Executive Director - Outdoor Education & Conservation Leader

Outdoor Heritage Education Center (OHEC); Wisconsin; Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Outdoor Heritage Education Center (OHEC) in Wisconsin seeks an Executive Director to lead operations, finances, programs, partnerships, and fundraising, while engaging volunteers, donors, educators, and conservation partners across the state.

The successful candidate will provide strategic direction, oversight of grants and outreach, and strong leadership to advance outdoor education and conservation initiatives with a passion for community engagement.

Qualifications

• Nonprofit leadership experience or strong background in mission-driven organizations.
• Experience in fundraising, donor relations, grant writing, and grant administration.
• Strong communication, public relations, and stakeholder engagement skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day operations and ensure long-term sustainability of the organization.
• Oversee budgeting, financial reporting, and organizational compliance.
• Coordinate grant-making and educational outreach programs and partnerships.
• Drive fundraising, sponsorship development, and donor relations.
• Maintain and enhance the organization’s website and communications efforts.

Skills

Nonprofit leadership

Fundraising

Strategy & planning

Communications

Tools

QuickBooks

MS Office

Job description

Outdoor Heritage Education Center (OHEC) in Wisconsin seeks an Executive Director to lead operations, finances, programs, partnerships, and fundraising, while engaging volunteers, donors, educators, and conservation partners across the state.

The successful candidate will provide strategic direction, oversight of grants and outreach, and strong leadership to advance outdoor education and conservation initiatives with a passion for community engagement.