Executive Director, Sustainability & Community Impact

Sustainable Stillwater MN; Stillwater (MN); Hybrid; USD 41,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

Sustainable Stillwater MN (SSMN) is seeking a dynamic Executive Director to helm the organization and drive its mission of advancing sustainability in the Saint Croix Valley. You will oversee staff, contractors, and programs, aligning operations with the board’s strategic priorities to build a cleaner, healthier, and more resilient community.

In this role you will lead strategic planning, fundraising, and stakeholder engagement while managing finances, governance, and communications.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years nonprofit management leadership with board oversight.
• Proven ability to develop metric-driven strategic plans.
• Experience fundraising, grants, and donor relations.
• Strong communication and staff leadership skills.
• Bachelor’s degree; CFRE or related credentials preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide overall leadership for SSMN, ensuring the organization fulfills its mission and goals.
• Oversee all staff, contractors, and volunteers, ensuring alignment with the organization’s values and strategic priorities.
• Support and guide the leadership team to ensure the efficient and effective operation of all programs and projects.
• Foster a positive and productive work environment, encouraging teamwork, accountability, and professional development.
• Lead the facilitation of SSMN's metric driven strategic plan with the Board of Directors, ensuring that it reflects the organization's mission and vision.
• Work with the Board of Directors to assess organizational performance, set goals, and establish priorities.

Skills

Leadership

Nonprofit management

Strategic planning

Fundraising

Board relations

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

CFRE certification recommended

Tools

Google Workspace

Givebutter

Wix

Job description

Sustainable Stillwater MN (SSMN) is seeking a dynamic Executive Director to helm the organization and drive its mission of advancing sustainability in the Saint Croix Valley. You will oversee staff, contractors, and programs, aligning operations with the board’s strategic priorities to build a cleaner, healthier, and more resilient community.

In this role you will lead strategic planning, fundraising, and stakeholder engagement while managing finances, governance, and communications.