EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Cornell Cooperative Extension (CCE) of Nassau County
Location: Nassau County - Easy Meadow, NY
Application Deadline: 2025-03-21
Executive Director
We invite interested individuals to apply for position of Executive Director for Cornell Cooperative Extension (CCE) of Nassau County. We are seeking an experienced and dynamic leader to support an outstanding team of programmatic and operational professionals. CCE Nassau County offers a broad area of nonformal education in natural resources, energy and environment, youth development, horticulture, agriculture and food systems, and nutrition and health.
Nassau County, a richly diverse region, offers excellent quality of life with restaurants, parks, beaches, arts and culture, and proximity to the NYC metropolitan area.
This position offers a salary of $120,000 - $140,000/year, commensurate with experience. CCE offers a comprehensive benefits package upon employment and based on eligibility, to include but not limited to: New York State Health Insurance Program (NYSHIP), dental insurance, and New York State Employees’ Retirement System (NYSERS).
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Master’s degree and minimum of 6 years experience in management 
Business acumen – specifically finance
Financial development – grants, donors, program revenue
Experience with a multi-faceted organization while managing changing priorities Approachable/accessible leader for many stakeholders
High-level support of programs and people: programs with notable involvement in education, positive youth development, and food systems
OPTIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
Experience with regulations and liability issues a plus
Familiarity with non-governmental organizations and how they interface with government agencies
IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR APPLICANTS
For earliest consideration, applicants must apply online by Friday, March 21, 2025
All applicants must submit a letter of interest, resume, and references
Anticipated start date for this position is July 1, 2025
HOW TO APPLY
Visit jobs.cce.cornell.edu
FOR MORE INFORMATION
Visit ccenassau.org to learn about our organization Contact Tracy Sanford @ tls21@cornell.edu