[PCA] JOB: Executive Director for the Native Prairies Association of Texas (TX)
Jason Spangler
jason_spangler at texasprairie.org
Thu Mar 6 15:22:27 CST 2008
*Native Prairies Association of Texas (TX), Executive Director* - NPAT
seeks a full time Executive Director with a passion for conservation to
lead the organization in its mission to conserve and restore the native
prairies and other grasslands of Texas. NPAT is a land trust protecting
over 1,200 acres of native Texas prairie, including critically imperiled
tallgrass prairie.
Responsibilities include fundraising and donor relations, strategic
planning, and community outreach in addition to overall management of
the organization. Candidates should possess a successful fundraising
record, strong communication and management skills, and experience with
conservation. Salary and benefits are competitive and commensurate with
experience. NPAT is an equal opportunity employer.
To apply, send cover letter, resume, and references to: (preferred)
apply at texasprairie.org <mailto:apply at texasprairie.org> or NPAT, Search
Committee, 2002 - A Guadalupe St. PMB 290, Austin, TX 78705-5609.
Applications accepted until position is filled (please submit by March
31st, 2008).
Visit http://texasprairie.org/ for a full job description and more
information about NPAT.
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Native Prairies Association of Texas
Job Description -- Executive Director
Job Title: Executive Director, NPAT
Location: North, Coastal, or Central Texas
Date: Applications accepted until position is filled (please submit by
March 31st, 2008)
Submit: To apply, please send cover letter, resume, and references via
email (preferred) or postal mail.
Email: apply at texasprairie.org <mailto:apply at texasprairie.org>
Website: http://texasprairie.org/
Address: NPAT, Search Committee, 2002-A Guadalupe St. PMB 290, Austin,
TX 78705
Phone: 512-772-4741
Salary Range: $50,000 - $70,000 with benefits and vacation
Job Overview: The Executive Director is responsible for the execution of
NPAT's goals and policies as set by the Board of Directors, including
fundraising, hiring and supervising of staff, day to day management, and
all other duties necessary for NPAT to succeed in its mission to
conserve and restore Texas' native prairies and other grasslands.
Qualifications:
* A passion for conservation, and experience in the field of
conservation or ecological restoration.
* Proven fundraising record, including obtaining grants from
foundations and securing significant gifts from individuals.
* Strong verbal and written communication skills.
* Proven ability to conceive, plan and implement programs.
* Ability to connect with people and build relationships with
prairie landowners, donors, and members.
* Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
* Willing to travel throughout Texas, most commonly within the
tallgrass prairie regions (including Ft. Worth, Dallas, Paris,
Waco, Austin, Houston, San Antonio).
* Willing to work a flexible schedule which frequently includes
weekends.
* Ability to work online, via email, web, phone, and in-person with
the board, landowners, and members.
* Software skills including Microsoft Office products.
* May be required to walk or travel over rough terrain
One or more of the following skill sets are beneficial but not mandatory:
* Successful fundraising specifically for land acquisition and/or
endowments.
* Experience in leading and managing individuals and teams, such as
staff and board members.
* Experience building a non-profit from an all-volunteer
organization to a staffed organization.
* Knowledge of native grasslands, grassland ecology, native plants
and plant communities, grassland birds, prairie invertebrates, and
other prairie wildlife.
* Land trust experience, such as negotiating conservation easements
and acquisitions.
* Experience with tallgrass prairie or other native grassland
restoration.
* GIS experience.
* Quickbooks experience.
Description of Duties (and estimated percentage of time):
Fundraising (50%+)
* Direct and conduct fundraising and membership development
activities to enable the organization to carry out its mission and
long term vision, in partnership with the Board and staff.
* Includes donor outreach, designing and implementing fund-raising
and membership solicitations, and seeking financial support,
grants, contracts and other assistance from individuals,
foundations, corporations, and public agencies.
Program Leadership, Guidance and Representation (20%)
* With Board participation, develop and implement NPAT's annual
objectives for Texas prairie conservation.
* Hire and oversee contractors to survey Texas counties for
tallgrass prairie remnants (a three year program)
* Contact and build relationships with prairie landowners; screen
potential acquisition projects, make recommendations to the Board,
and negotiate and draft Board-approved real property and
conservation easement transactions.
* Participate in hiring of program director and supervise staff.
Administration (20%)
* Oversee NPAT's record-keeping system to ensure they meet legal,
financial, and board needs.
* Monitor NPAT's annual budget and provide the Board with timely
financial reports.
* Monitor other NPAT activities and provide timely reports to the
Board as requested.
* Support the operation of Board Committees in the conduct of the
NPAT's activities, for example easement monitoring..
* Work effectively with other organizations in achieving objectives.
* Develop and implement NPAT policies pursuant to LTA accreditation
(with Board participation)
Public Relations (10%)
* Act as the primary spokesperson for the NPAT.
* Promote awareness of and support for our mission.
* Oversee the release of all NPAT publications and press releases
(with the Education Committee)
In the conduct of all these duties, maintain positive relationships and
open communications with the Board, as well as the confidentially of all
dealings.
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