Job Openings

REPORTS TO:  Executive Director

PART-TIME:  Part-time (20 hours/week) with potential for growth

January 2, 2025

GENERAL OVERVIEW:

Barnstable Land Trust is a community-supported non-profit organization working to conserve land and natural resources in the Town of Barnstable and nearby areas.

Barnstable Land Trust has grown steadily over the past decade to meet increasingly diverse conservation needs. As organizational operations have expanded and become more complex, BLT seeks an individual with significant and successful management experience to join our highly competent and motivated team. BLT has grown to a team of 10 (2 FT/8PT) staff, owns 3 buildings (headquarters, education/stewardship barn, rental residence for staff/property caretakers) and owns/monitors 1,250 acres of conservation land. Candidates should have a strong belief in and support for land conservation.

The role reports to the Executive Director, works closely with senior staff and oversees the Office Manager. This position is part-time (20 hours/week) with potential for growth.

Barnstable Land Trust provides a supportive, creative, and motivating work environment. Our organization is in an exciting period of growth and looking to fill a critical position to enhance the organization’s momentum.

The Director of Operations will lead:

• Financial Operations, including developing budgets with staff; review of monthly financial reports tracking income and expenses; work with accountant and staff to revise as needed; oversee annual audit, and reporting to public agencies;

• Buildings and Facilities Management, including developing and implementing policies and coordinating with volunteers/vendors;

• Human Resources and Administration, including managing and review of organizational policies as needed; annual staff review process; team-building;

• Oversight of organizational calendar, meeting schedules/logistics, office space and equipment;

• Preparation of bimonthly Board meeting materials;

• Oversight of Office Manager/bookkeeper and manage contracts/vendors;

• Develop annual operations goals and work plans in alignment with BLT’s strategic plan;

• Maintain familiarity with BLT community programming, land acquisition efforts and land stewardship priorities and strategies;

• Project Management: supporting the Executive Director with strategic projects and initiatives;

• Other duties as assigned.

Position Qualifications:

• Significant experience managing one or more staff;

• Significant project management experience; strong communications skills;

• Familiarity with budgets and other small business operations;

• Excellent time management skills and ability to prioritize work and meet deadlines;

• Flexibility to adjust to new strategies, procedures, and tasks as the organization evolves;

• Reliability and discretion with sensitive information;

• Ability to work independently, managing projects from start to finish;

• Attention to detail and creative problem-solving skills;

• Proficiency with computer applications (MS Office, QuickBooks);

• Willingness to work a flexible schedule that may occasionally include weekends and/or evening events;

• Degree in related field or commensurate experience.

This position reports to the Executive Director. Flexible schedule for 20 hours per week with a combination of remote and in-office time; in office at least three days per week. Salary commensurate with experience ($40,000 - $50,000 for 20 hours).

Email cover letter and resume to Janet Milkman, Executive Director.

REPORTS TO:  Director of Development

PART-TIME:  Part-time (25-30 hours/week) with potential for growth

December 2024

GENERAL OVERVIEW:

Barnstable Land Trust is a community-supported non-profit organization working to conserve land and natural resources in the Town of Barnstable and nearby areas.

We seek a motivated and detail-oriented Development Coordinator to join our team. This position will work with the Director of Development to ensure the financial stability and growth of the organization. Candidates should have a strong belief in and support for land conservation. We are looking for an individual to assist in the planning and implementation of development strategies, from membership and major donor giving to land and stewardship campaigns. Self-motivation, flexibility, and the ability to build relationships are key to this role.

The role reports to the Director of Development and the department is also supported by a Development Associate. This position is part-time (25-30 hours) with potential for growth.

Barnstable Land Trust provides a supportive, creative, and motivating work environment. Our organization is in an exciting period of growth and looking to fill a critical position to enhance the organization’s momentum.

The Development Coordinator will:

• Collaborate with the Director of Development to implement fundraising strategy and goals for operations, capital needs and land acquisition;

• Partner with and support BLT’s leadership to prospect, solicit, and steward donors;

• Support the planning and execution of annual-giving appeals, membership drives and campaigns for land conservation and stewardship projects;

• Manage Donor Database, including donation tracking, membership, mailing lists, appeal/campaign specifics, and general best practices;

• Plan and execute events that maximize major donor, member stewardship and prospect cultivation opportunities;

• Help plan and design collateral, membership materials and development communications;

• Assist with grant research, writing and reporting as needed;

• Maintain familiarity with BLT community programming, land acquisition efforts and land stewardship priorities and strategies.

Position Qualifications:

• Interest and ability to interact with donors and prospects on the phone, by email and in person;

• Demonstrated ability to handle multiple, complex fundraising activities simultaneously in a fast-paced environment;

• Ability to work independently, managing projects from start to finish;

• Strong writing, interpersonal skills and event planning experience;

• Attention to detail and creative problem-solving skills;

• Proficiency with computer applications, including donor-database management (Little Green Light, Stripe, and MS Office preferred);

• Willingness to work a flexible schedule that may occasionally include weekends and/or evening events;

• Interest in growing within the role and the organization and a passion for the mission and goals of Barnstable Land Trust;

• Degree in related field or commensurate experience.

This position reports to the Director of Development. Flexible schedule for 25-30 hours per week with a combination of remote and in-office time. Salary commensurate with experience (up to $36,000 for 25 hours).

Email cover letter and resume to Kelsey Ellis, Director of Development.