Vermont Conservation Voters is looking for a new Executive Director to lead the organization during an exciting time of growth and expanding impact. The ideal candidate is a seasoned and collaborative nonprofit leader familiar with electoral and legislative campaigns, environmental policy issues, environmental justice, and the Vermont political landscape. The position requires exceptional communication and relationship-building skills and a candidate that leads with vision and authenticity in a fast-paced and complex environment.
Founded in 1982, VCV is a 501(c)(4) nonprofit that works to elect environmentally-friendly candidates to public office, and then holds elected officials accountable for the decisions they make affecting our air, water, wildlife, land, communities, and health. The Executive Director manages and coordinates all programs, generates organizational cohesion and sense of direction, keeps the Board of Directors informed and engaged, maintains and strengthens membership and development, and provides an articulate voice for VCV on all its core issues. The position also supports the work of VCV’s strategic partner, Vermont Natural Resources Council (VNRC), in accordance with a Memorandum of Agreement and Resource Sharing Agreement between the two organizations.
This is a full-time position based at our Montpelier office. The starting salary range is $75,000 to $90,000, commensurate with experience, plus a $20,000 annual stipend. A full position profile, including more information on responsibilities, preferred qualifications, benefits and compensation, can be found on our website, //www.vermontconservationvoters.com/employment.