Executive Director

Job Description
Type of Job: 
Full-Time
Main Areas of Responsibility: 

The Executive Director is the chief executive officer of Searchlight New Mexico, and is hired by and reports to the Board of Directors. The Executive Director is responsible for setting and meeting financial goals, and works with the Executive Editor to make sure Searchlight meets its mission to produce investigative journalism that affects public policy in New Mexico.

Additional Areas of Responsibility: 

The Executive Director carries out plans and policies authorized by the Board, maintaining official records and documents to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.

Other Information/Requirements: 

Searchlight is based in Santa Fe; however, qualified candidates located elsewhere in New Mexico will also be considered.

How to Apply: 

Please submit a resume and cover letter outlining your qualifications and interest in the position to Kristina Melcher at [email protected].

Salary Range: 
85,000 to 120,000 DOE
Contact Information
Name: 
Kristina Melcher
Agency/Organization: 
Address: 
City: 
Santa Fe
State: 
New Mexico
Zip/Postal Code: 
87594
Business Phone: 
505.819.1694
Business Fax: 
Email Address: 
Internal Info
Date to Post: 
Feb 19 2025
Date to Remove: 
Apr 30 2025

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