Executive Director, Lake Waramaug Conservancy

Posted 10/27/2026 · Warren, CT, United States

The Lake Waramaug Conservancy is dedicated to preserving and enhancing the ecological health of Lake Waramaug, a 656-acre lake located in Washington, Warren, and Kent in Litchfield County, Connecticut. For more than 50 years, the organization has advanced innovative, science-based approaches to lake restoration and management, helping reverse the lake’s ecological decline through sustained research, monitoring, watershed protection, and in-lake management.

Today, the Lake Waramaug Conservancy continues to build upon this legacy while addressing evolving challenges facing the lake and its watershed, including invasive species, warming waters, bacterial contamination, nutrient loading, and cyanobacteria risks. Its work encompasses scientific research and monitoring, invasive species management, watershed protection, open space preservation, and community education and engagement.

The Lake Waramaug Conservancy seeks a full-time Executive Director to provide scientific leadership and oversee the organization’s programs, operations, communications, administration, and grant development. Reporting to and working closely with the Board of Directors, the Executive Director will help shape and implement a forward-looking vision that builds upon the Conservancy’s 50-year legacy while strengthening its scientific stewardship, community engagement, visibility, and financial sustainability. This hands-on leader will also work closely with scientific advisors, technical consultants, municipal partners, residents, donors, researchers, and other stakeholders across the three-town watershed.

The ideal candidate will be a dynamic and collaborative leader with scientific training or experience in lake science, limnology, watershed management, environmental science, or a related discipline. The successful candidate will bring strong organizational and project management skills, experience working with technical experts and diverse stakeholders, and the ability to translate complex scientific information into clear and compelling communications. This individual will also bring experience with grants and donor cultivation, financial management, and working effectively with a Board, along with a proactive, adaptable, hands-on leadership style and a genuine passion for conservation and freshwater resources.

The Lake Waramaug Conservancy offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. This position is based in Warren, Connecticut and requires a consistent in-person presence, including collecting samples on the lake, representing the organization in the community, and building relationships with key stakeholders, while allowing professional discretion with respect to work location.

Applications and nominations are being received exclusively by Kittleman & Associates, LLC. To apply, please submit a letter of introduction and current resume through the application portal here. For best consideration, please submit your materials by December 14, 2026.

Compensation: $110,000 – $130,000