Executive Director
Quick answer
Columbia Land Trust is hiring a hybrid Executive Director based in Vancouver, Washington, paying $195,000–$215,000 to lead organizational strategy, donor relations, and a major capital campaign.
- Role
- Executive Director
- Organization
- Columbia Land Trust
- Location
- Vancouver, Washington
- Work setup
- Hybrid
- Level
- Senior
- Compensation
- $195,000 - $215,000 per year
- Category
- Leadership & Executive
- Apply by
- 2026-07-06
The role
The Executive Director provides visionary leadership for the Columbia Land Trust, guiding organizational strategy and fostering a culture of trust and collaboration among staff and the board. The role focuses on relationship-building with diverse stakeholders, including donors, tribal nations, and community members, while overseeing financial operations and program impact. A key immediate responsibility is leading the final phase of a significant capital campaign. The leader will serve as the primary public face of the organization, balancing long-term conservation goals with the needs of rural and urban communities.
What you'll do
- Develop and implement long-term strategic and annual work plans.
- Steward and complete the current capital campaign through major donor relationships.
- Oversee financial compliance, budgeting, and organizational growth.
- Cultivate deep partnerships with tribal nations, government agencies, and community leaders.
- Empower and support a high-performing staff team within a collaborative culture.
What it takes
- 5+ years of leadership experience in conservation or a related field.
- Demonstrated success in major gift fundraising and capital campaigns.
- Strong connections within the Washington and Oregon philanthropic landscapes.
- Experience navigating politically diverse stakeholder and donor bases.
- Proven ability to lead organizational change while preserving institutional culture.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
100% health and dental coverage for the employee, up to 5% 401(k) matching, $50,000 life insurance policy, and 4-week vacation accrual with increases based on tenure.
Frequently asked questions
Is this a remote role?
This is a hybrid position based at the Columbia Land Trust offices in Vancouver, Washington, requiring consistent in-person presence to maintain relationships with the board, staff, and partners.
What is the compensation for this role?
The anticipated annual salary range for this position is $195,000 to $215,000, commensurate with experience, plus a comprehensive benefits package.
When is the application deadline?
Interested candidates should submit their resume and cover letter by July 6 for priority consideration.
What are the primary qualifications required?
Candidates should have 5+ years of leadership experience, a proven track record in capital campaign fundraising, and deep knowledge of the conservation and philanthropic landscape in the Pacific Northwest.
How to apply
Apply directly on Columbia Land Trust's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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