Seeking Development Director

Location: Ashland, Oregon

Type: Full time/exempt position

Salary Range: $70-90,000 depending on experience

the opportunity

Join a dynamic, committed, creative team safeguarding vital landscapes in one of the most biodiverse regions in Oregon. We are seeking an experienced Development Director to build on Southern Oregon Land Conservancy’s steady growth and significant opportunities to expand permanent land conservation and community engagement. This position is based in the scenic and vibrant small city of Ashland. Southern Oregon Land Conservancy (SOLC) conserves and enhances land in the Rogue River region to sustain our human and natural communities forever. SOLC is the oldest regional land trust in the state, currently managing nearly 14,000 acres of protected forests, farms, and natural, undeveloped landscapes through conservation easements and stewardship of a small but growing portfolio of owned preserves.

As Development Director you’ll lead a team of three, amplifying SOLC’s voice and impact, conducting fundraising campaigns, events, publications, and outreach. You’ll work with the SOLC staff, board and volunteers to continue expanding our portfolio of protected lands and growing field education and stewardship programs. A successful Development Director will be a compelling storyteller, in person, in print and in media. They will understand the motivations for giving and engagement, and will cultivate lasting relationships with both current and next-generation supporters. They will be an accomplished leader who brings out the best in their team and fosters a supportive, motivating, collaborative workplace.

SOLC seeks candidates who support our mission and values as well as respect and promote excellence through Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (JEDI). SOLC is committed to centering JEDI in our organization and community involvement, striving to expand opportunities and create a welcoming environment for people of all races, genders, cultures, abilities or other backgrounds, identities, and life experiences. (See our JEDI Vision Statement for more information). Candidates who are Bilingual/Bicultural in Spanish language are strongly encouraged to apply.

BENEFITS

SOLC offers employer paid health insurance, SIMPLE IRA match contribution, paid annual leave, holidays, and sick leave. Our work is based in the Rogue River basin and Klamath-Siskiyou ecosystem, so you’ll have access to outstanding all-season outdoor recreation, wine, food and world class theater.

tO APPLY

Please see the detailed position description and send a cover letter and resume to info@landconserve.org  or mail to: PO Box 954, Ashland, OR 97520

SOLC is an equal opportunity employer, making employment decisions without regard for race, color, religion, national origin or ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.