Opening posted: May 9, 2022 | Expires June 10, 2022

The Somerset County Soil and Water Conservation District seeks a motivated leader to serve as its part-time Executive Director.

Develop and contribute to diverse conservation projects with a creative, dynamic team and forge partnerships with a wide range of environmental professionals to promote natural resource stewardship. Flexible work schedule in the office, home and field.

The successful candidate will be a self-motivated professional with education/work experience in natural resources and experience in project management including strategic planning, program implementation, outreach, and financial management. Opportunity to expand the exciting programs offered through Somerset SWCD and inject personal passion and innovation into the role of Executive Director.

The Somerset SWCD’s effectiveness is directly related to strong working relationships with collaborators including the USDA-Natural Resources Conservation Service, state and local agencies, conservation and natural resource groups, individual landowners, and funding organizations. The Executive Director’s ability to foster these relationships is critical to the success of the organization.

Reporting to the Somerset SWCD’s Board of Supervisors the Executive Director works with the Technical Director and a contracted Outreach Coordinator in achieving the mission of the organization.

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