Director of Black Water Acres in Alden, NY
The Arc Erie County NY Posted: 2026-03-18
Alden, NY 14004
Salary Range: $90,000 - $115,000/ annually
Director of Black Water AcresLocation: Alden, NY I Full-Time, Exempt, $90k - $115k (annual- based on experience)
The Arc Erie County NY is seeking a visionary leader to launch, develop and oversee Black Water Acres- a new, 150-acre inclusive property combining agriculture, hospitality, and programming for children and adults with developmental disabilities. This unique opportunity will build an innovative, sensory-informed destination that promotes inclusion, learning and community connection
Reporting to the CEO, the Director will manage all operations including horticulture, event and hospitality services, property management, and program development.
This role will also collaborate with leaders within our agency programs such as our Day Habilitation, Support Employment (SEMP), Community-Based Pre-Vocational (CPV) Respite, and ACCES-VR.
Qualifications:
Master’s degree (business administration, Nonprofit Management, Human Services, Horticulture and/or Agriculture, Hospitality, Special Education, Rehabilitation Counseling or another closely related developmental disabilities field) + 7 years of leadership experience Or Bachelor’s degree (same as above) + 10 years of leadership experience
Must have knowledge of OPWDD programs and regulation (required)
Proven success in launching and managing large-scale projects.
Strong strategic, financial and team leadership skills
This position also includes:
- Affordable health, dental, vision, and life insurance
- Excellent work-life balance
- Room for advancement
- On demand pay
- Working with experienced management
- Paid training
- Automatic Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Tuition Reimbursement
- 10 paid holidays off
- Employee discounts
Help shape the future of Black Waters Acres- where innovation, nature and opportunity meet!
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