What are the responsibilities and job description for the Executive Director position at Oregon Small Woodlands Association?

Job Description

WANTED – Executive Director

COMPANY DESCRIPTION : The Oregon Small Woodlands Association (OSWA) is on a mission to be an effective force in addressing statewide issues that are critical to family forestland owners by :

Educating and informing the owners of forest properties and the public regarding family forest management issues.
Providing a medium for the exchange of ideas about family forestland by landowners, the public, agencies, consultants, and timber industry personnel.
Serving as a forum to make recommendations for investigating and solving problems and improving forest management, harvesting, and marketing.
Representing the owners of family forestlands to the general public and before legislative bodies and regulatory agencies.

OSWA has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Executive Director to lead their organization!

POSITION DESCRIPTION : The Executive Director reports directly to the OSWA Executive Committee and is responsible for fulfilling the values of the organization : Stewardship∙

Advocacy

Fellowship

Education (SAFE) .

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

Manage all business operations, including the assets of the 501(c)(5) non-profit corporation

Provide leadership to chapters, members, and volunteers while promoting our values and mission

Identify and implement opportunities to increase membership and volunteers through our statewide chapters

Develop annual budgets and implement strategies to fund and promote the organization

Coordinate development and implementation of OSWA’s legislative agenda and lobbying efforts

Represent OSWA on multiple state-level committees, boards, and commissions related to private forest management, regulation, and taxation

Prepare and present testimony on behalf of OSWA and its members before the state legislature

Grow partnerships with other organizations and groups

Supervise front office staff

Other duties as assigned

JOB REQUIREMENTS : Your resume must reflect the following qualifications to be considered for this position :

Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience

Five (5) years of experience in a similar position or leadership role

Five (5) years of financial management experience, including developing, monitoring, and budgeting

Advanced proficiency utilizing MS Office 365, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Publisher

Proven oral and written communication skills

Demonstrated a high level of self-accountability in a fast-paced environment

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :

Background in forestry and natural resource management

Public or private professional writing experience (letters, reports, etc.)

Public speaking experience

SALARY / BENEFITS : $70,000.00 - $90,000.00 / yr, DOE / benefits package

NOTE : Employer conducts pre-employment criminal history background, reference, and credit checks

HOW TO APPLY :

Please email a cover letter (address qualifications for the position), resume, and three professional references (including current phone numbers) to recruiter@oswa.org by 5 : 00 pm on Friday, February 21, 2025. No phone calls, please.

EXPECTED START DATE : April 1, 2025

POSITION LOCATION : This position is in Salem, Oregon. (Work-from-home hours can be negotiated)

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY - EQUAL ACCESS

Oregon Small Woodlands Association is an equal-opportunity employer.

Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request for individuals with disabilities.

Language services for clients are provided free of charge.

Salary : $70,000 - $90,000

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