Chief Executive Officer

In partnership with the Board, the Trustees, active standing committees, and the staff, the CEO ensures that the Foundation is successful in achieving its educational mission and other strategic objectives, the core of which is to provide (1) scholarly and practical publications and programs in the area of natural resources and energy law for use by lawyers, landmen, government officials, law school faculty and students, and business people worldwide, and (2) funding for grants supporting legal research, law student scholarships, and other law school educational outreach programs to stimulate student interest in and knowledge about natural resources and energy law and related fields.

The CEO encourages high-quality scholarship and practical knowledge of natural resources and energy law and related fields through the Foundation's core programs, operations, and business plans. The CEO solicits perspectives from a wide variety of constituents while facilitating exceptional continuing relationships with the Foundation's stakeholders. In the process of pursuing and achieving the Foundation's mission, vision, and strategies, the CEO also manages the day-to-day activities of the Foundation, including oversight of staff, program development and implementation, and publications. The CEO leads the preparation and monitoring of annual budgets and participates actively with the Board in proactive financial decision-making to support effective achievement of the Foundation's mission.

The CEO is a key spokesperson for the Foundation, representing its interests in a wide variety of forums and with many constituents regionally, nationally, and internationally. The CEO operates with integrity and employs a leadership and communication style that is inclusive, collaborative, encourages participation, elevates trust, and builds quality, long-lasting relationships while moving the Foundation's strategic priorities forward.

The Foundation for Natural Resources and Energy Law is an educational, non-profit organization dedicated to the scholarly and practical study of all aspects of natural resources and energy law. It values collegiality and brings together lawyers, professionals, academics, and students to learn and network in a supportive environment where all participants are valued.

The Foundation is known for fostering professional relationships among its members and for high-quality, scholarly, and practical educational offerings, including (a) domestic and international programs on relevant legal developments and issues relating to natural resources and energy law, (b) publications such as the American Law of Mining, the Law of Federal Oil and Gas Leases, the Proceedings of the Annual Institutes, International Petroleum Law and Transactions, the Landman's Legal Handbook, Gower Federal Services, the Foundation Journal, the Mineral and Energy Law Newsletter, the Water Law Newsletter, and various books, model forms, institute materials, and other special materials, and (c) scholarships for qualified law students at Foundation constituent law schools who demonstrate interest in pursuing careers in natural resources, energy, and related legal fields.

The Foundation was created in 1955 by a group of lawyers from the U.S. Rocky Mountain region who recognized the need for a mineral law conference that addressed important issues arising in the public lands states. Over the last seven decades, the Foundation has become a global learning community of colleagues and friends, known worldwide for its expertise, objectivity, practicality, scholarship, and collegiality. The scope of programming has expanded dramatically over the years, beginning with the Foundation's focus on its core programming relating to oil and gas, mining, and public lands and adding other related areas of practice such as the energy transition, environmental protection, water law, and other areas relating to natural resources and energy. While the Foundation continues to offer its Annual Institute featuring expert speakers, it has supplemented its educational offerings with Special Institutes, Short Courses, international programs, and online webinars in addition to a variety of publications.

A JD, LLM, or another relevant degree, or at least 10 years of experience in the legal field or the natural resources or energy sector, is required for this role. The Foundation for Natural Resources and Energy Law will consider candidates with a broad range of backgrounds. If you are excited about this role and feel that you can contribute to the Foundation, but your experience does not exactly align with every qualification listed above, we encourage you to apply. All applications must be accompanied by a cover letter and résumé. Cover letters should be responsive to the mission of The Foundation for Natural Resources and Energy Law and the responsibilities and qualifications specified in the position prospectus.

The salary range for this position is $225,000 to $300,000.

If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, or participating in the selection process, please contact Marianna DiVietro at mariannadivietro@aspenleadershipgroup.com.

To apply for this position, visit: https://opportunities.aspenleadershipgroup.com/opportunities/5900.