Executive Director, Environmental Center & Lands Stewardship

High Plains Environmental Center; Loveland (CO); On-site; USD 99,000 - 129,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Life insurance

Job summary

High Plains Environmental Center in Loveland, Colorado seeks an Executive Director to lead strategic direction, financial management, fundraising, and staff development for HPEC and HPF. The role partners with Boards to ensure long-term sustainability and community engagement.

The ED will oversee budgeting (~$1.5M), land stewardship, open-space management, and partnerships, advancing environmental education and recreation in Centerra and Northern Colorado.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
• Five+ years of managerial and leadership experience.
• Experience with conservation lands, parks, open spaces, or similar areas.
• Nonprofit leadership, budgeting, fundraising, and supervision experience.
• Knowledge of nonprofit governance, risk management, HR practices, and policies.
• Commitment to environmental conservation; familiarity with Northern Colorado desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic direction with boards and ensure alignment with mission.
• Oversee annual budget of $1.5 million and financial reporting.
• Lead fundraising through foundation grants, partnerships, and gifts.
• Ensure compliance with nonprofit, employment, regulatory, and reporting requirements.
• Oversee HR policies and supervise staff of 10 and contractors.

Skills

Leadership

Fundraising

Budgeting

Staff supervision

Contracts management

Organizational administration

Nonprofit governance

Risk management

HR practices

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Job description

High Plains Environmental Center in Loveland, Colorado seeks an Executive Director to lead strategic direction, financial management, fundraising, and staff development for HPEC and HPF. The role partners with Boards to ensure long-term sustainability and community engagement.

The ED will oversee budgeting (~$1.5M), land stewardship, open-space management, and partnerships, advancing environmental education and recreation in Centerra and Northern Colorado.