Mission Programs Manager

The Prairie Enthusiasts is made up of 11 regional chapters. Our engaged volunteers are driving local land stewardship, grassroots outreach and education, and leading the organization. We’re grateful for our dedicated community and welcoming of new, interested volunteers.

Position Overview

We are hiring a full-time Mission Programs Manager for our dedicated team based in Viroqua, Wisconsin. We seek a leader who is goal-oriented, eager to serve, supportive of the mission of The Prairie Enthusiasts, and energized by the challenge of scaling our model to increase our impact and grow. This position is part of a Leadership Team working together to deliver on the vision of our Board of Directors for the organization. The salary range will be $53,000-$63,000 depending on qualifications, plus benefits.

Key Accountabilities include:

• Develop and coordinate strategies that ignite relationships with the land and further our work of protecting and restoring fire-dependent ecosystems across the Upper Midwest.  
• Design new approaches and implement improvements to our land protection, stewardship and education programs.  
• Oversee and deliver programs in collaboration Chapters and volunteers. 
• Build infrastructure and provide support to grow our volunteer program. 
• Launch AmeriCorps pilot program in 2025. 
• Lead, manage and hold team members accountable for results.  

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