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Executive Director

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Sectors Sustainability, Climate, CSR, EMS
Location Colorado - America North
Type Fixed Term and Permanent Roles
Status Full Time
Level Board & Executives
Deadline 25/10/2011
Company Name Aspen Center for Environmental Studies
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IMPORTANT:  This Advertiser has requested that applicants MUST be National Residents / Valid Work Permit-holders.  Other applicants need not apply.

 

The Aspen Center for Environmental Studies (ACES), a nationally recognized leader in environmental education for people of all ages, seeks an Executive Director (ED) to serve as a chief executive to lead ACES’ growing organization and operations. Based in Aspen Colorado, ACES provides classroom and field-based environmental education, naturalist led programs and hikes, and public forums and lecture series. ACES’ four sites provide wildlife habitat and a crucial venue for restoration projects, sustainable agriculture, and environmental stewardship through direct experience.

ACES is looking for an energetic and visionary leader with the management skills and experience to guide and grow the organization as it refines and increases programming activities and presence across four sites in the Roaring Fork Valley. The ED will report to the board, be in charge of all positions within the organization and work closely with and complement ACES’ Lead Ecologist.  Desired traits include: proven fundraising ability, collaborative and partnership building skills, excellent communication and outreach skills, organizational and management talent, an ability to inspire and empower others inside and outside the organization, a love for environmental education and the outdoors, and a respect for ACES’ culture and family atmosphere. Corporate/executive background or relevant management and implementation experience in a growing organization is preferred. The ability and desire to live in a mountain town at 8,000 feet is essential.

The ideal candidate will have at least 10 years of relevant experience and the desire to lead and grow an organization that can make a difference in the lives of others.

Requirements – Candidates should have proven success in:
•    Directing an organization, business, program or department (executive-level experience preferred);
•    Raising Funds;
•    Executing a discrete vision and/or long term plan;
•    Effectively growing an organization or business;
•    Empowering staff and managing teams;
•    Training, supervising, and evaluating a large staff,

Please send cover letter, resume, 3 references, and a one page letter explaining why you would like to be the Executive Director of ACES to  directorsearch@aspennature.org by October 25, 2011.

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