Part-time Executive Director Position
posted July 27, 2010
KLT is a community land trust founded in 1987 in Kittery, ME, a coastal town of about 9,500. KLT maintains a dues-paying membership of 200-250. Historically, KLT has been devoted to the preservation and protection of open space in Kittery and Kittery Point, and now manages a diverse portfolio of 400 acres including shoreline, wetlands and forests. Several of KLT’s properties are popular for their recreational and scenic opportunities.
The organization is currently directed by an active volunteer Board of 12-15 members. Since 2001, KLT has employed a part-time Administrative Assistant.
KLT is actively involved in the Mt. Agamenticus to the Sea Conservation Initiative, a regional consortium of ten local, state and federal conservation partners.
Job Description
- KLT is seeking an energetic Executive Director to lead the organization. Priorities for the position are to
- accelerate the rate of new land conservation and acquisition based on a recently drafted strategic conservation plan;
- assist with implementation of innovative programs to increase KLT’s relevance in the community (i.e., elementary school level education, adult lecture series, possible farmland conservation);
- work with Board to build a broader membership base throughout the community;
- be the public interface between the Town, citizens, Board of Directors and regional conservation partners.
Important qualifications for the ED position include:
- highly organized and motivated person who is passionate about land conservation;
- ability to work independently but effectively with a small volunteer board;
- experience with successful land acquisition, conservation funding and grants management;
- eagerness to assume a public role for KLT within the community and region;
- excellent writing and public speaking abilities;
- competence with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint); database and website management is a plus.
Salary and Benefits
The Executive Director position will average 20 hours/week with the potential to grow in the future. The ED will report to the KLT Board of Directors and will coordinate with the part-time Administrative Assistant.
The salary is $22/hour without health benefits. Worker’s Compensation, FICA and two weeks paid vacation are included.
KLT does not currently have an office so working from home will be required. A computer will be provided. Eventual office space may be possible as increases in operational funds allow.
Contact Details
Please send cover letter, resume and names of three references with contact information to info@kitterylandtrust.org. Applications will be accepted until September 15, 2010.
