Since 1996 Lake Park Friends has pursued its mission to promote the preservation and enjoyment of Lake Park, to sponsor educational, recreational and cultural events in the park, and to raise funds for the restoration and enhancement of the park in the spirit of Frederick Law Olmsted. Although we have raised over $3 million to improve the Park, our work has been predominantly performed by dedicated volunteers helping with events and Park stewardship with board members performing strategic and organizational tasks. For 18 years, this work has been supported by a part-time administrator, but with a solid financial outlook and a view to greater impact the board has created a new position for the organization’s first executive director.
The executive director will be the public face of LPF, responsible and accountable for LPF’s operations, and raise funds for projects that support LPF’s mission. Working with the board, the ED will develop annual operating budgets that promote annual and long-term goals to ensure LPF’s continued financial stability and growth. He/she will lead fundraising and advocacy efforts with individuals, corporations, foundations, and government agencies.
The ED will actively seek out opportunities for partnerships and collaborations with Milwaukee County Parks, non-profit organizations, and volunteer groups.
Interested candidates should send a cover letter and resumé to opportunitieslakeparkfriends@gmail.com.
The first round of interviews will begin in early March but the position will remain open until filled.