Title: Director of Development & Communications
Job type: Full Time exempt, 40 hours a week
Reports to: Executive Director
Supervises: Community Engagement Manager
Location: Office based in Stowe, VT with flexibility for occasional remote work.
About Stowe Land Trust
Stowe Land Trust is a respected, member-supported, 501(c)(3) conservation nonprofit serving the greater Stowe area since 1987. With 7,100 acres and 35 conservation easements under our belt, we are committed to preserving the ecological health and economic vitality of our region. Stowe Land Trust recognizes that to address community needs we must include the voices of all identities within our community and beyond. We encourage historically marginalized people to apply, as your diversity in experience and identity will be valued and respected as a vital part of what will strengthen our staff. See more about our work on our website at www.stowelandtrust.org
The Opportunity
Stowe Land Trust seeks an experienced Director of Development & Communications to help us embark on a new level of growth and engagement over the next five years and beyond. The director will arrive at a time of evolution within the organization and can build new approaches to fund development and communications while also solidifying the systems and infrastructure that support growth. The director will work with a growing professional team to harness this momentum and build the communications and fund development program of our future. A successful Director of Development & Communications will be a powerful storyteller, understand the motivations for giving and engagement, and be a skilled researcher who knows how to identify a funder's priorities for impact. They will know how to crystallize diverse and technical information into a brief distillation that captures the main points and engages people's interests and motivations. They oversee the planning, organizing, and implementation of all aspects of the land trust’s fundraising, communications, and marketing program to achieve the organization’s annual and long-term financial and relationship goals. This is a new position in the organization and will be a senior member of the leadership team.
Essential Functions
Development
Communications
Leadership and Management
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work expected for this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.
Qualifications
Salary: Salary range of $70k-80k, commensurate with experience
Benefits and Perks
To Apply: Please submit a cover letter and resume detailing your interest and qualifications through this page. No calls, please. Application review begins August 5. Position is open until filled.
Join us for this exciting period of growth and contribute to land conservation and community engagement in the Stowe region.
Stowe Land Trust is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant, and does not discriminate in hiring or in the conditions of employment against any individual on the basis of their race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, place of birth, sexual orientation, sex, gender identity, age or genetic information of the employee or a family member, or against a qualified disabled individual, or against an individual on the test result from an HIV-related blood test, or against an individual on the basis of their veteran status, membership, or application for membership in the armed services, or against an individual on the basis of their health coverage status or crime victim status, or against an individual on the of their opposition to prohibited discrimination or participation in the complaint process. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including but not limited to hiring, placement, training, compensation, transfer, promotion, leave of absence, and termination.