Chief Executive Officer

Desired Skills/Duties:

Maintain and enhance the public relations of conservation districts:
Implementation of OFSWCD policy at state and federal levels
Development of strong working relationship with legislators, agencies, non-governmental organizations, businesses, and other interested parties in natural resource conservation.
Conservation District Advocacy Administration and Financial Management
Office administration and management Personnel supervision and employee development
Grant acquisition and management Budget management Fundraising oversight
Communications with OFSWCD Board, individual SWCD leadership, Conservation partnership leadership, and other partners.
Assist with OFSWCD event planning, including Annual Conservation Partnership Meeting, Summer Supervisors School, and other events as developed.
Implementation of OFSWCD strategic plan and workload agreements.

QUALIFICATIONS

Experience in management
Communications excellent written, verbal and computer skills
Self-Motivation
Knowledge of agriculture, urban conservation and natural resources conservation on private lands
Legislative Knowledge
Vision and Leadership Skills
Exceptional Organizational Skills
ability to coordinate and facilitate large and small meetings
Ability to organize and manage office office administration
Familiar with 501(c)(3) rules and guidelines
Knowledge of budget management
Ability to manage and direct volunteer programs

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Night, limited weekend, and after hours work
Statewide travel with limited out of state travel Use of personal auto on the job with mileage reimbursement
Valid Driver's License
Background Check and Drug Screening required