Executive Director

Founded in 1955, the [Company] [Company] is a collaborative, world-class educational non-profit organization dedicated to the scholarly and practical study of law and regulations relating to mining, oil and gas, water, public lands, land use, conservation, environmental protection, and other related areas.  The Foundation is governed by an eleven member Board of Directors with strategic guidance from a Trustees Council that includes 25 at-large trustees, past [Company] Presidents, and representatives from 30 law schools, 13 bar associations, and 18 mining and oil and gas associations. 

The [Company] is a unique organization in the field of continuing legal education.  Although there are many entities that offer continuing legal education programming, the [Company] is known for its sense of community and camaraderie.  The personal relationships that active Foundation participants enjoy, facilitated by the Foundation staff, have been a key ingredient in the success and growth of [Company] over the years.

Position Overview

• In partnership with the Board of Directors (“Board”), the Trustees Council (“Trustees”), active standing committees, and the staff, the Executive Director ensures that [Company] is successful in achieving its educational mission and strategic objectives, the core of which is to provide (1) scholarly and practical publications and programs for use by lawyers, landmen, government officials, law school faculty and students, and business people worldwide, and (2) a commitment to law student scholarships and other educational outreach programs.
• The Executive Director encourages scholarship and practical knowledge of natural resource law and related fields through the Foundation’s core programs, operations, and business plans.  The Executive Director solicits perspectives from a wide variety of constituents while facilitating quality continuing relationships with [Company]  stakeholders.  In the process of pursuing and achieving [Company] mission, vision, and strategies, the Executive Director also manages the day-to-day activities of the organization, including oversight of staff, programs, and finances. 
• The Executive Director is a key spokesperson for[Company] , representing the Foundation’s interests in wide variety of forums and with many constituents regionally, nationally, and internationally.  The Executive Director operates with integrity and employs a leadership and communication style that encourages participation, elevates trust, and builds quality relationships while moving [Company] strategic priorities forward.

Qualifications·

• Persuasive communication skills and excellent interpersonal and multidisciplinary project skills.  Actively look for opportunities to engage with members, program attendees, and others interested in the Foundation’s work. Prefers to work in an environment that is collegial, collaborative, and focused on lifelong learning with open dialogue at all levels.
• Demonstrated commitment to the Rocky Mountain Mineral Law Foundation’s mission with an understanding of the Foundation’s educational goals and ability to ensure balanced programming with a range of perspectives presented.
• A deep interest in natural resource issues and subjects, particularly extractive resources, and of the different perspectives and concerns that affect those issues and subjects.
• Strong, effective leadership, management, and organizational skills; proven commitment to high performance, superior quality in all products, and accountability.
• Experience in working with or on a governing board and with other active, committed volunteers to achieve goals and deliverables, preferred.
• Ability to work effectively with highly capable staff and enhance their personal career development.
• Strategic, down-to-earth leader with proven ability to translate strategies into measurable operating plans and objectives.
• Decisiveness and willingness to take risks appropriately.
• Ability to identify opportunities, take initiative, and be adaptable and resilient.
• Strong understanding of budgets and issues that impact financial results.
• Excellent judgment, integrity, and comfort with delegating responsibilities appropriately.
• Ability to avoid partisan conflicts or stalemates.
• Advanced degree strongly preferred, ideally a JD, with knowledge of natural resources law and related fields, or relevant industry experience.
• Willingness to travel regionally, nationally, and internationally as needed.
• A competitive compensation and benefits package is available.