Executive Director - Position Description

• Organization: Community Food Basket - Idaho Falls
• Location: Idaho Falls, ID (Office, operational, and community settings)
• Position Type: Full-Time, Exempt
• Reports To: Board of Directors
• Compensation: Competitive, commensurate with experience

• Schedule: Standard business hours; required evenings/weekends for events and board meetings

  Core Responsibilities:

• Strategic Leadership & Governance: Develop and execute long-term strategic plans; foster a culture of accountability and innovation; maintain transparent communication with the Board regarding financials, risks, and governance.
• Fundraising, Grants & Development: Drive revenue streams including major gifts, corporate sponsorships, annual giving, and special events; serve as chief advocate; oversee grant pipeline research, writing, and compliance.
• Financial Management & Operations: Direct annual budgeting, fiscal controls, cash flow, and GAAP/501(c)(3) compliance; oversee daily warehouse, logistics, food distribution, inventory control, and food safety standards.
• Food Sourcing & Strategic Partnerships: Build relationships with regional food networks, local farms, retailers, and donors to maintain robust inventory; collaborate with civic, nonprofit, and government entities.
• Team Leadership & Administration: Recruit, mentor, and evaluate staff; maintain HR legal compliance; manage facility maintenance, security, vendor contracts, and IT infrastructure. Public

• Relations & Advocacy: Act as primary spokesperson across media and community forums; oversee brand strategy and storytelling; track key performance indicators (KPIs) to drive data-informed decisions.

  Qualifications:

• Education & Experience: Bachelor's degree (or equivalent experience) in Nonprofit Management, Business Administration, or related field; 3-5 years of senior leadership experience in nonprofit, community service, or social impact sectors.
• Key Skills: Proven track record in comprehensive fundraising, grant acquisition, multi-faceted budget management, facility/logistics oversight, and board relations; exceptional communication and public speaking skills.
• Preferred Experience: Knowledge of food banking, hunger relief, USDA/Feeding America standards, warehouse logistics, 501(c)(3) compliance, and Eastern Idaho community networks. Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus.

• Core Attributes: Deep commitment to ending hunger, strong ethical integrity, strategic vision paired with operational execution, and resilience in a dynamic environment.

  Direct resumes and references to:

  Callie Hatch, Board Chair

  Community Food Basket - Idaho Falls

  P.O. Box 2236

  Idaho Falls, ID, 83403

  foodbasketboard@gmail.com