Amah Mutsun Land Trust has retained Potrero Group, a national strategy and search firm, to facilitate the search for the next Executive Director.

Amah Mutsun Land Trust seeks an experienced, community-focused executive director to guide vision, strategy, and policy within the culture, spirit, and history of the Amah Mutsun Tribal Band. This role is an exceptional opportunity for a strategic land trust leader to continue AMLT’s learning, growth, and community connection on behalf of the Amah Mutsun Tribal Band and the lands known to them as Popeloutchom—central coastal California stretching north, south, and inland from Santa Cruz.

The Executive Director (ED) will collaborate with the Board of Directors and Tribal Band leadership to implement a new strategic plan focused on its core mission to restore indigenous knowledge and practices to Popeloutchom. 

The ED will guide AMLT and execute a shared vision and strategy. They will oversee personnel and operations, develop resources to ensure financial health, and act as a key liaison with the tribe and partners to ensure fulfillment of AMLT’s purpose. The ED will be AMLT’s primary spokesperson and champion within the community and throughout the region. They will cultivate meaningful relationships with community members and other tribal nations, conservation partners, elected and agency officials, and funders, and maintain a consistent focus on preserving and honoring Popeloutchom for current and future generations.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee long-term organizational growth and development, while centering core Tribal values and supporting AMLT’s role in expanding Indigenous stewardship in Central California.
• Develop and guide overall business and financial strategy in compliance with organizational policy and contractual obligations.
• Provide oversight of land conservation and land management activities, including acquisitions and easements.
• Oversee AMLT program, personnel, and business affairs through policy and process development, delegation, and evaluation.

Location:

• This is a fully remote position within the greater California Central Coast and Bay Area. It is essential that the Executive Director be a consistent presence on the lands and with the people of Popeloutchom.

Start Date:

Spring 2025

Compensation:

This is a full-time, exempt, benefit-eligible position. The Executive Director’s anticipated annual salary range is $140,000–$160,000, commensurate with knowledge, abilities, and experience. 

AMLT’s benefits package includes:

• Option to enroll in employer-supported medical, dental, and vision insurance. AMLT contributes 90% of employee silver-level health and dental coverage or an equivalent amount toward another policy level
• Three weeks paid time off and 11 paid holidays annually
• Reimbursement for AMLT-related personal vehicle use at the federal mileage rate

To Apply:

Select “Apply Here.” Please include a resume and a cover letter describing your qualifications that match the position criteria and what you will bring to the role. 

Interested candidates should apply by December 5 for priority consideration.

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For More Information:

More information about Amah Mutsun Land Trust can be found at amahmutsunlandtrust.org.

For additional information regarding this opportunity, please contact:

Andrew Leider

Managing Director, Potrero Group

aleider@potrerogroup.com