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Join our growing team of smart, talented, and motivated people making a difference by protecting our lands and waters. Northern Waters Land Trust offers an organization culture focused on professionalism and excellence, a team of great people, and a commitment to conservation and community
Now Hiring: Development Director
Northern Waters Land Trust is hiring a Development Director to lead and grow our fundraising program in support of our mission: Preserve Land to Protect Water. 
Summary of Role
- Senior-level fundraising leadership position
- Build and steward individual, foundation, and corporate donors
- Secure major gifts (five-figure+ gifts)
- Lead annual fundraising strategy and campaigns
- Partner with staff and board on donor engagement
Position Details
- 30–40 hours per week
- Hybrid or remote (travel in northern Minnesota required)
- Full-time salary: $82,000
Applications will be screened as they are received; the position will be filled when the best candidate is identified.
View the full position description here: Development Director Position Description
How to Apply
Please email:
- Resume
- Cover letter
- Three professional references
To: Annie Knight, Executive Director
AnnieK@nwlt-mn.org
Subject line: Development Director Application, [First & Last Name]
Questions? Call (218) 547-4510 or email Annie Knight
Join us in protecting northern Minnesota’s land and water for generations to come. 
Northern Waters Land Trust
Northern Waters Land Trust (NWLT) is a 501(c)3 non-profit accredited land trust committed to preserving land to protect water in northern Minnesota, a region that supports some of the best fish and wildlife habitats in the state.
NWLT’s watershed approach to conservation focuses on the ‘big picture’ of preserving land around lakes and rivers to protect water quality and wildlife habitat. Protecting the lakes, rivers and forests in northern Minnesota supports the local economy and culture, which is dependent on healthy natural resources for outdoor recreation and tourism.
Conservation in this area also helps ensure healthy drinking water for communities outside the region that depend on the Mississippi River for their drinking water. Our area is projected to have a 10-20% population growth in the next 25 years, so thoughtful development and protection of sensitive land and shorelines is critical.