Executive Director (Birmingham)
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About the Cahaba River Coalition
The Cahaba River Coalition (CRC) is a newly unified environmental organization formed through the 2025 merger of Cahaba River Society and Cahaba Riverkeeper. Together, we combine decades of scientific expertise, advocacy, water-quality monitoring, environmental education, and community stewardship to protect Alabamas longest free-flowing river, one of the most biodiverse waterways in North America.
CRC activates thousands of students, volunteers, and community members each year through hands-on science education, river cleanups, paddling programs, and stewardship activities. As the Waterkeeper Alliance member for the Cahaba River, we hold polluters accountable and contribute to national studies on PFAS, microplastics, and emerging contaminants.
With a unified mission, committed staff, and an engaged Board of Directors, CRC is poised for a new era of impact, innovation, and statewide conservation leadership.
The Executive Director Opportunity
CRC seeks an experienced, strategic, relationship-driven Executive Director to guide this newly merged organization into its next chapter. This is a rare opportunity to lead a respected conservation nonprofit at a moment of transformation, bringing together two strong legacies, a unified mission, and a committed community of partners.
The Executive Director will guide strategic planning, fundraising growth, program integration, organizational culture, and external partnerships while inspiring a broad coalition to protect one of Americas most extraordinary rivers.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Strategy
- Unite staff behind CRCs mission, culture, and strategic direction.
- Lead development and execution of a new strategic plan.
- Represent CRC with partners, funders, policymakers, and the public.
Fundraising & External Relations
People & Culture
Operations & Finance
Board Partnership
CANDIDATE PROFILE
Essential Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Location
The organization and position are headquartered in Birmingham, Alabama, with a hybrid / in-office schedule. Remote arrangements will not be considered.
Compensation
This role offers a salary range of $120,000$150,000. The actual salary offered will depend on a variety of factors, including relevant professional experience, depth of senior leadership, and demonstrated qualifications aligned with the position
Relocation assistance for uniquely qualified candidates will be considered.
RECRUITMENT PROCESS
The Cahaba River Coalition has retained ThinkingAhead Executive Searchs Nonprofit Division. For more information or to apply please go to our website : https : / / thinkingahead.com / opportunities / job / 421300 /
To ensure full consideration, please submit your application by January 31st, 2026. Review of applications will continue until the position is filled.
For further information or questions, please contact :
Kay Linder, Partner, Nonprofit Division
klinder@thinkingahead.com
Heather Campbell, Partner, Nonprofit Division
hcampbell@thinkingahead.com
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