Executive Director
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Bangor Land Trust (BLT) is seeking a highly capable and passionate leader to serve as its new executive director. BLT is a small non-profit organization with 200 members that conserves roughly 1,000 acres of land near Bangor, Maine.  Formed in 2001, BLT supports the long-term stewardship of natural areas to balance the needs of plants, animals, and people to coexist on these properties. The Executive Director is the public face and sole employee of BLT.  This position reports to the Board of Directors and will be involved in all aspects of BLT activities ranging from strategic plans to daily operations.  We are seeking a self-directed individual with a strong conservation ethic that has the leadership skills to organize the efforts of our many volunteers.  This is a full-time position and is an exciting opportunity to lead the continued growth of this community-based conservation organization.

Primary Responsibilities

• Organizational and Strategic Planning – Work closely with the board to set, track, and achieve strategic goals; attend and facilitate board and committee meetings; and maintain a working knowledge of all the organization’s initiatives. 
• Fundraising – Grant writing, membership growth and renewals, and other appeal activities.
• Communications and Outreach – Represent the land trust at community events and conferences, and manage the outwardly facing communications of the organization (website, social media, newsletters).
• Office Management – Bookkeeping, bill paying, processing donations, email, phone correspondence, and records management.
• Programming – Assist in the planning, promotion, and execution of a year-around lineup of environmental education programs
• Stewardship – Manage projects for BLT’s six preserves, including working with contractors and organizing volunteers; coordinating annual monitoring; and assisting in the updating and implementation of management plans.

Skills and Qualifications

• Evidence of a strong ethic and passion for conservation.
• Proven ability to work independently without other support staff.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with strong interpersonal skills.
• ​Strong organizational skills with an attention to detail and accountability.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and persuasively, both in writing and public speaking.
• Experience with writing and managing grants.
• Flexible and ability to multitask.
• Meeting facilitation skills.
• Project management skills
• Experience recruiting and coordinating volunteers
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, Zoom, and the Google Suite.
• Experience with social media.
• Basic accounting skills (QuickBooks or similar software).
• College level education in environmental science, wildlife ecology, or similar field is a plus but not a requirement.
• Ability to pass a basic background check for criminal and financial concerns.

Compensation
Salary between $55,000 - $65,000, commensurate with experience; paid time off; healthcare stipend; employer retirement match; and work location flexibility.