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posted_at: 2 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
Overview
The National Audubon Society is a nonprofit conservation organization that protects birds and the places they need, today and tomorrow. We work throughout the Americas using science, advocacy, education, and on-the-ground conservation. Audubon’s state, regional, national, and international programs, nature centers, and chapters have an unparalleled wingspan that reaches millions of... people each year to inform, inspire, and unite diverse
Overview
The National Audubon Society is a nonprofit conservation organization that protects birds and the places they need, today and tomorrow. We work throughout the Americas using science, advocacy, education, and on-the-ground conservation. Audubon’s state, regional, national, and international programs, nature centers, and chapters have an unparalleled wingspan that reaches millions of... people each year to inform, inspire, and unite diverse communities in conservation action. As a sentinel species, we recognize that the fate of birds is inextricably tied to the fate of us all.
Audubon has more than 700 staff working across the United States and seven countries in 17 state and regional offices, 41 nature centers, and 23 wildlife sanctuaries. Together as one Audubon, we aspire to alter the course of climate change and habitat loss, leading to healthier bird populations and reversing current trends in biodiversity loss.
Audubon is committed to a culture of workplace excellence, where our talented and diverse staff are deeply engaged, with a strong sense of belonging. The birds Audubon pledges to protect differ in color, size, behavior, geographical preference, and countless other ways. By honoring and celebrating the equally remarkable diversity of the human species, Audubon will bring new creativity, effectiveness, and leadership to our work throughout the hemisphere.
Position Summary
The Senior Project Manager, Great Salt Lake Watershed Enhancement Trust (GSLWET or Trust) will develop and partner to implement water transactions and habitat projects to benefit the hydrology of Great Salt Lake and its wetlands. This position reports to the GSLWET Executive Director and works closely with our partner, The Nature Conservancy of Utah (TNC). Additionally, they will work a broad range of external partners, including farmers, wetland managers, canal company managers, local, state, and federal agencies, community members, and other conservation organizations, as we launch the water Trust.
The Goals Of The Trust Include
GSLWET has been established pursuant to an Act passed by the Utah Legislature in 2022.
• Supporting voluntary water leases and acquisitions to retain existing flows or enhance flows and improve water quality and quantity for wildlife areas at the lake.
• Funding efforts to protect and restore upstream wetlands and habitats in the Great Salt Lake's surrounding ecosystem to benefit the hydrology of the Great Salt Lake.
• Funding assessments to identify priority areas and protect essential habitats and hydrology connected with the lake, including areas providing return flow and groundwater recharge.
• Working with other partners to identify and address infrastructure needs and projects to improve water distribution or otherwise respond to low water levels and rising salinity in the lake.
• Supporting water management and planning efforts with key stakeholders.
The ideal candidate will have water acquisition and leasing transaction experience, knowledge of agricultural irrigation practices and experience working in the agricultural sector, preferably wetland or other conservation experience. The Project Manager must be able to work with a variety of partners, manage complex projects, communicate and work with private landowners, and should have a passion for science-based conservation and preserving Great Salt Lake and its wetlands.
Compensation
$70,000 - $80,000 / year
Essential Functions
• In coordination with GWLET staff, oversee efforts to identify, develop, prioritize, and work with landowners, wetland managers, water rights owners, and water managers to secure water and improve flows to Great Salt Lake.
• Develop active partnerships with farmers, landowners and land managers, as well as federal, state, and municipal agencies, and conservation organization to implement farm management and wetland practices to benefit the Great Salt Lake ecosystem and improve wildlife habitat through restoration and enhancement projects.
• Partner with stakeholders to ensure sound science is applied to further the acquisition of knowledge to inform water savings through on or off-farm management practices.
• Coordinate large-scale science and monitoring efforts, working with GSLWET staff to achieve Trust goals.
• Working with the Executive Director and GSLWET staff, seek opportunities to raise the profile and disseminate information about GSLWET to a broad audience through presentations, public speaking, meeting participation.
• Assist the GSLWET Executive Director and development staff to identify and secure program funding, including identifying grant opportunities and fulfilling reporting requirements.
