Executive Director

About Frenchman Bay ConservancyFrenchman Bay Conservancy is a nationally accredited nonprofit land trust dedicated to conserving and stewarding the distinctive landscapes, ecosystems, and working lands of Downeast Maine. Since its founding in 1987, FBC has protected more than 25,000 acres across eastern Hancock County, including forests, wetlands, shorelines, and working waterfronts. Through conservation, stewardship, and community engagement, FBC works to ensure these lands and waters support both ecological health and local livelihoods, fostering lasting connections between people and placeRole DescriptionFrenchman Bay Conservancy (FBC) seeks a dynamic and strategic Executive Director to lead one of Maine’s premier land trusts. Following a successful capital campaign and strategic planning process that have strengthened FBC’s financial position and expanded its impact, the organization is poised for thoughtful growth and even deeper community engagement. The next Executive Director will build on this momentum—guiding FBC to advance its mission while sustaining the trust, partnerships, and stewardship that define its work.Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership & Organizational AdvancementPartner with the Board and senior staff to implement FBC’s strategic plan, set organizational priorities, and evaluate progressBalance organizational growth with mission alignment, community needs, and long-term sustainabilityProvide clear, forward-looking leadership that integrates diverse perspectives into actionable plansFundraising & External RelationsOversee major fundraising efforts, including principal and major six-figure and higher gifts, foundations, and public fundingServe as an ambassador for FBC, strengthening relationships with donors, partners, and community stakeholdersBuild and sustain FBC’s reputation as a trusted, collaborative conservation leaderOperations & Financial ManagementEnsure strong financial stewardship, including budgeting, reporting, cash flow and long-term financial planningOversee organizational operations, compliance, and risk managementMaintain the systems and discipline needed to support a growing and complex organizationTeam Leadership & Organizational CultureLead, support, and develop a high-performing staff, including a strong senior leadership teamFoster a collaborative, inclusive, and mission-driven cultureConnect and align staff and board to ensure clarity, accountability, and shared purposeBoard Partnership & GovernanceMaintain a strong, transparent partnership with the Board and Board leadershipSupport board development, engagement, and effective governance practicesProvides information, reports and support for Board decision makingCollaborate with board members on strategic initiatives and fundraisingCommunity Engagement & Conservation LeadershipBuild authentic relationships across diverse communities, including local residents and working waterfront stakeholdersStrengthen partnerships with conservation organizations, government agencies, and regional leadersGuide high-level decision-making on land conservation priorities in alignment with organizational capacity and missionEmbrace the complexity and uniqueness of place-based work, including a willingness to deeply engage with trails, rivers, bogs, beaches and the people who care about themRequired Qualifications Proven senior management experience leading a nonprofit entity 8–10+ years managing team and organizational operations, experience providing direct staff supervision Demonstrated success in private and institutional fundraising, including six and seven-figure gifts, and donor relationship managementExperience overseeing nonprofit budgets, financial planning, and organizational performanceStrong verbal and written communication skills, including public speaking, and stakeholder engagementExperience working effectively with a board of directorsPreferred Qualifications Significant experience in land conservation, environmental nonprofit work, or a related fieldFamiliarity with rural communities, Indigenous populations or other underrepresented groups, and place-based workUnderstanding of land trust operations, stewardship, and/or conservation financeExperience leading organizations through growth or strategic transitionExperience overseeing grant applications and procuring funding from foundations, corporations and government agencies.Experience with social media to drive engagement and fundraising a plusTo learn more about this position, visit our website: https://frenchmanbay.org/job-opportunities/