Community Agriculture Alliance Executive Director
Summary of Position
This position is a career opportunity for a motivated person to join CAA’s mission driven, dynamic team. The CAA Executive Director is responsible for organization leadership, strategic development, administration and operations, management of programs and staff. The organization is in an exciting period of growth and expansion, looking for the next leader and passionate advocate for local food and agriculture.
Responsibilities
Leadership Responsibilities
This position will provide overall organizational leadership and management. Representing CAA in the community and with diverse partners is a core responsibility. Setting and meeting goals to help further the CAA mission and programs in coordination with the CAA Board of Directors and staff.
Community Outreach and Engagement
Connecting with community partners, organizations, funders, donors, producers, and visitors is a critical role and fulfills CAA’s mission of creating alliances in support of agriculture. Public speaking, giving presentations both online and in person, meeting with community leaders, government and key partners are key responsibilities of this position.
Administration and Operations
Providing day to day operational direction for the organization and staff including management of the CAA building. This includes program oversight and direct support as needed. The Executive Director is responsible for hiring and managing all CAA staff.
Fiscal Oversight and Sustainability
The Executive Director is responsible for managing the organizational and related program budgets. This includes working directly with CAA bookkeeper and reporting to CAA Board of Directors. Providing fiscal oversight, planning, management of the organizational endowment and related bank accounts.
Reporting: This position will report to the CAA Board of Directors
Location: Steamboat Springs, Routt County, Colorado
Desired Requirements
- 5+ years professional experience in Executive Director or nonprofit leadership roles
- Nonprofit financial management experience, including budgeting and strategic forecasting, and utilizing QuickBooks Online for nonprofit accounting
- Experienced successful grant writing, fundraising management and the ability to manage multiple grants including reporting requirements
- Ability to develop and sustain meaningful partnerships with diverse organizations and individuals
- Excellent written, verbal, organizational, and interpersonal communication skills
Salary and Benefits
This is a full time and exempt position located at CAA offices in Steamboat Springs, CO. CAA serves the Yampa Valley; a successful candidate will reside in the Yampa Valley and be expected to provide in person services at CAA offices and at activities or events throughout the Valley.
Salary Range: $70,000-$80,000 (based on experience)
Candidates must be available to start by August 1,2024
To apply, email a letter of interest and resume to Michele Meyer michele@communityagalliance.org
The Community Agriculture Alliance is an equal opportunity employer.
