Executive Director

The Glacier National Park Conservancy (GNPC) is the official nonprofit fundraising partner of Glacier National Park with the mission to preserve and protect the park for future generations. The Conservancy manages both philanthropic and retail operations that support vital park projects. In 2024, total revenue exceeded $12 million, enabling the Conservancy to provide $4.9 million in funding for 45 projects that directly support Glacier National Park.

Since its founding, cumulative support for park projects has surpassed $30 million as of 2025.

The Conservancy was established in 2013 through the merger of the Glacier National Park Fund and the Glacier Natural History Association. By combining the philanthropic and retail operations of the former organizations, GNPC created a unified model that has significantly expanded financial support and long-term sustainability to Glacier National Park. Today, the Conservancy employs 23 year-round staff and 38 seasonal employees, supported by a dedicated 26-member Board of Directors.

Together, the team works to connect donors, partners, and visitors with opportunities to make a lasting impact on the park.

The Executive Director leads the Conservancy team in its fundraising efforts through philanthropy and retail sales and plays a critical role in advancing the Conservancy’s mission, core values, and organizational development. The Executive Director works closely with staff, the Board of Directors, and park leadership to set priorities, establish funding goals, and implement fundraising strategies. The Executive Director oversees the organization’s financial health and serves as its representative in the community, building relationships that support the mission to preserve and protect Glacier National Park for future generations.

The ideal candidate is a dynamic, experienced leader with a strong background in fundraising, staff leadership, financial and operational management, and partnership development. The successful candidate will combine analytical expertise with relationship-building skills, demonstrate integrity and vision, and inspire staff, donors, and the community through a genuine passion for Glacier National Park and conservation. This individual embodies the values of empathy, inclusivity, and public service that define the Conservancy’s mission.

• Inspire and instill passion for the Conservancy’s mission with staff, board members, partners, and supporters by striving to increase the impact of funding to Glacier National Park.
• Work with staff to establish clear goals and objectives and ensure that staff have the tools and resources necessary to be effective in their work.
• Supervise and lead the Executive Team staff to set priorities and address important issues facing the organization.
• Foster a positive and inclusive workplace culture that encourages innovation, goal setting, teamwork, and professional development.

• Work closely with the Director of Development and the Development Committee to strategize and implement fundraising goals and initiatives.
• Advance a culture of philanthropy where staff and board members understand their roles in fundraising success.
• Cultivate relationships with donors and foundations, actively soliciting donations.
• Represent the Conservancy at community events and speaking engagements to enhance visibility and engagement.

• Engage the Board of Directors in strategic conversations regarding consequential issues and opportunities for the Conservancy.
• Collaborate with the Board of Directors to prioritize strategic and financial goals.
• In partnership with the Leadership Committee, set board priorities and develop effective meeting agendas.
• Collaborate with the Committee on Directors to identify and recruit potential board members possessing the requisite skills, attributes, and diverse life experiences essential for optimizing the board’s effectiveness as a strategic partner.
• Facilitate effective working relationships between board members and staff.

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