Executive Director, Nonprofit Leadership & Cultural Stewardship

Executive Director, Nonprofit Leadership & Cultural Stewardship

About the Company

Mission-driven land conservancy

Industry

Non-Profit Organization Management

Type

Privately Held

Employees

11-50

About the Role

The Company is seeking an Executive Director to serve as the chief executive and strategic leader, with a focus on advancing the organization's mission of cultural restoration, land stewardship, and community impact. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring that all programs, partnerships, and operations align with the organization's vision and long-term goals. This includes integrating cultural preservation, environmental stewardship, and community engagement into all aspects of the organization. The Executive Director will also oversee the organization's property, which is central to the land back movement, and will be involved in property management, gardening, and the development of cultural and environmental education programming.

Candidates for the Executive Director position should have a career track that includes responsible leadership experience in nonprofit, corporate, public sector, or tribal governance, with a proven track record in strategic planning, fundraising, and community engagement. A deep respect for and knowledge of the Tongva community and cultural memory is strongly desired, with lived experience or direct engagement being preferred. The role requires a sophisticated understanding of nonprofit finance, grant compliance, and risk management, as well as comprehensive knowledge of state and federal employment law. The Executive Director will be expected to lead a hybrid team, manage staff and contractors, and foster an inclusive and collaborative culture. A Master's degree or equivalent experience in a related field is required.

Travel Percent

Less than 10%

Functions

• CEO / President
• Non-Profit Management