The Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation (RMEF) is a mission-driven non-profit dedicated to ensuring the future of elk, other wildlife, their habitat and our hunting heritage. Since our founding in 1984, we have helped conserve nearly one square mile of elk country every day. In partnership with others, we have conserved or enhanced more than 9.2 million acres, including improving public access to more than 1.6 million acres. Our impact will extend to 10 million acres by 2030. 

Building on this momentum, RMEF is seeking an experienced and strategic General Counsel to serve as a key advisor to the leadership team and Board of Directors. This role is responsible for guiding the organization’s legal strategy, ensuring compliance, managing risk, and supporting mission-critical initiatives across the organization.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local laws and regulations
• Providing strategic legal guidance to RMEF’s leadership team and Board of Directors
• Reviewing, negotiating, and managing contracts
• Developing and implementing policies for various legal and business matters
• Overseeing and managing litigation
• Supporting mission-driving initiatives including but not limited to land acquisitions, conservation easements, and philanthropic development
• Advising on employment law and related matters

This is an unparalleled opportunity for a senior legal professional to help shape the future of conservation in a dynamic, mission-driven environment. 

Location:  RMEF’s General Counsel position is based at RMEF’s Headquarters office in Missoula, Montana – providing the opportunity to pair strategic leadership with Montana’s outdoor lifestyle.

Qualifications include:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
• Licensed to practice law
• Ten or more years of legal experience in the following areas:
  • Non-profit law (e.g., fundraising, donations, tax exempt, compliance, regulations)
  • Land acquisitions, environmental law, conservation easements
  • Corporate/nonprofit governance and Board advisory experience
  • Employment law
  • Contract drafting, negotiating, and operationalizing compliance
  • Privacy, data security and cybersecurity
  • Managing and hiring outside counsel
  • Managing staff

RMEF offers competitive compensation including a generous benefit package. 

About Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation (RMEF)

The Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation (RMEF) - Conserving America's Big Game: RMEF is a mission-driven non-profit dedicated to ensuring the future of elk, other wildlife, their habitat and our hunting heritage. Since our founding in 1984, we have helped conserve nearly one square mile of elk country every day. In partnership with others, we have conserved or enhanced more than 9.2 million acres, including improving public access to more than 1.6 million acres. Our impact will extend to 10 million acres by 2030. RMEF is dedicated to conserving America's big game across the United States. Hunters drive this mission, providing vital funding for habitat, wildlife and access.

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