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Careers

Interested in joining the Partridge Creek Compost team?
This page lists our current job openings and ways to get involved in our work. If no positions are listed, check back soon! New opportunities open as our organization grows.

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Current Open Positions

Executive Director

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Lead a thriving nonprofit at the intersection of sustainability, community, and innovation.
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At Partridge Creek Compost, we’re building a circular economy from the ground up. By transforming food waste into healthy soil, we’re strengthening the resilience of communities across Michigan’s Upper Peninsula.

 

We’re currently seeking a strategic, hands-on Executive Director to lead our organization through its next stage of growth and sustainability.

 

📍 Location: Ishpeming, Michigan (Hybrid Remote)

💼 Type: Full-Time | Flexible Schedule

💰 Compensation: $40,000/year to start (with opportunity for rapid growth)

🗓️ Applications accepted through November 30, 2025

🗓️ Target hire date: December 15, 2025

 

The Opportunity

Partridge Creek Compost operates Michigan’s first fully Part-115 compliant composting facility and the Upper Peninsula’s only curbside compost pickup service. With a strong operational foundation, growing customer base, and deep community partnerships, we’re positioned for expansion and long-term stability.

 

The Executive Director will provide strategic and financial leadership, strengthen partnerships, and advance PCC’s mission to reduce waste, regenerate soil, and build a resilient local food system.

 

This is a unique opportunity for a results-oriented leader to shape the future of an established yet entrepreneurial nonprofit at a critical inflection point.

 

Key Responsibilities

 

  • Expand and diversify revenue through partnerships, grants, and earned income.

  • Oversee operations, compliance, and finances to maintain organizational stability.

  • Lead and support a small team while fostering an inclusive, collaborative culture.

  • Represent PCC publicly through outreach, communications, and partnerships.

  • Develop and execute strategies that scale organics diversion and community engagement.

 

Qualifications

 

  • 1–5 years of leadership or management experience (nonprofit or small business preferred).

  • Strong communication and relationship-building skills.

  • Financial and operational acumen; experience managing budgets and compliance.

  • Commitment to sustainability, waste reduction, and circular economy principles.

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Applications will be accepted through November 30, 2025, with the goal of hiring by December 15, 2025.

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