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Employment Opportunities

Now Hiring:
​Executive Director

Job Description

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APPLICATION CLOSE DATE: March 15, 2024 
POSITION TITLE: Executive Director
REPORTS TO: Board of Directors 
LOCATION: Summit County, Colorado. Hybrid remote, must be able to attend events in Summit County
TERM: Full-time 40 hours per week, exempt position, flexible schedule, no benefits provided
SALARY: $60,000 - $75,000 annual salary, depending on experience
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Feel free to reach out to [email protected] with questions about this opportunity. 
ABOUT THE BLUE RIVER WATERSHED GROUP:
The Blue River Watershed Group (BRWG) is a non-profit organization dedicated to the conservation and sustainable management of the Blue River watershed. Committed to community engagement we work to protect, promote, and restore the health of the Blue River watershed through various programs, projects, and initiatives.
BRWG is a small nonprofit with a staff of 2.5 full-time equivalent positions planned for 2024. The Executive Director is supported by a ten-member volunteer Board of Directors.

POSITION OVERVIEW:
The Blue River Watershed Group (BRWG) is seeking an Executive Director (ED) to lead the group through the implementation of restoration projects, collaborative initiatives, and thoughtful planning. The Executive Director will continue building a strategic direction for BRWG through significant community involvement and partnerships.
 
The Executive Director is responsible for all day-to-day administration of the organization, financials, fundraising, event planning, and the strategic direction of the organization. This position requires a flexible and versatile leader as the work blends technical work with community outreach and relationship building.  

RESPONSIBILITIES:
The main responsibilities of the Executive Director are listed below. Download the above Job Description PDF for more details on responsibilities and qualifications. 
  • Financial Management
  • Administrative Oversight
  • Staff and Contractor Management
  • Event Planning
  • Grant Writing, Management, and Reporting
  • Fundraising
  • Strategic Planning
  • Marketing
  • Outreach and Engagement
  • Project Management
  • Board Interface

TO APPLY: Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, and writing sample to [email protected]. References, work sample review, and interviews will be part of the selection process. The deadline for applications is March 15th, 2024.

Interviews in Process:
​Events and Social Media Coordinator

​The primary objective of this position is to support BRWG with events, public relations, social media, and communications activities related to our projects and mission. The person hired for this position will serve to coordinate, plan, and host events as well as promoting events through social media, and support our programmatic work.
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Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every qualification. We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with each qualification in the job description, please apply anyway! You might be just the right candidate for this role. Blue River Watershed Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Blue River Watershed Group is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences who are passionate about issues affecting water and land conservation in Colorado and the western US.

Mailing Address:
​P.O. Box 867
Silverthorne, CO  80498
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​Email: 
[email protected]
Phone: 
719-209-9577
​BRWG is a registered 501(c)3 nonprofit organization EIN 20-1771307. Our nonprofit designation letter can be downloaded here. 
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  • Home
  • About Us
    • Our Mission
    • Meet our Team
    • Annual Report
    • Employment Opportunities
  • What We Do
    • Current Projects
    • Integrated Water Management Plan
    • Blue River Habitat Restoration Project
    • Wildfire Ready Watersheds
    • Summit County Outdoor Coalition
    • Community Science
    • Swan River Restoration
    • Swan River: Native Cutthroat Preservation
    • Completed Projects
  • Support
    • How to Support Us
    • Blue River Legacy Giving
  • Events
    • Calendar of Events
    • Water Year Wrap-up
    • Blue River Festival
    • State of the Blue River
  • Blue River Beta
    • Links for flow and forecasts
    • Watershed Facts
    • Database of research
    • More Information
  • Blue River Maps