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Executive Director at Save Our Canyons

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Executive Director at Save Our Canyons

Fundraising and Development Management Marketing and Communications Public Policy/Government Relations

Citizens’ Committee to Save Our Canyons (SOC) is hiring an Executive Director to join its team. The Executive Director is the operational leader of the organization and plays a pivotal role in implementing the organization’s mission to protect the beauty and wildness of the Wasatch. 


Responsibilities 

- Act as the public face of the organization in the media and within the community.

- Direct and manage the organization’s media and public relations efforts.

- Initiate and maintain partnerships with a variety of individuals and organizations, including federal, state, and local governments, other environmental advocacy organizations and non-profits, community leaders, and other groups.

- Supervise and provide guidance to staff and interns. 

- Assist the organization’s Development Director in fundraising efforts. 

- Develop policy strategies in coordination with staff, the Board of Directors, members, volunteers, and community leaders. 

- Consult with and report to the Board of Directors regarding the organization’s operations, including strategic direction, priorities, policy positions, fundraising, finances, staffing, and allocation of resources.

- Cultivate and sustain relationships with donors and organizational sponsors.

- Manage the organization’s finances, including the development and maintenance of budgets and the monitoring of revenue and expenditures.

- Participate in Board meetings and board committee meetings. 

- Monitor organizational adherence to the strategic plan, mission, goals, and vision.

- Manage all daily activities of the organization.

- Attend events sponsored by or related to Save Our Canyons. 


Desired Qualifications

- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field. 

- Leadership and/or management experience, ideally gained working at an environmental advocacy organization or other non-profit. 

- At least three years of prior experience in policy and/or fundraising work preferred.

- Demonstrated competence at public speaking, strategic messaging, and developing relationships with our audiences, including everyone from grassroots supporters to volunteers, legislators, donors, community members, etc. 

- A passion for SOC’s mission, vision, and values. 

- Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills. 

- Background knowledge of the Wasatch and major issues impacting the Wasatch. 


Position, Pay and Benefits 

- This is a full-time, salaried role that requires hybrid in-person attendance. The successful candidate will be required to come into the office as-needed. 

- The salary range for this position is $80,000-110,000 annually and will be commensurate with experience. 

- SOC also offers health insurance benefits, a flexible schedule, and a generous vacation policy. 

How to Apply 

To apply, please submit a CV/resume and a cover letter, combined in a single PDF, to jobs@saveourcanyons.org. In your cover letter, please address: (1) why you are passionate about SOC’s mission; and (2) aspects of your professional background that demonstrate your ability to lead an environmental advocacy organization like SOC. 

Preference will be given to candidates who apply by March 21, 2025. After that, applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

Statement on Equal Employment Opportunity

SOC is committed to diversity in its workforce and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.  SOC will consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, or any other legally protected class. 

Additional Info

Job Type : Full-time

Education Level : Bachelors Degree

Organization Mission : Save Our Canyons is dedicated to protecting the beauty and wildness of the Wasatch Mountains.

Job Location : Cottonwood Heights, Utah

Work Model : Hybrid

Closing Date : 4/18/2025

Compensation Type : Salary

Pay Range : $80,000-110.000

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