• Coordinate with the GSWLET Program Director to manage project budgets, reporting requirements, and complex finances from multiple sources.
• Oversee consultants, as needed, by establishing work objectives and priorities
• Partner with Audubon staff to ensure equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging principles are incorporated into our GSLWET work.
• Other job-related duties as assigned
Qualifications And Experience
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, hydrology, ecology, natural resources management, or related field, advance degree a plus. An equivalent combination of education and experience will also be considered.
• 5+ years project management experience with demonstrated success developing collaborative conservation strategies and working with diverse stakeholders.
• Experience working on field research or monitoring projects; work in an agricultural setting a plus.
• Experience with science-based conservation initiatives and/or on-the-ground restoration efforts., desired
• Knowledge and appreciation of the current issues facing the Great Salt Lake watershed, desired.
• Knowledge of water distribution and management practices desired.
• Strong project management skills, including but not limited to setting and implementing effective goals and objectives, problem-solving, time management, contract and grant management, creating and maintaining collaborations with other organizations, developing public awareness activities, preparing reports, etc.
• Strong leadership skills, including the ability to collaborate with partners, and manage teams and projects ethically and in a timely manner.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate with colleagues at all levels across the organization.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, including public speaking and presentations, that can be adapted to reach a wide range of individuals and used to build consensus. Ability to synthesize and communicate technical and complex information to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Demonstrated experience with grant writing, writing scientific reports or papers, and writing for a general, non-science audience, desired.
• Experience working with multigenerational audiences and diverse cultural communities and a commitment to increasing equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging as a core component of our work.
• A self-starter with demonstrated ability to work independently and effectively manage a complex workflow.
• Exceptional organizational ability, attention to detail and a can-do attitude are essential.
• Familiarity with wetland management and wildlife needs in managed wetland habitats desired.
• Demonstrated interest in, and a commitment to conservation.
• A working knowledge of the latest ArcGIS/ArcGIS Pro technology preferred.
• Willing to conduct some in-state travel, occasional out-of-state travel and be comfortable with working evenings and weekends as job responsibilities demand.
• A flexible approach to work and willingness to take on new projects or tasks as needed.
• Ability to engage in outdoor activity and endure outdoor field conditions including cold and wet winter weather and extreme heat with or without accommodation.
• Valid driver's license required.
This position is represented by the Communications Workers of America (CWA).
EEO Statement
The National Audubon Society is a federal contractor and an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to a policy of nondiscrimination, inclusion and equal opportunity and actively seek a diverse pool of candidates in this search.
Accessibility Statement
The National Audubon Society endeavors to keep our careers site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact Accommodations@audubon.org . This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
COVID Policy
All new hires must be fully vaccinated prior to their start of employment unless they are pre-qualified by HR for exemption Show more details...
The National Audubon Society is a nonprofit conservation organization that protects birds and the places they need, today and tomorrow. We work throughout the Americas using science, advocacy, education, and on-the-ground conservation. Audubon’s state, regional, national, and international programs, nature centers, and chapters have an unparalleled wingspan that reaches millions of... people each year to inform, inspire, and unite diverse communities in conservation action. As a sentinel species, we recognize that the fate of birds is inextricably tied to the fate of us all.
Audubon has more than 700 staff working across the United States and seven countries in 17 state and regional offices, 41 nature centers, and 23 wildlife sanctuaries. Together as one Audubon, we aspire to alter the course of climate change and habitat loss, leading to healthier bird populations and reversing current trends in biodiversity loss.
Audubon is committed to a culture of workplace excellence, where our talented and diverse staff are deeply engaged, with a strong sense of belonging. The birds Audubon pledges to protect differ in color, size, behavior, geographical preference, and countless other ways. By honoring and celebrating the equally remarkable diversity of the human species, Audubon will bring new creativity, effectiveness, and leadership to our work throughout the hemisphere.
