Executive Director Redlands Conservancy

Location: Redlands CA

Employment Type: Full-Time

Compensation: $110000 $125000 annually (based on experience)

On-Call Requirement: Flexible schedule with periodic on-call responsibilities including evenings and weekends

Redlands Conservancy is seeking an experienced and mission-driven Executive Director (ED) to serve as the operational leader of our organization. Reporting to the Board of Directors the ED is responsible for managing day-to-day internal business operations executing long-term strategic plans and overseeing the organizations financial health. This role also oversees staff organizational programs our volunteer network and relationships with community members institutional partners agencies and government entities.

Leadership of Redlands Conservancy is divided into two complementary roles: the Executive Director (ED) and the Development Director (DD). The ED leads internal operations programs and organizational strategy while the DD leads fund development and external partnerships.

The ideal ED candidate is a proactive organized leader who thrives on stewarding people programs and properties and who is passionate about historic preservation and land conservation.

Redlands Conservancy is an inclusive community-based organization. We work in cooperation with our partners and look for ways to creatively solve problems. We do not tolerate discrimination nor do we allow divisive or exclusionary behaviors. We celebrate the diverse talents and capabilities that our members volunteers and board members bring to the organization to serve the greater Redlands community. We do the work we do because of our passion for Redlands history environment and heritage and we are committed to preserving the things that make Redlands such a special place. And we always have fun!

We regularly partner with local regional state and federal agencies and entities to accomplish mutual goals that benefit the community of Redlands.

We do not tolerate discrimination nor allow divisive or exclusionary behaviors.

We understand that the diverse talents and capabilities that our members volunteers and board members bring to the organization serve the entire Redlands community.

We do the work we do because of our passion for Redlands heritage and unique historical and natural settings.

We are committed to preserving the things that make Redlands an outstanding place to live work and play.

We always have fun!

Direct daily employee activities set clear performance goals and supervise all organizational programs and projects related to historic preservation and land management.

Attend periodic conferences relevant to historic preservation and land management and encourage board member participation in professional development.

Coordinate and manage diverse volunteer-led projects.

Develop the annual budget in partnership with Volunteer Leads the Development Director and the Executive Committee.

Work closely with Accounting Services to manage day-to-day accounting conduct semi-annual revenue/expense reviews and manage insurance policies.

Manage and oversee contacts the donor database and donor acknowledgements.

Directly oversee operations programs (such as Outdoor Education offerings) and projects (e.g. build-out of new trails or facilities) at the Gateway Ranch property the Historic Asistencia property and the organizations public trails and preserves.

Directly oversee projects and related budgets for construction projects renovations or repairs acquisitions and large capital projects.

Work with the Program Specialist to regularly review and adjust existing programs and create new programs that advance the organizations mission.

Working with the Program Specialist and Volunteer Leads recruit develop and set a high standard for the treatment and onboarding of our robust volunteer workforce.

Collaborate with Volunteer Leads on the creation and presentation of annual events (Annual Social Parties for the Necklace Trails at 10 hikes) and coordinate day-to-day and long-term organizational activities with the Development Director.

Manage stakeholder communications and all information channels; create content that tells the organizations story.

Produce the quarterly newsletter for membership and deliver impactful presentations to community groups.

Participate in activities of community organizations and champion the organizations message across local and regional media outlets.

Nurture strategic partnerships with city county regional state and federal officials and major environmental agencies including the Inland Empire Resource Conservation District California Department of Fish and Wildlife US Fish and Wildlife Service and the Wildlife Conservation Board among others.

Produce Board of Directors meeting agendas and minutes and meet periodically with the Executive Committee to direct committee goals objectives and activities.

Review and refresh Board policies and procedures; prepare the Annual Report and coordinate the Annual Meeting.

Maintain compliance with regulatory agency requirements including annual Welfare Exemptions and annual filings with the Registry of Charities.

Successful candidates will:

Provide steady values-driven leadership that keeps staff volunteers and programs aligned with the organizations mission.

Maintain the organizations financial health and ensure accurate transparent reporting to the Board.

Build strong relationships with community members government agencies and institutional partners.

Ensure Redlands Conservancys properties trails and programs are well-managed and welcoming to the public.

Embody our core values of Cooperation Tolerance Celebration of Volunteers Passion for Our Work Commitment to Redlands and Joy every day.

Required

Minimum five (5) years of related executive operational and/or non-profit management experience.

Bachelors degree (BA) in a related field or equivalent professional experience.

Working knowledge of historic preservation environmental conservation project management and volunteer management.

High familiarity with modern communication software slide/presentation tools website management and social media platforms.

Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to represent the organization publicly.

Preferred

Prior experience working with a nonprofit board of directors.

Experience with grant management government agency relations or land trust operations.

Familiarity with mitigation banking programs.

Familiarity with the Redlands community and local historic or conservation landscape.

This role includes regular oversight of outdoor properties and trail systems in addition to office-based work. With or without reasonable accommodation candidates should be able to:

Lift and carry up to 40 pounds (e.g. event and program materials signage supplies).

Walk or hike on trails and other outdoor sometimes uneven natural terrain for property visits events and site oversight.

Work a flexible schedule that includes regular evening meetings weekends and on-call availability.

Reasonable accommodation will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this role.

Meaningful work preserving Redlands history environment and heritage for future generations.

Salary of $110000$125000 (DOE).

Medical insurance package.

Paid Time Off: 2 weeks (10 days) paid vacation 5 personal days and 7 paid holidays.

Fully covered mileage expenses from the organizations office.

Work location flexibility (organizations office and home office/field work).

Computer and phone provided for administrative use.

Organization space available for team meetings.

Redlands Conservancy is a 501(c)(3) non-profit charitable organization founded in 1994 with a mission to preserve and protect Redlands historic built environment and conserve its irreplaceable natural and citrus/agricultural environments. The organization manages 750 acres of undeveloped open space 26 miles of urban and rural public trails and two historic properties as community assets. It is a program- and project-oriented organization that depends on the work of 75 volunteers three half-time employees two on-site caretakers and one full-time executive director. A new position for a Development Director has been approved recently.

Redlands Conservancy is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fair and equitable hiring practices and to building a team that reflects the diversity of the community we serve. We do not tolerate discrimination or harassment of any kind and do not discriminate on the basis of race color religion sex national origin age disability genetic information sexual orientation gender identity or expression marital or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal state or local law. All employment decisions are based on qualifications merit and the needs of the organization. We welcome and encourage applicants of all backgrounds to apply and we will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application and employment process.