[MCN] Future West Is Seeking a New Executive Director

[Hannah Jaicks]

Greetings, please see below and attached for further information. With
questions or to submit your application, please email me:
hannah at future-west.org



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*Future West Executive Director Job Description*



Future West seeks an executive director to lead this dynamic organization
into the future. Based in Bozeman, MT this well-respected nonprofit
provides communities across the Rocky Mountain West with support and tools
to help decision makers and citizens address issues related to growth and
change in a manner that meets their needs without sacrificing quality of
life and community character. We also bolster the efforts of people and
organizations to conserve working landscapes and healthy wildlife
populations. Our work with towns, rural residents and a multitude of
diverse partners allows communities to pro-actively respond to the
conservation and development challenges of the rapidly changing west.



Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Executive Director will have
overall strategic and operational responsibility for Future West programs,
staff, expansion, fiscal management, and revenue generation.



*RESPONSIBILITIES*



*Board of Directors*

·         Responsible for shared leadership with the Future West Board of
Directors to fulfill the organization’s mission

·         Communicate effectively with, and engage the board to ensure that
it functions properly and makes informed decisions

·         Lead efforts to build the capacity of the existing board and
cultivate diverse new board members



*Planning and Program Implementation*

·         Provide creative and visionary leadership that inspires and
guides program staff

·         Lead organizational strategic planning efforts

·         Monitor progress in achieving the organization’s strategic plan
and overall mission

·         Oversee programs and help implement program work

·         Seek new opportunities to support communities responding to the
rapidly changing West

·         Assist with periodic program evaluation



*Financial*

·         Budget development and fiscal management and monitoring of an
annual budget and budget updates

·         Ensure legal and tax related paperwork is submitted



*Fundraising*

·         Seek grant and new foundation funding opportunities and build and
strengthen existing foundation relationships

·         Oversee and monitor foundation proposal development and related
reporting requirements

·         Develop fee-for-service contracts that reflect the organizational
goals and mission

·         Cultivate individual donors and sustain these relationships

·         Lead other fundraising efforts such as special events, appeals,
and related social media outreach



*Communication and Marketing*

·         Serve as the face and principal spokesperson for the
organization, its vision and programs

·         Promote Future West services to Western communities

·         Raise the profile of Future West for partnerships and education



*Staff and Contractor Supervision*

·         Lead program planning and project and staff evaluations

·         Manage Future West staff and associates

·         Provide mentoring and leadership for staff development



*DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS*

1.      An understanding and passion for the mission and goals of the
organization

2.      Some familiarity with current organizational and program issues and
geography

3.      Nonprofit management

4.      Experience working with and supporting the development of a board
of directors

5.      Documented record of successful grant writing, donor development,
and excellent fundraising skills

6.      Experience in fee-for-service and program marketing

7.      Budget, grant and financial management

8.      Strong written and oral communication skills and familiarity with
social media and remote and virtual communication techniques

9.      A creative and strategic thinker and entrepreneurial spirit

10.  Leadership and management skills supporting dynamic, creative staff

11.  Ability to work with a wide range of community leaders

12.  Strong working knowledge of the conservation and community challenges
of the rapidly changing West



*SALARY AND BENEFITS*



 $70,000 - $80,000 depending on experience, plus health care insurance and
retirement contribution.

*JOB LOCATION*



The Future West office is located in Bozeman, MT. Consideration will be
given to working from a remote location within four hours from the Bozeman
office.





*APPLICATION PROCESS*



Submit one (1) pdf file containing cover letter articulating your
qualifications and a current resume to:  hannah at future-west.org

Application review will begin May 15.




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-- 
*Hannah Jaicks* <http://www.hannahjaicks.com/>*, Ph.D.*
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