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BACKGROUND:
The Westwind Stewardship Group (WSG) was formed in 2004 to steward in perpetuity, 529 acres situated on the central Oregon coast, at the mouth of the Salmon River, south of Cascade Head.
We exist in order to conserve this ecosystem, to create educational experiences for individuals and groups, and to provide facilities for a wide range of activities: the 10-week YWCA Summer Camp, an outdoor school, environmental groups, tribal youth gatherings, as well as nonprofit workshops and retreats. Through its site and programs, WSG nurtures solitude and individual connection to the natural world and seeks to inspire more balanced and sustainable living.
Over the years the physical infrastructure has grown to include a historic lodge, learning center, 15 rustic cabins, and a 10 acre farm with barn and pasture.
WSG values wildness, connection to place, stewardship, and diversity.
THE POSITION:
The Westwind Stewardship Group is seeking an experienced, self-directed and motivated Executive Director with a passion for protecting a pristine environment as well as the ability to inspire, learn from and teach others about the magic and the bio-diversity that abounds here. The daily activity required to do this job successfully does mean that the Executive Director needs to live at the coast.
Are you a natural educator and a proven leader with the ability to oversee and nurture our stewardship plan while working collaboratively with staff to run the organization?
- Does your idea of a perfect day involve meeting a funder, talking to a construction company, exploring the camp with a prospective client, and helping fix a broken pipe?
- Do you have passion for, knowledge of and a demonstrated commitment to environmental issues and sustainability?
- Does the climate of the Oregon coast call to you – do you welcome rain as a nurturing force? Do you look forward to being part of a small community?
- Are you a supportive team player with a proven ability to bring together, train and motivate staff?
- Do you support diversity of all kinds?
- Have you been successful as a fundraiser?
EXPERIENCE, QUALIFICATIONS, AND CHARACTERISTICS:
- Successful leadership experience, preferably working with a non-profit organization
- Significant negotiation skills
- A proven track record in fundraising and development, cultivating major donors and ensuring the financial integrity of the organization
- Experience leading and working hand in hand with an effective Board of Directors
- Dynamic and energetic
- Great written and oral communication skills, including being the public face of the organization
- Oversight of all fiscal aspects of a small to medium sized non-profit including preparing annual budgets, monitoring expenses and meeting financial goals
- You bring joyfulness and humor to any organization with which you work
STARTING WAGE/SALARY:
$50,000 - 60,000 DOE, plus benefits
STATUS:
Regular, Full time, exempt position
APPLICATION CLOSURE DATE:
Monday, October 13th at 5:00 pm
HOW TO APPLY:
Please submit a detailed and compelling letter showing your passion and fit for the mission of the Westwind Stewardship Group and why you should be the next Executive Director, as well as names and contact information of four references and a resume to: bh@tacs.org with “Westwind” in the title,
or by mail to: TACS, 1001 SE Water St, Suite 490, Portland, OR 97214. Attn: “Bob Hazen, Westwind”
Conditions to Employment:
- WSG's policy is to prohibit all forms of harassment by our employees. This includes sexual, racial, religious and other forms of harassment. The successful applicant must agree to read and take responsibility for adhering to WSG's harassment policy.
- During employment with WSG the Site Manager may be subject to urinalysis or other procedures to detect the use of drugs and/or alcohol.
- Smoking is strictly controlled on the Westwind site. Site Manager must agree to follow the smoking policies.
- WSG employees may leave employment or may be terminated without cause by WSG at any time, unless subject to terms of a collective bargaining agreement.
