We are no longer accepting applications for this position. Thank you for your interest.
AASHE Seeks Executive Director
Yes, you read correctly. AASHE must - reluctantly to be sure - find a replacement for Executive Director Judy Walton. Judy has done a tremendous job with EFS West and AASHE under challenging circumstances (like little or no money at times!) She has done this with tremendous grace, poise, passion and commitment and the EFS movement and AASHE are all the better for it. Judy told us three years ago that she would help out for a short time in the ED role but that she didn't wish to remain ED long-term (her passion lies in other roles). So we honor her to respect that wish. Her shoes, however, will be very hard to fill!
AASHE is a financially sound and growing organization, and we're looking for the right person to ensure its continued successful growth and service to the campus sustainability community. Please see the job advertisement and job description below. Instructions for applying are included in the advertisement.
Job Advertisement
The Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education (AASHE) seeks an Executive Director to direct its operations and programs and provide dynamic leadership. This is a unique opportunity to help shape a new and vibrant higher education organization with tremendous growth potential. Position is available starting October 2006.
Position Title
Executive Director (full time)
Available
October/November 2006
Office Location
AASHE is headquartered in Portland, OR, but the office can move to another city. A home office or shared space with another organization is desired.
Summary
Responsible for the leadership and management of a rapidly growing, North American higher education association, including day-to-day operations, fundraising, communications, and programs. The Executive Director reports to the Board of Directors and manages one full-time employee and a part-time bookkeeper. Funds are available to hire another part-time staff person.
Qualifications
Required
- Previous leadership role in a multi-dimensional organization.
- Ability to run all aspects of a growing nonprofit organization, including budgeting, program development, marketing and public relations.
- Sound management skills.
- Experience working with a board of directors and advisory councils.
- Demonstrated track record in fundraising and membership development.
- Success in developing and implementing business and strategic plans, and adhering to a vision based on the mission and strategic plan.
- Experience in event planning (workshops and conferences) and educational program delivery.
- Knowledge of sustainability concepts and the dynamics of working with higher education institutions.
- Outstanding communications skills, especially in writing, public speaking, and interpersonal and cross-cultural communication.
- Ability to build collaborative and collegial relationships, with demonstrated success in partnering.
- Strong organizational and time management skills, including ability to meet deadlines and create long-term plans.
- Willingness to travel within the U.S. or Canada for meetings and programs.
- Ability to work with volunteer board members, advisors, and others located across the U.S. and Canada.
- Ability to work with, motivate, and build positive relationships with staff located in remote offices.
- High level of competence in use of computers, including internet, word processing, spreadsheets, databases, web design, and electronic communications.
- Advanced degree in any discipline or at least five years of successful experience as a director or administrator of a growing organization.
Desired
- Previous experience working in higher education as faculty or in an administrative or leadership capacity (including with a higher education association).
- Personal commitment to sustainability, including resource conservation, diversity, social justice, and healthy communities.
- Previous experience collaborating with coalitions and/or multiple stakeholder groups.
- Entrepreneurial, self-directed, mid-career professionals are especially encouraged to apply.
Compensation
Starting salary range for this position is between $45,000 and $55,000 depending on experience, training, and demonstrated abilities. Health and other benefits can be negotiated.
Job Description
A detailed job description can be found online at: http://www.aashe.org/highlights/ed_description.php
How to Apply
Submit a cover letter addressed to the Search Committee Chair, a resume, and a list of three references. Email all three as Word attachments to: search@aashe.org
No phone calls please.
Review of applications begins on September 1, 2006 and will continue until the position is filled.
AASHE is an equal-opportunity employer and seeks to promote diversity through its hiring decisions.
Organizational Summary
Founded in 2005 and based in Portland, Oregon, AASHE is an association of colleges and universities working to advance sustainability in higher education in the U.S. and Canada. Its mission is to promote sustainability in all sectors of higher education - from governance and operations to curriculum and outreach - through education, communication, research and professional development. Businesses, NGO's, and government agencies participate as AASHE partner members. The association also provides a professional home for campus sustainability coordinators and directors. AASHE defines sustainability in an inclusive way, encompassing human and ecological health, social justice, secure livelihoods, and a better world for all generations. AASHE is a member-based and member-driven 501(c)(3) organization. Membership covers every individual at an institution.
For more information about AASHE please see www.aashe.org