Executive Director
Quick answer
Tar River Land Conservancy is hiring a full-time Executive Director (Louisburg, NC) with a salary range of $105,000 - $120,000 per year, requiring 5+ years of experience in land trust work, natural resource management, or non-profit management.
- Role
- Executive Director
- Organization
- Tar River Land Conservancy
- Location
- Louisburg, North Carolina
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Senior
- Compensation
- $105,000 - $120,000 per year
- Category
- Other
The role
The Executive Director coordinates all Conservancy operations, fundraising activities, and provides leadership and staff supervision to support the Tar River Land Conservancy mission. This role requires a minimum of 5+ years of professional experience in land trust work, natural resource management, non-profit management, or a related field.
What you'll do
- Strategic leadership
- Staff leadership
- Land acquisition
- Stewardship
- Fundraising
- Board relations
What it takes
- Minimum of 5+ years of professional experience in land trust work, natural resource management, non-profit management, or a related field
- Demonstrated successful record of fundraising and budget management
- Leadership experience, able to set a clear vision; ability to create and thrive in a team environment
- Experience working in a collaborative and collegial manner with staff, landowners, donors, volunteers, municipal and government agencies, community groups, and conservation partners to achieve shared objectives
- Articulate and enthusiastic communicator, both verbally and written
- Deep commitment to land protection, natural resource conservation, and wildlife habitat in rural areas
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Health, disability, and life insurance coverage, retirement plan, paid holidays, vacation time, and sick leave
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in Louisburg, North Carolina.
What is the compensation?
The compensation is $105,000 - $120,000 per year.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include a minimum of 5+ years of professional experience in land trust work, natural resource management, non-profit management, or a related field, and a demonstrated successful record of fundraising and budget management.
How do I apply?
Send a cover letter, resume, transcripts, and list of three professional references by email to Amy Edge, Associate Director/General Counsel, at [email protected]. Please include “TRLC Executive Director” in the subject line.
When is the application deadline?
The application review will begin on Monday, November 2, 2026, and the position is open until filled.
How to apply
Apply directly on Tar River Land Conservancy's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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