Executive Director: Willow Waterhole Greenspace Conservancy (WWGC)
Location: Houston, TX
Willow Waterhole Greenspace Conservancy (WWGC) protects and manages a public greenway that reduces flood risk, supports native habitat, and serves the surrounding community. Located in Southwest Houston, the 290-acre Willow Waterhole Greenway includes lakes, wetlands, prairie, and open space for recreation, education, and connection. It plays an important role in managing stormwater, restoring natural systems, and providing nearby neighborhoods with access to nature.
WWGC is entering a pivotal stage. The Greenway is gaining recognition as a valued public asset in Houston, with growing interest from partners, funders, and community members. The organization now needs dedicated leadership to coordinate efforts, deepen partnerships, and secure the resources needed for long-term impact. The Executive Director will guide this work by building fundraising capacity, advancing strategic planning, and helping WWGC grow into a sustainable, high-functioning organization that delivers lasting value to the land and the people it serves.
Key Responsibilities
Qualifications
Characteristics
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this role, the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to handle or feel objects, reach with arms, climb or balance, and occasionally stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close and distance vision. The employee must be able to safely operate off-road utility vehicles within the Greenway property.
Work Environment
This position requires flexibility across varied work settings, including office space, equipment storage areas, trails, and park grounds. Work will involve outdoor conditions such as heat, cold, humidity, or rain, and varying noise levels. The role includes regular interaction with volunteers, staff, contractors, board members, and the general public, and requires comfort working independently and under the direction of the Board.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to carry out each essential duty satisfactorily. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a complete list of all activities, duties, or responsibilities. The Board of Directors may adjust responsibilities or expectations at any time, with or without notice. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Executive Director: Willow Waterhole Greenspace Conservancy (WWGC)
Location: Houston, TX
Willow Waterhole Greenspace Conservancy (WWGC) protects and manages a public greenway that reduces flood risk, supports native habitat, and serves the surrounding community. Located in Southwest Houston, the 290-acre Willow Waterhole Greenway includes lakes, wetlands, prairie, and open space for recreation, education, and connection. It plays an important role in managing stormwater, restoring natural systems, and providing nearby neighborhoods with access to nature.
WWGC is entering a pivotal stage. The Greenway is gaining recognition as a valued public asset in Houston, with growing interest from partners, funders, and community members. The organization now needs dedicated leadership to coordinate efforts, deepen partnerships, and secure the resources needed for long-term impact. The Executive Director will guide this work by building fundraising…
Provisions for Medical Coverage, PTO and Retirement Plan
Provisions for Medical Coverage, PTO and Retirement Plan
English proficiency required
English proficiency required
Please provide resume and references to EDSEARCH@WILLOWWATERHOLE.ORG.
Please provide resume and references to EDSEARCH@WILLOWWATERHOLE.ORG.