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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.