Position type: Full-Time Regular (Exempt)
Reports to: Chief Executive Officer
Location: San Francisco, CA (on-site)

Reporting directly to the President & Chief Executive Officer (CEO), the Executive Assistant (EA) provides skilled
administrative and clerical support to the President and CEO, the Board of Trustees, and other leadership staff. The
EA uses considerable tact, diplomacy, discretion, and judgment as s/he is exposed to sensitive — often confidential
— information and facilitates communication on behalf of the CEO both within and outside of the organization.
A positive problem-solver, the EA has responsibility for special projects, supporting board meetings, preparing board
packets, and may follow up on projects assigned to managers by the CEO. The EA has excellent communication
skills, organizational skills, works well under the pressure of demanding deadlines and multiple concurrent projects,
and has a commitment to preserving Yosemite.
This position works closely with all members of the development team, Conservancy and Yosemite National Park
leadership, and colleagues based in San Francisco and Yosemite.
Who We Are
We’re passionate about Yosemite — and about helping people connect with, learn about, support, and take care of
the park. As a member of the Conservancy team, you’ll be making a difference for Yosemite every day. As the
philanthropic partner and cooperating association for Yosemite National Park, we work together to inspire donors,
support enriching visitor programs and services, and fund projects that protect wildlife, restore trails and habitat,
advance scientific research, and enrich the visitor experience for all.
What You’ll Do
The EA works closely with the President & CEO and provides support to the Board of Trustees, and executive and
management teams. The EA:

arranging for meeting locations, lodging, meals, call-in numbers, and video conferencing websites, reminders,
and follow-up.

• Oversee all IT systems used for Board and Council communications. Develop ways to keep board and

• Assist in compiling, preparing, and sending and/or emailing board meeting packets as approved by the CEO,

• Prepare materials for and organize logistics including food and beverages for board and council meetings.
• Coordinate activities and meals, attend and manage logistics for twice-annual Council weekends in Yosemite;
• Draft minutes, manage board rosters, committee lists, and keeps the Council intranet portal up-to-date with

Qualifications / Keys to Success

Hard skills:

• Minimum five years’ experience as a senior-level executive assistant and/or nonprofit staff person, or

• Possesses a high degree of discretion and excellent judgment.
• Ability to set and meet deadlines and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Capable of independently developing solutions and taking immediate action.
• Demonstrated capacity to positively influence and engage the action of others.
• Exceptional attention to detail, quality, time-management, budget, and organizational skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, Outlook, Teams, Zoom, Adobe Acrobat Pro, and WordPress.
• Raisers Edge database and Hubspot / CRM experience a plus.

Soft skills:

• Superior interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills to publicly represent the President & CEO, the

• Flexible team player who enjoys working with a diverse range of people — all levels of Yosemite

• Knowledge of and interest in Yosemite National Park.
• Demonstrated commitment to conservation.
• Commitment to the mission, values, goals, and success of Yosemite Conservancy.
• Sense of humor, positive attitude, and a warm friendly manner to all colleagues, Yosemite Conservancy

other locations outside the San Francisco Bay Area.
The following is a plus, but not a requirement:

• Possession of a four-year college degree or equivalent work experience.

What Else You Should Know
We value diversity among our staff just as we value it among park visitors. As such, Yosemite Conservancy is an
equal-opportunity employer, and we comply with San Francisco's Fair Chance Ordinance. We encourage people of all
backgrounds to apply to join our team. We especially encourage people of color, LGBTQ people, and people with
disabilities to apply.
The position is full-time, with core work hours in the San Francisco Office on a hybrid schedule. Occasional travel to
Yosemite National Park is expected to meet with park-based staff and attend Council weekends. As such, the role
requires travel five to six times per year.
The salary for this position ranges from $80,000 to $85,000, with exact salary depending on experience.
We also offer excellent benefits, including:

• 11 annual holidays and 2 floating personal days
• 100% paid premiums for employee medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance
• Vacation and sick leave
• Retirement program with 7% contribution (following one year of employment)
• Annual national parks pass
• Stipends to visit Yosemite National Park twice a year

How to Apply
To respond to this opportunity, please send a resume and cover letter as a single PDF to jobs@yosemite.org.