Executive Director, Martis Camp Foundation (MCF)

Job Description

Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY :

The Executive Director of the Martis Camp Foundation (MCF) is the professional leader of the organization reporting to the Martis Camp Foundation Board of Directors while also maintaining a collegial and professional relationship with Martis Camp leadership. The Executive Director is the public face of the Foundation partnering with local nonprofit and community leaders to deliver positive change within the Truckee / North Tahoe area.  The Executive Director will lead all strategy, fundraising campaigns, events, direct solicitations and communications on behalf of the Board to the Martis Camp Membership .

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Lead all fundraising efforts, including annual campaigns, direct solicitations, and the signature summer auction / gala.
• Cultivate relationships with donors, nonprofits, and community stakeholders.
• Oversee grant-making and scholarship programs with strategic insight and compassion.
• Represent MCF at Martis Camp events and in the broader Truckee / North Tahoe community.
• Manage communications, marketing, and stewardship efforts to elevate MCF’s visibility and impact.
• Ensure sound fiscal management and operational excellence.
• Partner with the Board of Directors to shape long-term strategy and governance.
• Maintain and update the Foundation’s website and outreach materials.
• Attend community events and selectively support local nonprofits with strategic guidance.
• Prepare meeting agendas, minutes, and reports for Board and committee meetings.
• Approve expenditures within delegated authority and ensure compliance with financial reporting requirements.
• Support Board development, orientation, and strategic planning efforts.
• Monitor grant and scholarship programs to ensure compliance and impact reporting.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS QUALIFICATIONS :

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, CERTIFICATIONS, AND LICENSES :

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :

LEADERSHIP PROFILE

Professional, self-motivated leader with 5-10 years experience in professional fundraising and exposure to nonprofits. Candidate must have excellent planning and strategic thinking skills. He / She must have excellent written and oral communication skills to build connections to the Martis Camp membership and larger community. ED must be comfortable in all social situations when representing the Foundation. The ED must have a charismatic and outgoing personality to engage both the membership and the greater community. ED must have prior experience matching donor priorities with giving opportunities and must have a working knowledge of giving vehicles to leverage (ie : DAFs, family foundations, etc.). Bachelor's degree required. The job is heavily weighted to the busy summer months (mid June to mid August) at Martis Camp. Having excellent golf, racquet sports and / or skiing skills is a bonus.

The MCF Executive Director will report directly to the Chair of the Martis Camp Foundation and be guided in their work by the MCF Board of Directors. Under the guidance of the Board of Directors of the Martis Camp Foundation, the Executive Director will manage all aspects of the MCF as set forth below.

Have a demonstrated success in fundraising

II. Community Grant-Making & College Scholarship Administration, Ambassador Scholarship Administration and Program Planning

III. Community Relations & Outreach

IV. Fiscal Management

V. Board Operations, Governance and Development

information, guidance and recommendations to accomplish the strategic goals of the MCF

accurate manner, all information necessary for the Board to function properly and to make informed decisions

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