The Virginia Forestry Association (VFA) is the not-for-profit trade association dedicated to representing Virginia’s diverse forestry community and promoting the sustainable use and conservation of forest resources to ensure their long-term benefits for all Virginians. We are committed to representing the interests of the forestry community as a whole, with the vision of being a unifying voice for Virginia’s forestry community. VFA members include forest landowners, foresters, forest products businesses, loggers, forestry consultants, and a variety of individuals and groups concerned about the future well-being of Virginia’s forest resources.
VFA is seeking a dynamic and engaging leader who is passionate about the conservation and sustainable use of forest resources as a driver of ecological, economic, and social prosperity in Virginia. The Executive Director provides strategic guidance to the Board of Directors, manages the staff, programs, and initiatives of the organization, and leads the achievement of the association’s mission, goals, and objectives.
The Executive Director will manage a staff of two and grow the current budget of $700,000. VFA owns its office building in Richmond, VA.
VFA offers a competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance coverage programs, paid time off, a retirement plan, a cell phone allowance, and professional development opportunities. The annual base salary range starts at $105,000.
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree.
Strong interpersonal and excellent communication skills.
Demonstrated knowledge of leadership and management principles.
Knowledge of human resources, finance, and foundation management.
At least ten years’ experience, with three or more years of senior management experience in a trade association.
Advocacy experience with legislative and governmental agencies.
Experience with the forestry industry preferred.
Qualifications:
Proven leadership, organizational, problem-solving, and business development skills, including strategy development and implementation.
Ability to work on and manage a variety of projects simultaneously.
Experience developing and coordinating strategic alliances with stakeholders on key issues and working with representatives of varied interests.
Ability to build consensus between groups with differing opinions.
Ability to travel statewide and occasionally outside the Commonwealth to represent VFA.
Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter to vfa@vaforestry.org. All qualified candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. This role will be filled as soon as possible.
Founded in 1947, the Virginia Forestry Association (VFA) represents Virginia's diverse forestry community and promotes the sustainable use and conservation of forest resources to ensure their long-term benefits for all Virginians. VFA members are forest landowners, foresters, forest products businesses, loggers, forestry consultants, and a variety of stakeholders who are invested in the well-being of Virginia's forest resource.
