Commonweal is seeking an experienced and creative leader to fill the position of Executive Director (ED). Commonweal, founded in 1976,  is a nonprofit institute with programs in health, the environment and education. Commonweal is located in beautiful coastal Bolinas, California, an hour north of San Francisco.  Commonweal has a capable staff of 30 and highly regarded programs for cancer patients, health care professionals, environmental health, ocean policy reform, juvenile justice reform, permaculture gardening, adult education and more. Situated on a 100 acre site that includes a twenty-bed retreat facility, a permaculture garden and a dozen buildings, Commonweal has a national reputation for excellence in its work.

The candidate must have at least five years of high-level nonprofit experience, strong leadership skills, demonstrated fundraising skills, a strong grasp of fiscal management, and excellent writing and speaking skills.  Common sense, kindness and a sense of humor are essential.  Please go to www.commonweal.org/EDjobdescription for a more complete job description. Please send resume and cover letter to Search Committee P.O. Box 316, Bolinas, CA 94924 or  e-mail to EDSearch@Commonweal.org.  Start date is immediate.