Executive Director - NYC Environmental Nonprofit Leader

Howard County Government, DPW, Environmental Services - Alpha Ridge Landfill; New York (NY); On-site; USD 102,000 - 138,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Benefits

Paid Time Off

Professional Development

Job summary

Earth Matter NY is seeking an Executive Director to provide strategic vision and day-to-day leadership for a 14‑person team, educating thousands annually and expanding regional influence.

The role, based in New York, oversees a $1.5M budget, fundraising growth, and public engagement, while advancing policy presence and community partnerships. Bachelor’s is required; advanced environmental/nonprofit credentials are a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree a plus; equivalent lived/professional experience considered.
• Track record of fundraising and financial management.
• Experience as a public spokesperson, including media relations and public speaking.
• Real-world experience with composting, food systems, or adjacent fields.
• Experience working in NYC or NY State preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic vision and day-to-day leadership to a staff of 14 and education/training programs, volunteers, and public programming involving 15,000 participants annually.
• Manage a $1.5M budget with a focus on long-term financial sustainability.
• Foster a high-performance and inclusive work culture; partner with the Board on governance and strategic planning.
• Lead the fundraising program and cultivate relationships with major donors; expand earned revenue through programs and consulting.
• Serve as primary spokesperson and elevate Earth Matter NY's brand and impact.
• Build relationships with policymakers and advocate for sustainable, waste-free policies.

Skills

Fundraising

Public speaking

Media relations

Donor relations

Composting knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree in environmental science/public policy/nonprofit management

Job description

Earth Matter NY is seeking an Executive Director to provide strategic vision and day-to-day leadership for a 14‑person team, educating thousands annually and expanding regional influence.

The role, based in New York, oversees a $1.5M budget, fundraising growth, and public engagement, while advancing policy presence and community partnerships. Bachelor’s is required; advanced environmental/nonprofit credentials are a plus.