Opportunities to work with HHFT
Job opportunities and bid solicitations for the Hudson Highlands Fjord Trail
Director of Finance and Operations
Hudson Highlands Fjord Trail, Inc. (HHFT) is seeking a hard-working and dedicated professional to serve as its Director of Finance and Operations. We are looking for a driven, results-oriented candidate with excellent written and verbal communication skills; a strategic thought leader who can succeed in a collaborative setting; and a commitment to the environment and outdoor recreation. The ability to handle multiple projects, think ‘outside the box’ and collaborate with other groups is essential.
The Director of Finance and Operations will be primarily responsible to the Executive Director and will oversee all financial and operational matters of the organization. In addition, this position will work in collaboration with the Chief Finance & Operations Officer and finance and operations team of Scenic Hudson, Inc., a related organization, under a services agreement whereby Scenic Hudson provides HHFT with accounting, payroll, payables and other basic financial support.
This position reports directly to the Executive Director.
About HHFT/Scenic Hudson
HHFT/Scenic Hudson is an Equal Opportunity Employer promoting cultural diversity and excellence. We are committed to the values of diversity, equity and inclusion, and strive to serve all of the people of the Hudson Valley by evaluating our projects, strategic initiatives and outcomes through that lens.
The above position affords the opportunity to join the growing team that will ultimately build, manage, and develop programming for the park.
About the Hudson Highlands Fjord Trail
The Hudson Highlands Fjord Trail will be a 7.5 mile riverfront linear park in the Highlands region of the Hudson River Valley. Construction is slated to begin in early 2023. The Fjord Trail will emphasize accessibility to a variety of outdoor experiences for all ages and abilities to enjoy – from rugged hikes to shoreline promenades to immersive forest and marsh meanders. Hudson Highlands Fjord Trail, Inc. is an independently operating nonprofit subsidiary of Scenic Hudson, Inc.
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