Jobs==> Executive Director, The Nature Center at Shaker Lakes (Cleveland, Ohio)

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The Nature Center at Shaker Lakes, one of the Nation's most successful urban 
natural preserves with a rich tradition of environmental education and 
stewardship, seeks a dynamic, creative, committed Executive Director to work 
with the Board, Staff, and Community to carry out our mission and vision. 
Information about the Nature Center's mission, vision, programs, staff, 
board, and history can be found at www.shakerlakes.org.



Position Description



The Executive Director will be the Center's chief executive officer, 
responsible for carrying out its strategic plan and assuring the continued 
success and stability of the institution.  The successful candidate will 
have demonstrated an ability to inspire and lead a team-oriented staff, 
bring new and creative approaches to programming and fundraising, and 
communicate well with the Center's active board, local communities and 
fundraising sources.



Primary Responsibilities:



·        With the Board of Directors, staff, and community, develop and 
complete short and long range objectives to carry out the mission and 
support strategies of the Nature Center at Shaker Lakes.

·        Recruit, inspire, and supervise, the Center's staff.

·        In consultation with the Board of Directors, develop financial 
support initiatives and supervise the Center's development and grant 
personnel in pursuing sources of funding.

·        Serve as liaison, and cultivate cooperative relationships with 
environmental, educational, and community groups, nearby municipalities, and 
the public.

·        Lead the execution of the Nature Center's Natural Resources 
Management Plan, and increase sustainable practices for all aspects of the 
Nature Center.

·        Lead the development and effective delivery of dynamic and diverse 
educational programs.

·        Increase the visibility of the Nature Center in the scientific, 
educational, and general public community.

·        With the Board of Trustees and staff, develop and implement 
policies and procedures of the Nature Center, including financial, 
governance, and personnel.



Additional Responsibilities:



·        Develop long range plans for stewardship of natural areas and 
physical plant.

·        Work closely with Board president to increase board skills, 
committee effectiveness, and participation by Board in all Nature Center 
activities.

·        Carry out other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned by 
the Board.



Qualifications:



·         Demonstrated commitment to environmental issues/education, 
conservation and sustainability.

·        Ability to engage others in the Nature Center's vision and mission 
and to inspire action on behalf of the Nature Center.

·        Five plus years experience in a management position of an 
environmental or educational institution.

·         College degree in a related field.

·         Demonstrated strong management and communication skills.

·         Demonstrated ability to select, lead, develop, and motivate staff 
and volunteer resources.

·         Experience with strategic planning, administration, proposal 
writing and fundraising, staff and volunteer management, and environmental 
education.

·         Creative thinker and active outdoors person.



Compensation and Start Date



Salary will be competitive, based on experience and qualifications, with a 
full benefits package.  The position is full-time.  Target start date is 
January, 2009.



How to Apply



Send resume including at least three references with a cover letter 
describing your qualifications to NCSL Search Committee, P.O. Box 181583, 
Cleveland, Ohio 44118, or to search@shakerlakes.org.  The cover letter or 
attachment should specifically address your qualifications in each of the 
areas outlined in the job description.  Applications will be accepted 
beginning September 8, 2008. The Nature Center at Shaker Lakes is an equal 
opportunity employer. Please, no phone calls.


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