Executive Director
Quick answer
The Illinois Valley Watershed Council is hiring a mid-level Executive Director (Cave Junction, Oregon) paying $60,000 to $80,000 annually to lead the organization's mission delivery, partnership cultivation, and organizational sustainability.
- Role
- Executive Director
- Organization
- Illinois Valley Watershed Council
- Location
- Cave Junction, Oregon
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Mid
- Compensation
- $60,000 to $80,000 annually
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
The Illinois Valley Watershed Council is seeking an experienced, collaborative, and community-rooted leader to serve as its Executive Director, providing transparent, collaborative leadership in the planning and administration of all IVWC programs and operations.
What you'll do
- Board engagement and governance support
- Strategic planning and organizational development
- Watershed health programs and project management
- Resource development and grant management
- Financial management and budgeting
- Partnerships, community relations, and agency collaboration
- Community engagement and outreach
- Organizational administration and risk management
- Personnel management
What it takes
- Minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience
- Demonstrated experience in grant writing, grant administration, and nonprofit financial management
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Experience in project management, contractor administration, and contract compliance
- Demonstrated ability to build and maintain collaborative relationships
- Ability to work independently with a high degree of initiative, accountability, and self-direction
- Valid Oregon driver’s license and reliable personal transportation
- Experience with Pacific Northwest watershed ecology, aquatic habitat restoration, or natural resource management in southwestern Oregon (highly desired)
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Health insurance, 401(k) retirement plan with employer contribution, paid time off, and holidays
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The position is based out of the IVWC office in Cave Junction, Oregon.
What is the compensation range?
The compensation range is $60,000 to $80,000 annually.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include five years of experience in natural resource management, nonprofit administration, grant writing, and project management.
How do I apply?
Applications are open until filled, and interested candidates should apply through the Green Jobs Board - greenjobsearch.org.
Is the position remote?
The position is based in Cave Junction, Oregon, and requires the ability to travel throughout the watershed and to regional meetings elsewhere in Oregon.
How to apply
Apply directly on Illinois Valley Watershed Council's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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