Part-Time Executive Director (Agricultural Sector)

• Part-Time Executive Director in Agriculture Advocacy
• Pay: $20/hr under 1099 Contract for approximately 20 hrs/week
• Status: Part-time
  
  

Are you a solutions-driven, community-focused professional with a passion for agriculture? A long-standing nonprofit organization dedicated to advocating for local farmers and ranchers is seeking a Part-Time Executive Director to oversee operations, coordinate signature events, and represent its membership at various levels of government.

About The Role

• Part-Time (Approx. 20 hours/week)
• Contract: 1099, at-will
• Compensation: $20/hour, paid monthly
• Location: San Bernardino County (preference for candidates local to the Redlands/Yucaipa area)
• Some local travel required
  
  

Key Responsibilities

• Organize and lead monthly executive meetings
• Plan and execute an annual fundraising dinner
• Represent the organization in meetings with elected officials and public agencies
• Draft press releases and liaise with local media
• Support a young professionals committee focused on agriculture
• Maintain website and membership CRM system
• Collaborate with peer organizations and statewide partners
• Assist with outreach and recruitment efforts
  
  

Ideal Candidate

• Clear, confident communicator with strong writing skills
• Self-motivated, organized, and capable of managing multiple priorities
• Comfortable interacting with public officials, community leaders, and the media
• Tech-savvy and familiar with basic CRM and web tools
• Prior experience in nonprofit leadership or community outreach preferred
• Background or interest in agriculture, farming, or gardening is a plus
• Must be able to attend in-person meetings in the Redlands/Yucaipa area
  
  

Why This Role?

This is a chance to be the voice for local agriculture in one of California’s most diverse regions. The organization is deeply rooted in the community and plays a critical role in shaping local policy, building partnerships, and nurturing the next generation of agricultural leaders.