Executive Director, Cold Climate Housing Research Center

Position Announcement

Executive Director | Cold Climate Housing Research Center |Fairbanks, Alaska

The Position and Leadership Opportunity: Executive Director

Cold Climate Housing Research Center (CCHRC) seeks a skilled convener who is dedicated to building better homes in Alaska’s unique climate and landscape. The new executive will have the opportunity to pursue creative solutions for long-term organizational sustainability, cultivate lasting partnerships, and champion CCHRC and its mission. The ideal candidate will have a working knowledge of building science, a deep connection to Alaska and its communities, and a clear vision for how CCHRC can continue to deliver on mission in a time of change and opportunity.

The Organization

CCHRC is a nonprofit organization committed to pioneering sustainable housing solutions in some of the world’s most challenging environments. Located in Fairbanks, Alaska, CCHRC was formed in 1999 by members of the Alaska State Home Building Association to tackle the challenges of building in cold climates, including remote locations, harsh working conditions, and unstable ground.

Compensation and Benefits

This is a full-time position. The annual salary range is between $120,000-$140,000 commensurate with qualifications and experience. CCHRC provides a competitive benefits package.

Application Process

To read the full position profile and application instructions, please visit https://www.forakergroup.org/site/index.cfm/cboard-view/11257. For questions, contact Ryan Smith, lead

recruiter, at CCHRC@forakergroup.org. Communications will be treated in

confidence. Deadline for application submission is Monday, April 20. Due to the pace of this search, candidates are strongly encouraged to apply as soon as possible. Resume reviews begin immediately. The search process will include a multi-step interview process.

It is the policy of Cold Climate Housing Research Center to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

CCHRC provides a competitive benefits package, which includes:

• 80% coverage of the premium for medical, prescription drugs, vision, and dental coverage.
• Simple IRA retirement plan with a match at 3%
• Generous leave accrual, beginning with a rate of 0.071 hours per one hour worked for the first year of employment and increasing annual rate thereafter.
• 12 paid holidays
• Stipend in lieu of benefits available as well.
• Relocation expenses available, to be discussed at time of job offer.