The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) is a pivotal role that provides strategic and operational leadership and furthers Point Blue’s 60-year legacy 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 ideal candidate is a master organizational leader, preferably with experience in conservation science or a related field, and brings a history of values-based leadership, strong fundraising and relationship skills, and the ability to navigate complex organizational, political, and financial environments.
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.
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 access after 500 service hours, with employer contribution after 1000 hours (annual contribution level 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
- Access to an Employee Assistance Program and flexible spending arrangement
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
To Apply
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.
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.