Position Summary
The Senior Project Manager, Great Salt Lake Watershed Enhancement Trust (GSLWET or Trust) will develop and partner to implement water transactions and habitat projects to benefit the hydrology of Great Salt Lake and its wetlands. This position reports to the GSLWET Executive Director and works closely with our partner, The Nature Conservancy of Utah (TNC). Additionally, they will work a broad range of external partners, including farmers, wetland managers, canal company managers, local, state, and federal agencies, community members, and other conservation organizations, as we launch the water Trust.
The Goals Of The Trust Include
GSLWET has been established pursuant to an Act passed by the Utah Legislature in 2022.
• Supporting voluntary water leases and acquisitions to retain existing flows or enhance flows and improve water quality and quantity for wildlife areas at the lake.
• Funding efforts to protect and restore upstream wetlands and habitats in the Great Salt Lake's surrounding ecosystem to benefit the hydrology of the Great Salt Lake.
• Funding assessments to identify priority areas and protect essential habitats and hydrology connected with the lake, including areas providing return flow and groundwater recharge.
• Working with other partners to identify and address infrastructure needs and projects to improve water distribution or otherwise respond to low water levels and rising salinity in the lake.
• Supporting water management and planning efforts with key stakeholders.
The ideal candidate will have water acquisition and leasing transaction experience, knowledge of agricultural irrigation practices and experience working in the agricultural sector, preferably wetland or other conservation experience. The Project Manager must be able to work with a variety of partners, manage complex projects, communicate and work with private landowners, and should have a passion for science-based conservation and preserving Great Salt Lake and its wetlands.
Compensation
$70,000 - $80,000 / year
Essential Functions
• In coordination with GWLET staff, oversee efforts to identify, develop, prioritize, and work with landowners, wetland managers, water rights owners, and water managers to secure water and improve flows to Great Salt Lake.
• Develop active partnerships with farmers, landowners and land managers, as well as federal, state, and municipal agencies, and conservation organization to implement farm management and wetland practices to benefit the Great Salt Lake ecosystem and improve wildlife habitat through restoration and enhancement projects.
• Partner with stakeholders to ensure sound science is applied to further the acquisition of knowledge to inform water savings through on or off-farm management practices.
• Coordinate large-scale science and monitoring efforts, working with GSLWET staff to achieve Trust goals.
• Working with the Executive Director and GSLWET staff, seek opportunities to raise the profile and disseminate information about GSLWET to a broad audience through presentations, public speaking, meeting participation.
• Assist the GSLWET Executive Director and development staff to identify and secure program funding, including identifying grant opportunities and fulfilling reporting requirements.
• Coordinate with the GSWLET Program Director to manage project budgets, reporting requirements, and complex finances from multiple sources.
• Oversee consultants, as needed, by establishing work objectives and priorities
• Partner with Audubon staff to ensure equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging principles are incorporated into our GSLWET work.
• Other job-related duties as assigned
Qualifications And Experience
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, hydrology, ecology, natural resources management, or related field, advance degree a plus. An equivalent combination of education and experience will also be considered.
• 5+ years project management experience with demonstrated success developing collaborative conservation strategies and working with diverse stakeholders.
• Experience working on field research or monitoring projects; work in an agricultural setting a plus.
• Experience with science-based conservation initiatives and/or on-the-ground restoration efforts., desired
• Knowledge and appreciation of the current issues facing the Great Salt Lake watershed, desired.
• Knowledge of water distribution and management practices desired.
• Strong project management skills, including but not limited to setting and implementing effective goals and objectives, problem-solving, time management, contract and grant management, creating and maintaining collaborations with other organizations, developing public awareness activities, preparing reports, etc.
• Strong leadership skills, including the ability to collaborate with partners, and manage teams and projects ethically and in a timely manner.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate with colleagues at all levels across the organization.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, including public speaking and presentations, that can be adapted to reach a wide range of individuals and used to build consensus. Ability to synthesize and communicate technical and complex information to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Demonstrated experience with grant writing, writing scientific reports or papers, and writing for a general, non-science audience, desired.
• Experience working with multigenerational audiences and diverse cultural communities and a commitment to increasing equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging as a core component of our work.
