What are the responsibilities and job description for the Executive Director position at Chaco Culture Conservancy?
Chaco Culture Conservancy seeks a dynamic, motivated Executive Director to lead the organization into its next chapter of growth, impact, and partnership.
This is a unique opportunity to lead a park partner organization that is in its developmental years, and to contribute to the stewardship of New Mexico’s public lands.
The Chaco Culture Conservancy provides philanthropic support to Chaco Culture National Historical Park and Aztec Ruins National Monument. The Executive Director oversees the organization, executes the organization’s mission, ensures that annual goals are met, and collaborates closely with the board of directors and the parks Superintendent. While the board of directors provides hands-on support, the Executive Director is responsible for all activities of the organization, including development, fundraising, donor cultivation, planning, and administration. This position drives the Conservancy’s philanthropic efforts, grows and maintains relationships with donors and Friends, and represents the Conservancy in the surrounding communities, with the National Park Service, and in other national work.
The Conservancy seeks applicants who are passionate about preserving public lands, can demonstrate excellent people management, collaboration, and relationship building skills, are disciplined to work remotely, and have exceptional oral and written communication skills. A critical responsibility of this role is maintaining the organizations financial health. This position requires skill and experience in fundraising through grants, events, marketing, and solicitation of individuals, businesses, and foundations. This position requires a vehicle and stable home internet service.
Location
This position will work remotely from home; however, individual should be located within reasonable driving distance of Chaco Culture National Historical Park and Aztec Ruins National Monument, since this position will require travel into the parks and surrounding regions multiple times per year.
Compensation
This is a part-time (32 hours/week) position. On occasion, work may occur on weekends or evenings and will include travel to conferences. The anticipated annual salary range for this position is $60,000-$70,000, commensurate with experience.
The Chaco Culture Conservancy offers a benefits package that includes paid holidays, paid time off, and paid sick leave.
Final candidates will be subject to a background check.
Start Date
June 2025
To Apply
Email contact@chacoculture.org. Applications should include a resume and a cover letter describing your qualifications that match the position criteria and what you will bring to the role.
Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis, and we encourage applicants to submit materials immediately. The application period will close on April 14, 2025.
For More Information
More information about the Chaco Culture Conservancy can be found at www.chacoculture.org.
For additional information, please contact Olivia Thomsen, Executive Director, at director@chacoculture.org
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $60,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year
Expected hours: 32 per week
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
Application Question(s):
- Are you located within reasonable driving distance of the parks (~200 miles), or willing to relocate?
Willingness to travel:
- 25% (Required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Aztec, NM 87410
Salary : $60,000 - $70,000