Executive Director

Shape the future of conservation for Wisconsin's most treasured landscapes while leading a dynamic land trust positioned for transformational growth.

Geneva Lake Conservancy has partnered with Lindauer in the search for a visionary Executive Director who will lead the organization through its next phase of growth and impact.

The successful candidate will be a collaborative and strategic leader with demonstrated experience in land conservation, organizational management, and stakeholder engagement.

This role offers the unique opportunity to combine hands-on conservation work with high-level strategic leadership in one of Wisconsin's most dynamic conservation organizations.

• Finalize and implement a strategic plan for land and water conservation, advocacy, and community engagement
• Lead land protection efforts including acquisitions, donations, and conservation easements
• Advocate for the Water Alliance for Preserving Geneva Lake and support implementation of the Geneva Lake Management Plan
• Build and execute comprehensive fundraising strategies to support organizational growth
• Serve as organizational spokesperson and advocate for responsible land use policies
• Manage staff, oversee financial operations, and ensure compliance with Land Trust Alliance standards
• Represent the organization at state, national, and regional conservation events
• Lead the organization's Land Trust Alliance reaccreditation process
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
• Minimum of 5 years of successful senior-level leadership experience in a nonprofit of similar complexity and size
• Demonstrated record of consistent growth and impact; experience with land trusts or conservation organizations preferred
• Strategic, collaborative leader known for building trust-based relationships and positive workplace culture
• Proven ability to work effectively with passionate Board of Directors
• Excellent financial analysis skills and budget management experience
• Strong writing, verbal, and public speaking skills with demonstrated community presence
• Deep commitment to working with diverse communities
• Familiarity with development technology and donor database management software

• A Conservation Legacy. With 51 protected properties spanning 3,692 acres, the Conservancy safeguards landscapes of global ecological importance.
• Innovation and Partnership. The Water Alliance for Preserving Geneva Lake and pioneering community engagement programs like Conservation@Home are just a few examples of how GLC inspires environmental stewardship across the region.
• Growth and Impact. GLC is Positioned for transformational expansion, with strategic planning underway and Board commitment to establishing the Conservancy as a model for effective land trust operations in the Midwest.

Lindauer, a global search and talent firm, has been retained to conduct this search on behalf of Geneva Lake Conservancy. To apply or nominate a candidate for this role, please visit the Lindauer website at