Regional Director - Western Washington

The Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation, a non-profit, wildlife habitat conservation organization, seeks a performance-motivated team player with strong interpersonal skills to engage and manage volunteer activities, event fundraising and mission granting program oversight in Western Washington. At RMEF, we make our passion our career through pursuit of the organization’s conservation mission. We offer a competitive compensation and benefit package. Knowledge and support of RMEF’s mission is required. Bachelor of Science equivalent degree and five years of experience in business, fundraising and volunteer management required. Pro-hunting values are critical. Extensive weekday and weekend travel required. RMEF is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer M/F/D/V.

This position is remote but requires you to live in Western Washington.

Summary:

Field Operations is the primary fundraising structure of the RMEF. Regional directors oversee local volunteer chapters in organizing fundraising events, primarily banquets and other event activities, to support the continued operation of RMEF and finance elk and wildlife conservation projects. In addition to event-based fundraising, regional directors should work within their region on volunteer recruitment, retention, and training. Regional directors in designated elk states serve as the chair of their respective state project advisory committee from which conservation project recommendations are developed for RMEF funding.

Essential Functions:

1. Establish RMEF fundraising chapter committees comprised of local volunteers.
2. Organize, guide, and assist chapter committees with the planning, organization, and execution of successful fundraising events, including big game banquets, to meet annual goals.
3. Collaborate with key RMEF volunteers, including regional, state and chapter chairs, to assist in the identification and formation of new chapters and planning and execution of fundraising events.
4. Utilize regional and state chairs to ensure volunteer compliance with RMEF operating and financial policies and reporting procedures.
5. Personally solicit and/or work closely with chapter volunteers to secure event sponsorships in support of big game banquets and other fundraising events.
6. Prepare annual fundraising income projections and operating expense budget proposals.
7. Maintain professional relationships with state wildlife agencies, federal wildlife and land management agencies, university wildlife departments and non-governmental conservation organizations, sportsmen’s groups, and outfitter/guide associations within assigned region.
8. Serve as chair of RMEF state project advisory committee within assigned region to coordinate the recommendation of conservation projects for RMEF funding.
9. Promote the goals, and mission accomplishments of RMEF through the media and public speaking engagements, as assigned.
10. Represent the RMEF at various meetings, functions, and public relations opportunities, as assigned.
11. Submit news items concerning RMEF activities to the appropriate RMEF communications staff.
12. Respond to inquiries about RMEF activities and programs within assigned region.
13. Maintain all records and submit reports/paperwork as required by the director of field operations.
14. Ensure compliance with state non-profit and charitable fundraising laws and requirements, including but not limited to, raffles, drawings, games, or other fundraising situations.
15. Keep the director of field operations fully informed on all pertinent matters within assigned region.
16. Responsible for working with key volunteers in establishing a state leadership team and together formulating and following a state action plan annually, as well as conducting an annual volunteer training workshop and recognition program.
17. Oversee the state leadership team, supervise the process of soliciting, reviewing, and recommending approvals for the hunting heritage granting program.

Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s or equivalent degree in Business, Marketing, Fundraising, Communications, or related field preferred, and minimum of five years additional experience required. Prior experience working with volunteers and fundraising preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

1. Thorough knowledge and support of the RMEF’s mission, goals, organizational structure, and activities, including biological, social, and political elements that shape them, and the ability to promote them. Inclusive understanding about hunting and the key role it plays in relation to wildlife management and conservation.
2. Must possess excellent people skills and be able to develop effective relationships with a wide variety of individuals.
3. Must be a self-starter with excellent organizational skills and be able to direct and motivate volunteers.
4. Must be able to identify future chapter opportunities and recruit volunteers to capitalize on these opportunities to grow the number of chapters and volunteers within the region.
5. Proficient in annual fundraising income projections and operating expense budgets.
6. Must be able to work cooperatively with wildlife and land management professionals in government agencies and non-governmental entities.
7. Proficiency in web-based software platforms and office computer programs, such as Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, is required.
8. Must have excellent communication skills both verbally and written. Must be able to speak to large groups of people.
9. Must have the ability to work independently without frequent, direct supervision and to remain focused on goals while also supporting the regional team when needed.
10. Must have the ability to work in and foster a team-oriented environment.
11. Must have the ability to resolve conflict and be flexible with changing priorities, and able to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
12. Ability to travel extensively and work flexible hours.

RMEF Salary & Benefits:

Starting salary is $69,000 a year depending on experience. Regional Directors may qualify for a bonus in addition to their annual salary if they achieve all goals that are set for their profit center and are employed for a full calendar year. Eligibility is also dependent on achieving performance requirements outlined in the job description, as well as adherence to organizational and department policies and procedures. Bonuses will be paid by the end of the first quarter of the next calendar year.

1. Health (including prescription coverage), Dental, & Vision insurance

2. Medical Savings Account: The Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Medical Spending Account is available to eligible employees.

3. Retirement 403 (b) Plan: RMEF currently matches up to 5% of an employee’s contribution to the 403(b) plan for eligible employees. Employees may participate immediately and are vested immediately. RMEF also offers pretax 403(b) and Roth 403(b) options.

4. Paid Time Off: PTO starts accruing immediately at a rate of 4.92 hours per payday for fulltime eligible employees and goes up with years of employment,

5. Extended Illness Bank: EIB starts accruing immediately at a rate of 4.92 hours per payday for fulltime, eligible employees. This leave can be used immediately. EIB accruals cap at 240 hours,

6. Paid Holidays (nine days)

7. Employee Assistance Program

8. Life Insurance Coverage

9. Short Term/Long Term Disability

Additional Responsibilities:

Perform other duties as required.

Physical Demands:

Frequent travel is required on weekdays and weekends. Must also be able to work any day of the week, including weekends. Must be able to work late at night (often until after midnight). Must be capable of sitting for long periods in a car or airplane. Must be able to work at a computer terminal for extended periods, stand for intervals of 2-6 hours and lift heavy items up to 50 lbs.

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of the job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of essential functions, responsibilities or requirements.