaging and educating people to help the forest thrive for generations to come. The incoming Executive Director will build on this decade of work to secure TPC's next chapter of philanthropic growth and impact.

The ideal candidate will bring a strategic, organization-wide perspective to decision making, balancing programmatic priorities with the operational, financial, and communications investments needed to sustain TPC's growth. They will possess a combination of nonprofit leadership, fundraising abilities, experience in public-private partnerships, and a strong personal commitment to the stewardship of public lands.

Compensation

This is a full-time, exempt, benefit-eligible position. The anticipated annual salary range is $115,000–$135,000, commensurate with experience. The Pisgah Conservancy offers a competitive benefits package, including medical insurance, retirement plan with employer match of up to 3% of gross salary, and generous paid time off and holidays.

Location

This is a remote, work-from-home position requiring a regular in-person presence in parts of western North Carolina, including Asheville, Hendersonville, Brevard, and other areas in the region. Travel throughout Pisgah and periodic travel to meet with donors, partners, and agency representatives will be required. Some evening and weekend work should be expected around donor events, board meetings, and signature volunteer events such as Pisgah Project Day.

Start Date

Early 2027

To Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should apply by November 1, 2026 for priority consideration. The position is open until filled.

For More Information

For additional information regarding this opportunity, please contact Jena Kuznik, Potrero Group Senior Consultant and Search Lead, at [e-mail].

More information about The Pisgah Conservancy can be found at pisgahconservancy.org.