Executive Director, Hybrid — Green Building nonprofit (CT)

BuildGreenCT; New Haven (CT); Hybrid; USD 62,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Two weeks personal time off

Tech stipend $150 per month

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

BuildGreenCT is seeking an Executive Director to lead the organization’s operations, oversee programs, and grow membership in a collaborative, values-driven environment. This full-time, exempt role focuses on aligning people, programs, and resources to ensure strong financial management and sustainable growth.

Based in Connecticut with hybrid work flexibility, the Executive Director will partner with the Board to advance strategies, strengthen governance, and cultivate relationships with

Qualifications

• 5 years of leadership or management experience in nonprofit or mission-driven setting.
• Strong financial acumen including budgeting and financial reporting.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with boards, volunteers, and diverse stakeholders.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Preferred: fundraising, sponsorship development, or grant management.
• Familiarity with sustainability, green building, or related fields.
• Experience with CRM software; Salesforce a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day operations, aligning staff, volunteers, consultants, and board leadership.
• Foster a collaborative, accountable, and values-aligned culture.
• Supervise staff and ensure continuity across transitions and volunteer leadership changes.
• Ensure core organizational processes, systems, and workflows are documented and followed.
• Oversee digital operational systems and data security.
• Oversee financial operations, budgeting, and grant compliance.
• Support the Board in strategic planning and governance.
• Identify, cultivate, and steward strategic partnerships to expand impact.
• Oversee programs and community engagement; track performance.
• Lead communications and fundraising efforts with members, sponsors, and partners.

Skills

Leadership Experience

Financial Acumen

Communication

Organizational Skills

Relationship-Building

Board Collaboration

Tools

Salesforce

Job description

BuildGreenCT is seeking an Executive Director to lead the organization’s operations, oversee programs, and grow membership in a collaborative, values-driven environment. This full-time, exempt role focuses on aligning people, programs, and resources to ensure strong financial management and sustainable growth.

Based in Connecticut with hybrid work flexibility, the Executive Director will partner with the Board to advance strategies, strengthen governance, and cultivate relationships with