Executive Director

NORTHWEST STRAITS FOUNDATION - PARTNERS IN MARINE CONSERVATION

The Northwest Straits Foundation (NWSF) is a regional marine conservation nonprofit that has spent over two decades restoring and protecting the Salish Sea through alliances with tribal nations, agencies, organizations, and donors to sustain one of the most ecologically vital and beautiful places in the Pacific Northwest. Through collaborative conservation, science-based restoration, derelict gear removal, and scholarships for emerging environmental advocates, the Foundation works every day to ensure these waters remain healthy for the communities, species, and future generations that depend on the Salish Sea. 

Learn more about the Northwest Straits Foundation here: Homepage - Northwest Straits Foundation

Executive Director Opportunity

This is a unique opportunity to lead a well-known and nationally recognized marine conservation organization. The incoming Executive Director will build visibility, grow and diversify funding, and deepen the community partnerships that sustain its mission and work, all while supporting the talented staff and partners who define us. This is a meaningful opportunity for a visionary, collaborative, grassroots leader who shares our vision and commitment for a vibrant and healthy Salish Sea.  The Executive Director will achieve success by building on an already high-functioning organization to expand the scope and scale of our programs.

 The ED holds responsibility for organizational strategy, fundraising, board engagement, operational excellence, and cultural health, serving as NWSF’s strategic voice, and external and internal champion. Day-to-day program management rests with a capable and trusted team.

The preferred candidate will bring a broad perspective, vision, and the ability to translate strategic goals into actionable plans. Building upon our legacy requires someone adept at fostering collaboration among diverse stakeholders, driving community engagement, and understanding the intricacies of nonprofit management, particularly within the marine conservation sector.

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Featured

yes

Expirationdate

2026-09-08 00:00:00

Url

https://impactopportunity.org/job/8848/executive-director/

Remote

hybrid

Salaryfrom

115000

Salaryto

135000

Companydescription

The Valtas Group provides interim leadership, executive search, and board advisory services for nonprofits in transition.

Companywebsite

https://valtasgroup.com/our-executive-search-team/

Companylocation

Bellevue, WA, USA