Executive Director

Western Leaders Network seeks a full-time Executive Director to guide our network of local, tribal, and state elected officials across eleven states.

Preference for an individual based in one of the eight Interior West states: Arizona, Colorado, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, Utah, or Wyoming. WLN is incorporated in Durango, Colorado. Position will remain open until filled.

Our work is focused on engaging current and former elected officials to advance energy transition, clean air and water initiatives, and protect democracy.

The Executive Director provides the vision and guidance to advance all aspects of the organization. The Executive Director must have strong management and administration skills and a commitment to excellence in fundraising.

A significant role for the Executive Director is providing the strategic vision and campaign oversight for our support network and conservation agenda. The ideal candidate is a current or former elected official, has broad experience in nonprofit management and fundraising, climate change, community resilience, energy, public lands, and water, and is knowledgeable about administrative, legislative, and legal avenues to advance network development and campaign goals. Read the full job description at: https://www.westernleaders.org/careers.