POST is one of the nation's most dynamic and successful local land trusts, and over its 31-year history has protected more than 63,000 acres of open space along Skyline Ridge, the San Francisco Peninsula, the Santa Cruz Mountain range and along the San Mateo County Coast.
Peninsula Open Space Trust, a pre-eminent local land trust located in downtown Palo Alto, is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from people of under-represented groups who will contribute to the diversity of its staff. POST offers competitive salaries with excellent benefit packages. Please send résumé (email preferred), a writing sample and cover letter outlining your interest in POST's mission to:
Nancy Wolowski
Director of Administration
Peninsula Open Space Trust
222 High Street
Palo Alto, CA 94301
E-mail: hr@openspacetrust.org
Fax: (650) 854-7703
The Director of Capital Gifts is a lead field fundraiser and responsible for implementing a major and capital gifts program to raise approximately $20 million a year in support of an exciting land conservation initiative in the greater Silicon Valley region. This position reports to our Vice President, Advancement.
Major and Capital Gift Solicitation (80%)
Cultivate a portfolio of 100-150 major gift prospects. Solicit gifts of $100,000 or more to support land acquisition efforts and other capital gift needs.
Supervise major gifts team including senior major gift officer, associate major gift officer and development associate.
Set individual donor strategies and ensure adequate staff support for board members, other volunteers, and executive staff involved in solicitation process.
Campaign Planning and Program Management (20%)
Work with the Vice President for Advancement to develop goals, strategies and funding opportunities for major campaign to support regional conservation efforts. Develop and implement strategies to raise a nucleus fund and to identify and cultivate new high net-worth donors.
Coordinate with Annual Giving Manager, Director of Planned Giving, and Director of Communications to facilitate bridge between these programs and major gifts.
Manage Capital and Campaign budgets. Prepare quarterly budget status reports.
Oversee Development Associate in implementation of stewardship/cultivation events, prospect research and pledge reminder process.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Five or more years experience fund raising for nonprofit organization, including two years of major gift work involving successful solicitations of gifts of $100,000 or more. Experience in campaign fundraising preferred.
Demonstrated ability to manage and inspire a team, staff complex programs, prepare and manage budgets. Knowledge of annual giving and planned giving preferred.
Ability to set strategic direction, goals and plans.
Experience with working with Board members, volunteers and high-end prospects.
Excellent writing, public speaking, and interpersonal skills.
Interest and passion for land conservation work.
Desire to work in a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must be able to walk and hike
Must be able to drive, with valid California Driver’s License
Must be able to lift 20 pounds
Chief Financial Officer (Part-Time)
We are seeking a Chief Financial Officer to be responsible for finance, accounting, and budgeting. This position is part-time (30 hours per week).
DUTIES INCLUDE:
• Ensures the quality, accuracy, and integrity of all financial policies, practices, and reports.
• Prepares monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Guides the annual budget process.
• Works with the Board of Directors, and serves as staff liaison to Finance and Audit Committees.
• Oversees day-to-day financial management, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and the general ledger.
• Establishes and maintains internal controls to monitor and safeguard the organization’s assets.
• Works with the public accountant to plan and conduct the annual audit.
• With the public accountant, prepares and files required information returns and tax returns.
• Files other forms including but not limited to Sales and Use Tax and Form 461.
• Administers the Charitable Remainder Unitrusts for which POST is the trustee.
• Oversees accreditation process and on-going compliance
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Bachelor of Arts in Management/Accounting or related field. Graduate degree preferred.
• Broad experience with accounting, finance, and investments.
• 5 years experience in a mid-level finance/accounting position.
• Non-profit organizational experience highly desired.
• Highest personal and professional integrity.
• Professional appearance and demeanor.
• Outstanding organizational skills.
• Ability to prioritize and effectively handle multiple tasks.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Experience working effectively with a Board of Directors.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
• Must be able to walk and hike
• Must be able to drive, with valid California Driver's License
• Must be able to lift 20 pounds