Executive Director (Full-Time) Role Overview The Executive Director (ED) serves as the chief administrator of the Schenectady Greenmarket. This leadership role is responsible for the organization's strategic direction, financial health, and long-term sustainability Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership & Board Relations

• Implement and coordinate Board policies and actions to ensure long-term organizational effectiveness.
• Collaborate with the Board Chair to develop meeting agendas and set organizational priorities and goals.
• Prepare regular written repots to the Board concerning activities
• Cultivate and maintain strategic partnerships and community collaborations that support the market's mission. Finance & Development
• Drive revenue growth through diversified fundraising activities, grant applications, and sponsorship outreach.
• Manage donor relations, ensuring all sponsors and contributors are appropriately recognized.
• Oversee financial reporting in collaboration with the Treasurer and accountants, including annual budget reviews and weekly deposits.
• Coordinate fundraising events with the support of staff, volunteers, and the Board. Operations & Human Resources
• Supervise, mentor, and train market staff, including managing performance evaluations, HR policies, and payroll.
• Oversee market software and processes (MMM, Donor Snap) and provide operational coverage for the Market Manager as needed.
• Develop and manage volunteer recruitment, training, and recognition programs.
• Manage contracts, permits, and MOUs with the City of Schenectady, landlords, and partner organizations.
• Resolve complex vendor issues and coordinate with promotions firms for market events and announcements. Other Duties—as assigned Preferred Qualifications
• Proven success in community outreach and an understanding of food system inequalities.
• Experience in writing grant proposals and doing follow-up grant reporting
• Strong leadership skills with experience managing remote teams and volunteers.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse populations across race, gender, religion, and orientation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and standard management software.
• Flexibility to work varied schedules, including occasional Sundays and outdoor market conditions.
• Fluency in other languages (especially Spanish) and familiarity with farming practices are a plus.

Pay:

$70,000.00 - $72,800.00 per year People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location:

Hybrid remote in Schenectady, NY 12302