Organization

Diablo Firesafe Council (DFSC) is a nonprofit organization serving Alameda and Contra Costa Counties in California.

The organization brings together residents, agencies, and community partners to reduce the impact of wildland fire through prevention, education, planning, and mitigation initiatives.

DFSC serves approximately 2.7 million residents and operates as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit funded through grants and donations.

For additional information, visit:
diablofiresafe.org

Position

Executive Director

Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Executive Director will oversee DFSC’s operations, programs, fundraising efforts, grant administration, and long-term organizational growth.

The Executive Director will provide strategic and operational leadership while helping position DFSC as a trusted source of wildfire prevention knowledge and community engagement.

Employment Type

Part-time

Remote

Independent Contractor

Current contract funded through January 1, 2027

Potential opportunity to transition into a full-time salaried role subject to future funding

Key Responsibilities

Manage active grants, including reporting, invoicing, deliverables, and stakeholder meetings

Provide oversight of organizational programs and initiatives

Support Board operations, including board meetings, governance activities, and board recruitment

Facilitate Executive Committee and staff meetings

Lead grant writing and grant management activities

Develop and execute fundraising initiatives

Build relationships with government agencies, nonprofit organizations, and community stakeholders

Conduct outreach and partnership development activities

Represent the organization through public engagement and stakeholder communications

Qualifications

Wildfire & Environmental Knowledge

Experience in wildfire prevention, planning, vegetation management, or related fields

Knowledge of wildfire safety principles, defensible space practices, fire-safe landscaping, and home hardening strategies

Nonprofit Leadership

Experience managing nonprofit organizations, programs, policies, and procedures

Demonstrated success working with Boards of Directors

Ability to assess organizational, administrative, and budgetary challenges and implement solutions

Grant & Financial Management

Experience preparing grant applications, invoices, progress reports, budgets, and expense reports

Strong grant administration and compliance capabilities

Communications & Public Relations

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Experience working with government agencies and diverse stakeholder groups

Public relations experience, including reputation management and strategic communications

Ability to prepare professional communications and press releases

Comfortable speaking at community meetings and public events

Operational Skills

Experience planning and managing projects, programs, and events

Proficiency with Google Workspace, including Docs, Sheets, Slides, Forms, and Drive

Proficiency using Zoom and virtual meeting tools

Strong organizational skills with the ability to work independently

Experience developing partnerships with mission-aligned organizations

Application Information

Application Deadline:
June 19, 2026 (or until filled)

To Apply:

Submit a resume and cover letter via email to:
jobs@diablofiresafe.org

Subject Line:
DFSC Executive Director

Applications and inquiries will be treated confidentially.

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