Executive Director
Job in
Albuquerque, Bernalillo County, New Mexico, 87101, USA
Listing for:
Trellis Group
Full Time
position
Listed on 2026-01-23
Job specializations:
-
Management
Program / Project Manager, Operations Manager, General Management
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 70000 - 80000 USD Yearly
USD
70000.00
80000.00
YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
General Job Description
The Executive Director’s primary function is to provide inspired leadership, ensuring that the mission, policies, and practices of Tree New Mexico are fulfilled with excellence.
TreeNM helps communities - large and small - plant and care for trees throughout The Land of Enchantment. (see our website for more information on who we are and what we do - treenm.org)
Job Details
Job Type: Full-time
Location: This is an Albuquerque-based (in office) position
Salary Range: $70,000-$80,000 (commensurate with experience)
Benefits: Health insurance, generous PTO plan including paid Holidays, and reimbursements for Continuing Education and travel
Reporting: The Executive Director reports directly to the Board of Directors
Start Date: No later than January 1, 2026 (flexible earlier transition welcome)
Onboarding support: The Board will provide transition support and overlap with the outgoing leadership to ensure confidence in responsibilities
Primary Responsibilities
Lead a high-performance team that fulfills TreeNM’s planting, education, monitoring, development, and administrative programs and roles.Model a “servant” leadership approach that values and nurtures the staff.The Executive Director will oversee the management and execution of programs and activities carried out by the following direct reports:Director of Greater ABQ Neighbor WoodsDirector of Statewide Neighbor WoodsManager of Monitoring ProgramDirector of EducationDirector of Funding and Business DevelopmentOffice and HR AdministratorEnsure clean and effective operations of the following:AccountingOperationsInformation TechnologyCommunicationsGrant AdministrationHuman ResourcesMaintain continuous compliance with all federal, state, and local government regulations and reporting requirements. Serve as the primary liaison for communication with these agencies.Continue to refine and implement strategic plans that advance TreeNM’s mission while ensuring the organization’s long-term sustainability and growth.Lead TreeNM’s ongoing office activities (like weekly staff meetings) with the support of professional staff and consultants in finance, IT, and HR where applicable.Lead all staffing efforts, including the hiring and supervision of personnel, in line with the organizational chart. Delegate responsibilities effectively and monitor performance.Lead the organization’s operation:Select, support and nurture an excellent staff committed to making TreeNM a premier nonprofit in NM and a great place to work.Ensure accurate financial records, including contributions requiring acknowledgement for tax purposes.Oversee bank and investment accounts.Oversee accounting and audit activities.Oversee information technology and security.Oversee the maintenance of the organization’s corporate records.Evaluate performance of the staff as needed.Advise the Board of Directors of future direction of the staff.Oversee and implement improvements in procedures and organization.Recommend appropriate policies to meet changing conditions.Facilitate periodic collaborative strategic planning meetings.Develop and maintain professional relationships with key donors, partners, and volunteers.Obtain, monitor, and ensure compliance with all TreeNM letters of agreement, contracts, leases, and other legal documents and agreements.Ensure appropriate insurance to cover the organization’s risk.Perform other duties as requested by the Board including acting as the primary liaison between the staff and Board and supporting Board development, recruitment, and ongoing engagement.Decision-Making Authority
Make monetary decisions in accordance with TreeNM’s financial policies.Review, analyze, and make decisions on programs that are approved by the Board of Directors and developed and managed by the staff.Report, recommend, and assist the Board of Directors in fulfilling and meeting all obligations and responsibilities of the Organization.Budget Responsibility
Provide responsible stewardship over TreeNM funds - documenting increased savings to build a six-month operating cushion each year.Prepare an annual financial plan (budget) for the Board’s approval.Provide financial and…
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