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Description
Earth Advantage Inc., a non profit corporation, has immediate need for an Executive Director to manage and strategically advance the organization. The Earth Advantage program provides green building standards, design and installation assistance, education & training, and home certification to single and multi-family homebuilders, remodelers, and the manufactured homes industry on a fee-for-service basis. Earth Advantage also provides outreach and education to home buyers and the public. The program is well established with over 120 builders, remodelers, and sponsors throughout Oregon and Southwest Washington.
The Executive Director will be responsible for managing all aspects of the organization including financial, development, marketing, staffing, and managing relationships with home builders, product sponsors, and donors. Proven leadership, strategic thinking, and decision making skills in addition to solid business skills are essential. Superior interpersonal and communication skills are necessary.
Primary Qualifications
* Interest in and passion for green building and environmental responsibility
* Prior experience as an Executive Director, Development Director or the number two role in a nonprofit organization, including during start-up phase, is preferred
* Excellent marketing and fundraising skills, preferably with contacts in the home building, green products, and/ or electric and gas utility sectors
* Familiarity with government grant sources for residential green building
* Demonstrated ability to manage budget in excess of $1M+/year
* Bachelors degree and minimum 5-8 years professional experience preferred
Compensation: Earth Advantage, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and offers a competitive compensation package.