Point Blue Conservation Science

Chief Executive Officer

Point Blue Conservation Science

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Job Summary

The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) provides strategic and operational leadership for Point Blue, a conservation science organization with a 60-year history of impact on behalf of vital ecosystems, wildlife, and communities. Working with staff and board, the CEO develops, guides, secures, and communicates Point Blue’s mission, activities, and results. The CEO is the face and voice of the organization—a trusted and visionary leader working with diverse constituents, in varied program locations, in service of our shared planet. The CEO supervises the Executive Team and Group Directors and develops, coordinates, and reports to the Board of Directors.

Location

The CEO is based out of the Point Blue offices in Petaluma, California. The role is hybrid with an expectation the CEO be in the office 2–3 days per week.

Start Date

Summer 2025

For More Information

More information about Point Blue Conservation Science can be found at pointblue.org. 
For additional information regarding this opportunity, please contact Andrew Leider, Managing Director, at aleider@potrerogroup.com.

Job Responsibilities

The CEO supervises the Executive Team, provides oversight to the Group Directors and Management Team, and develops, coordinates, and reports to the Board of Directors.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate is a master organizational leader with experience in conservation science or a related field, a history of values-based leadership, strong fundraising and relationship skills, and the ability to navigate complex organizational, political, and financial environments.

Additional Information

Benefits

Compensation

This is a full-time, exempt, benefit-eligible position. The CEO’s anticipated annual salary range is $210,000–$240,000, commensurate with knowledge, abilities, and experience.

Point Blue’s comprehensive benefits package includes:

  • Health, dental, and vision coverage; employer-paid percentage based on plan
  • 401k retirement plan with employer contribution ( dependent on available funding)
  • Four weeks annually accrued paid time off, plus holidays, personal days, and sick time
  • Life, short- and long-term disability, and long-term care insurance coverage

How to Apply

To Apply

Visit potrerogroup.com/pointblue and select “Apply Here.” Please include a resume and a cover letter describing your qualifications that match the position criteria.

Interested and qualified candidates should apply by May 9, 2025, for priority consideration. The position is open until filled. 

Details

  • Date Posted: April 29, 2025
  • Type: Full-Time
  • Job Function: Executive Leadership
  • Service Area: Environment
  • Salary Range: 210000-240000