Executive Director

About the role

Baltimore Green Space is seeking a mission-driven Executive Director to lead its next phase of growth and impact. The organization enjoys a strong reputation among foundation, federal, state and city funders and is poised for growth.

Responsibilities

• Direct day-to-day operations including office routines and maintenance of required records and documents
• Establish clear lines of responsibility with staff members
• Ensure clear communication regarding follow-up and deliverables
• Hire and develop new staff members
• Oversee all programs and volunteer activities
• Oversee grants management including administration and reporting
• Act as promoter-in-chief for Baltimore Green Space, be our storyteller
• Work in concert with the board on long-range planning
• Continue land acquisition and improvement in partnership with key supporters including private foundations, Baltimore City government, the National Fish & Wildlife Service and EPA
• Deepen our partnership with the Baltimore City Department of Housing and Community Development
• Guide our forest research partnerships with area university investigators
• Prioritize underserved communities in new acquisitions and programming
• Build our individual giving, particularly engaging with large donors and fostering major gifts
• Lead the pursuit of foundation and governmental funding, including grant writing and submission
• Work with staff and board committees to develop the annual operating budget for board approval
• Maintain a working understanding of financial documents, including budgets, cash flow, income statements and balance statements
• Oversee creation of 990 tax returns, audits, and compliance
• Communicate effectively with the Board
• Develop, maintain, and support a strong Board of Directors
• Lead Land Transaction, Fundraising and Outreach committees with board members / volunteers
• Lead long-range strategic planning with the board

Qualifications

• At least 7-10 years’ experience in a nonprofit or mission-driven setting, with at least 3 years in a senior leadership role
• Demonstrated experience managing organization budgets
• Prior experience managing direct reports
• Experience with people management and integration of new hires into a team
• Demonstrated fundraising and relationship management skills
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Knowledge of grant writing, management and reporting
• Bachelor or above level degree in a relevant field
• PREFERRED: Experience in community development, land use, environmental fields; familiarity with Baltimore City

Compensation

Salary range: $100,000 - $130,000 | Benefits: A comprehensive benefits package will be provided and includes health insurance, retirement contributions, paid time off