Executive Director

Quote From Retiring Executive Director: “It has been a lot of fun and a lot of hard work, but the most rewarding job available if you want to work with and support the agriculture industry.  The board members are all down to earth, hardworking people.  The Districts are certainly a leader in the natural resource and agriculture sector locally and statewide.  The Districts are implementing very exciting rangeland, water quantity & quality, and forestry projects.  There is a great staff on board ready to help ensure a successful transition.  I look forward to the next Exec. Director building upon the Districts current successes.”  Callie Scrtichfield

Background:

The White River and Douglas Creek Conservation Districts (Districts) are political subdivisions of the State of Colorado, made up of locally elected officials whose special expertise is to provide leadership in the wise use of natural resources within the Districts’ boundaries. The Districts’ authorities, power, and structure are contained in the Colorado Revised Statutes, Title 35, Article 70.

Reporting to the two Boards of Directors (Boards), the Executive Director provides overall leadership for the daily operations of the Districts including budgeting; financial management and reporting; coaching, mentoring, and developing staff; and human resources. The Executive Director also plays a critically important external leadership role with ultimate responsibility for effective governance, financial stability, Board relations and development, resource development, and advocacy on behalf of the organization.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:  The Executive Director reports to the Districts’ Personnel Committee and is responsible for the organization’s consistent achievement of its mission through the following essential functions.

• Administration and Program Development: The Executive Director has overall responsibility for the day-to-day operations of the Districts, working with staff to develop, maintain, and use systems and resources that facilitate the effective operation of the Districts to consistently implement the Long Range Plan (Strategic Plan).
• Financial Management (Budget): Ensure resources are managed wisely, and the Districts’ strategic plan and goals serve as the basis for sound financial management to protect the Districts’ assets.
• Planning: Preparing for the future is one of the most critical leadership responsibilities of the Executive Director. Working with the Boards, the Executive Director must develop a shared vision for the future of the Districts, build understanding around the mission, and develop appropriate goals and strategies to advance that mission.
• Fundraising: The Executive Director, in partnership with the Boards and appropriate staff, is responsible for developing and implementing fundraising systems and strategies that enable the Districts to meet their financial development goals and carry out its programs and operations.
• Board Relations: The Executive Director and the Boards form the leadership team of the Districts with each drawing upon their own unique strengths and abilities. The Executive Director and Boards have joint responsibility for developing and maintaining a strong working relationship and a system for sharing information that enables the Boards to effectively carry out its governance role.
• Communications/Public Relations: The Executive Director serves as a primary spokesperson and public face for the Districts by effectively promoting the Districts, advocating for the mission and work of the Districts, and building relationships with constituent and stakeholder groups critical to success.

Please visit www.whiterivercd.com for job description, requirements, and more information. Contact current Executive Director, Callie Scritchfield, at 970-878-9838 with any questions. Position is open until filled. Please submit application package to callie.districts@gmail.com.