Executive Director (Oklahoma City, OK)

About the Organization
The Oklahoma Energy Resources Board (OERB) is one of the most distinctive public-benefitenergy organizations in the country and is funded by almost 3,000 companies from Oklahoma’soil and natural gas industry.

We are known as The People of Oklahoma Oil and Natural Gas.

The organization is funded voluntarily by Oklahoma oil and natural gas producers and royaltyowners through a one-tenth of 1% assessment on oil and natural gas sales and remains the gold standard for programs of this kind.

We exist to help Oklahomans understand the value of the oil and gas industry, advance the prudentuse of energy, promote responsible production, support research and education, strengthen thefuture of Oklahoma’s natural resources, and restore land impacted by often decades-old historicaloilfield activity. Ours is a mission rooted in stewardship, public trust, and the long-term well-beingof Oklahoma.

We work to help Oklahomans better understand that our industry remains critical to the state ofOklahoma’s economy, communities, and future.

Position Summary
The Executive Director serves as the chief ambassador for the OERB - The People of OklahomaOil and Natural Gas - and works closely with the Board of Directors and key stakeholders to fulfillthe mission of the organization and to provide lasting relevance and impact.

In this role, they will lead with a clear sense of responsibility to the people who voluntarily fundit and the people of the state it serves. This includes connecting with industry and non-industryaudiences, media, state elected officials and communities across Oklahoma.

This person will also work to develop programs and ensure the long-term sustainability and impactof the organization. This is an opportunity to lead an organization with tangible statutory purposeand visible statewide impact.

Key Responsibilities
Serve as the organization’s chief public representative and primary voice throughmeaningful engagement and strategic partnerships, advancing its mission with credibilityacross media, education, government, and industry institutions and platforms.
Facilitate and maintain an open dialogue with the producers, non-operating partners,royalty owners, and the vendors of the people of Oklahoma’s oil and gas industry, thatsupport the organization with voluntary funding and giving of their time and efforts.
Provide transparency as to the organization’s efforts toward the mission with a focus onthe return on investment of the voluntary funders of the organization is paramount.
Lead the development and execution of strategic initiatives and public outreach.
Provide visionary leadership to staff, partners and stakeholders and ensure alignment withthe organizations’ mission and strategic goals.
Oversee budgeting, financial management, and the responsible stewardship oforganizational resources.
Cultivate partnerships with industry, state and local leaders, educators, policy makers andcommunity organizations. and the public to fulfill the mission of the organization.
Guide marketing, branding, and communications to elevate public awareness and support
Foster a culture of innovation that uses modern technology, digital tools, and data-driveninsight to improve performance, expand reach, and strengthen impact.
Pursue cutting-edge and novel approaches to fulfill the statutory mission of theorganization, which is: To help Oklahomans understand the value of the oil and gasindustry, advance the wise use of energy, promote responsible production, supportresearch and education, strengthen the future of Oklahoma’s natural resources, andrestore land impacted by often decades-old historical oilfield activity.
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Qualifications, Skills and Competencies
Demonstrated ability to serve as the public face of an organization and represent it withcredibility across diverse audiences.
Knowledge of the oil and natural gas industry and the issues shaping its future.
Passionate about the responsible production of oil and natural gas and its impact on modernlife.
A commitment to education and energy literacy.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including strong public speaking andexecutive presence.
Experience leading teams, setting culture, and driving organizational alignment andperformance.
Proven ability to build trust and work effectively with boards, staff, donors, industryleaders, educators, public officials, and community stakeholders.
Strong strategic judgment, with the ability to translate mission into clear priorities,measurable outcomes, and lasting impact.
Experience leading change, guiding growth, and strengthening organizations throughperiods of evolution or modernization.
High emotional intelligence and sound judgment, skilled in consensus-building andnavigating diverse stakeholder perspectives.
Commitment to stewardship, accountability, and mission-driven leadership.
Comfort with modern technology, digital tools, and data-informed decision-making.
Demonstrated ability to identify opportunities, solve problems, and lead with initiative.

Reporting Structure
The Executive Director reports to the Board of Directors of the Oklahoma Energy ResourcesBoard as well as the President of the Oklahoma Independent Petroleum Foundation (OIPF) andcoordinates day-to-day activities of a staff of ~10 full-time employees (+1 or 2 individualcontractors).

Work Environment & Travel
Based in Oklahoma City with regular in-state travel and occasional national travelrequired.
Frequent public and media engagements as well as frequent engagement and presentations tolegislative, educational, and industry groups.
In person 5 days a week.

Schnake Turnbo Frank is an executive search and recruiting partner with the Oklahoma Energy Resource Board.

This is a management position
This is a full time position