President

Upper Valley Land Trust; United States; On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Upper Valley Land Trust seeks a principled President to lead conservation efforts across a defined region, guiding strategy, stewardship, and community engagement. The leader will work with landowners, volunteers, and partners to advance land protection and sustainable resource use.

The President will reside nearby, uphold fiduciary standards, and secure resources to sustain and grow impact. The role offers a competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience in a nonprofit or conservation setting.
• Strong collaboration and community engagement skills.
• Experience developing and implementing strategic plans.

Responsibilities

• Articulate and drive the organization's vision and strategic direction.
• Ensure operational excellence and fiduciary accountability.
• Secure resources to sustain and expand impact.
• Engage communities, landowners, volunteers, and partners in conservation initiatives.

Job description

The client is seeking a strategic and collaborative leader to serve as its next President. This role involves guiding a well-established conservation organization dedicated to protecting lands, waters, and natural resources in a defined region. The President will be responsible for articulating and driving the organization's vision, setting strategic direction, ensuring operational excellence, and securing resources to sustain and expand the organization's impact.

The President will be accountable for organizational results and is expected to uphold the highest standards of ethical conduct, fiduciary responsibility, and excellence in land conservation and stewardship. This leader will work closely with communities, landowners, volunteers, and partners to develop and implement conservation initiatives that reflect the needs and aspirations of the region. The role requires the ability to listen, convene, and support diverse voices, fostering collaboration and building strong relationships to achieve shared goals.

This position offers the opportunity to make a lasting difference in a region known for its natural beauty and vibrant communities. The successful candidate will be inspired by the mission of conservation and community engagement, and will support efforts to create a more connected and resilient future. The President is expected to reside locally or within close proximity to the organization, and compensation will be competitive and commensurate with experience, accompanied by a comprehensive benefits package.