Founding Executive Director
Quick answer
Saving Yellowstone is hiring a Littleton, Colorado-based founding Executive Director paying $275k-$300k to lead the organization's launch and develop collaborative conservation strategies for the Yellowstone Ecosystem.
- Role
- Founding Executive Director
- Organization
- Saving Yellowstone
- Location
- Littleton, Colorado
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Senior
- Compensation
- $275,000 - $300,000 per year
- Category
- Leadership & Executive
- Apply by
- 2026-07-15
The role
Saving Yellowstone is seeking a visionary and entrepreneurial founding Executive Director to lead the organization during its initial growth phase. The role focuses on uniting public and private stakeholders to preserve the Yellowstone Ecosystem through science-based research and collaborative conservation strategies. The Executive Director will be responsible for defining the organizational vision, building a broad supporter network, and implementing innovative solutions to address complex regional conservation challenges.
What you'll do
- Shape the vision and strategic direction of the newly founded organization.
- Cultivate and manage a broad network of supporters and stakeholders.
- Develop innovative, evidence-driven solutions to complex conservation challenges.
- Unite private citizens, landowners, and public agencies around shared goals.
- Lead the organization through its first stage of growth and impact.
What it takes
- 5+ years of relevant professional experience.
- Proven track record in visionary and entrepreneurial leadership.
- Strong ability to facilitate collaboration between diverse groups.
- Deep commitment to ecosystem preservation and landscape ecology.
- Demonstrated success in strategic organizational development.
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is this position located?
This position is based in Littleton, Colorado, with a strong preference for candidates who maintain a presence within the Yellowstone Ecosystem.
What is the compensation for this role?
The salary range for the Founding Executive Director is explicitly specified as $275,000 to $300,000 per year.
When is the deadline to apply?
For best consideration, interested candidates should submit their application materials by July 15, 2026.
How should I submit my application?
Applications, including inquiries, nominations, and resumes with cover letters, must be submitted through the Isaacson, Miller website portal provided in the job description.
How to apply
Apply directly on Saving Yellowstone's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
This listing is aggregated from a third-party source and its summary may be auto-generated, so details can be inaccurate or out of date. ForGood is not the employer and is not liable for the content — please verify everything on Saving Yellowstone's official posting before applying.