CURRENT OPENINGS

Marketing and Engagement Director

We are thrilled to announce the search for a Marketing and Engagement Director in partnership with Potrero Group, a leadership and executive search firm with a special emphasis on conservation organizations.

At a once-in-a-generation inflection point — pursuing National Scenic Trail designation and building the trail toward completion — the Bay Area Ridge Trail Council seeks a visionary Marketing and Engagement Director to champion one of the Bay Area’s great public treasures.

Visit potrerogroup.com/ridgeMED for more information and to apply. Interested candidates should apply by July 27, 2026, for priority consideration. The position is open until filled.

DESIRED COMPETENCIES AND EXPERIENCE

The ideal candidate brings a track record of building engaged communities and compelling campaigns with deep respect for the diversity of Bay Area communities and a commitment to equitable access and inclusion. They are a skilled manager who develops the talent of those they supervise, a natural collaborator who works fluidly across teams and partnerships, and a creative problem-solver who finds imaginative ways to reach new audiences and build lasting relationships.

The Marketing and Engagement Director is a creative, community-focused leader who combines strategic marketing expertise with genuine passion for connecting people to nature and to each other. This is an extraordinary opportunity for a creative leader and communicator who thrives at the intersection of storytelling, community building, and mission-driven work and who is inspired by the vision of an interconnected regional trail that connects people of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities to parks and open space.

COMPENSATION

This is a full-time, exempt, benefit-eligible position. The anticipated annual salary range for this position is $105,000–$120,000. The range provided is an estimate and will be evaluated on an individual basis, taking into consideration the candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities, experience, and education.

The Bay Area Ridge Trail Council offers a comprehensive benefits package, including

• 12 paid holidays per year, plus three days to be used during one of two specified “rest weeks” (combined with July 4 or year-end holidays)
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees
• 401(k) plan with annual contributions when annual organizational finances permit
• 12 days of paid time off starting in year one, increasing with tenure

LOCATION AND REQUIREMENTS

The Bay Area Ridge Trail Council is located in a lovely co-working office space in West Berkeley, CA. The Marketing and Engagement Director will be based in the San Francisco Bay Area, with a flexible hybrid work arrangement. 

The position requires regular in-person presence for events and meetings with partners, donors, and community constituents throughout the Bay Area region, including evening and weekend events and activities as needed. The position also requires transporting materials up to 25 pounds, attending outdoor events in varying weather conditions, and traversing uneven terrain, including walking up to five miles per outing on natural surface trails.

START DATE

Fall 2026

TO APPLY

Visit potrerogroup.com/ridgeMED to apply. Applications should include a resume and a cover letter describing your qualifications that match the position criteria and what you will bring to the role.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

For additional information regarding this opportunity, please contact Andrew Leider, Managing Director and Search Lead at Potrero Group, at aleider@potrerogroup.com.

The Bay Area Ridge Trail Council is an equal opportunity employer and committed to a diverse team.