• A self-starter with demonstrated ability to work independently and effectively manage a complex workflow.
• Exceptional organizational ability, attention to detail and a can-do attitude are essential.
• Familiarity with wetland management and wildlife needs in managed wetland habitats desired.
• Demonstrated interest in, and a commitment to conservation.
• A working knowledge of the latest ArcGIS/ArcGIS Pro technology preferred.
• Willing to conduct some in-state travel, occasional out-of-state travel and be comfortable with working evenings and weekends as job responsibilities demand.
• A flexible approach to work and willingness to take on new projects or tasks as needed.
• Ability to engage in outdoor activity and endure outdoor field conditions including cold and wet winter weather and extreme heat with or without accommodation.
• Valid driver's license required.
This position is represented by the Communications Workers of America (CWA).
EEO Statement
The National Audubon Society is a federal contractor and an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to a policy of nondiscrimination, inclusion and equal opportunity and actively seek a diverse pool of candidates in this search.
Accessibility Statement
The National Audubon Society endeavors to keep our careers site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact Accommodations@audubon.org . This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
COVID Policy
All new hires must be fully vaccinated prior to their start of employment unless they are pre-qualified by HR for exemption Show more details...
via Job Listings At National Audubon Society - ICIMS
posted_at: 27 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
Overview
The National Audubon Society is a nonprofit conservation organization that protects birds and the places they need, today and tomorrow. We work throughout the Americas using science, advocacy, education, and on-the-ground conservation. Audubon’s state, regional, national, and international programs, nature centers, and chapters have an unparalleled wingspan that reaches millions of... people each year to inform, inspire, and unite diverse
Overview
The National Audubon Society is a nonprofit conservation organization that protects birds and the places they need, today and tomorrow. We work throughout the Americas using science, advocacy, education, and on-the-ground conservation. Audubon’s state, regional, national, and international programs, nature centers, and chapters have an unparalleled wingspan that reaches millions of... people each year to inform, inspire, and unite diverse communities in conservation action. As a sentinel species, we recognize that the fate of birds is inextricably tied to the fate of us all.
Audubon has more than 700 staff working across the United States and seven countries in 17 state and regional offices, 41 nature centers, and 23 wildlife sanctuaries. Together as one Audubon, we aspire to alter the course of climate change and habitat loss, leading to healthier bird populations and reversing current trends in biodiversity loss.
Audubon is committed to a culture of workplace excellence, where our talented and diverse staff are deeply engaged, with a strong sense of belonging. The birds Audubon pledges to protect differ in color, size, behavior, geographical preference, and countless other ways. By honoring and celebrating the equally remarkable diversity of the human species, Audubon will bring new creativity, effectiveness, and leadership to our work throughout the hemisphere.
Position Summary
The regional offices of the National Audubon Society are leaders and integral members of a community of conservation practice, establishing innovative programs to protect, conserve, and enhance habitat for a wide variety of bird species throughout the upper Midwest and beyond.
The Grassland Ecologists will work closely with local landowners to implement working lands programs, including the Audubon Conservation Ranching (ACR) Program and a variety of voluntary range and grassland conservation tools. The Grassland Ecologist will work in partnership within a community of conservation groups including sustainable agriculture organizations, and agencies to deliver robust private landowner programming. These working lands programs aim to improve private landowners’ ability to practice bird-friendly land management. The Grassland Ecologist will be responsible for engaging, cultivating, and enrolling landowners into these programs and assisting them with implementation of innovative land management practices.
Utilizing habitat management plans (HMPs), the Grassland Ecologist will partner with landowners to determine land management goals and ensure program compliance. These HMPs support practices such as adaptive grazing, prescribed fire, grass and rangeland restoration, invasive species removal, and establishing rotational grazing infrastructure. HMPs rely on the designation of priority grassland bird species for each ranch or project site. The Grassland Ecologist will also conduct and/or support vegetation, bird, and soil monitoring to ensure landowners are compliant with program goals and are enhancing their grasslands to benefit grassland birds.
There are two open positions, one based in Minnesota as part of the Audubon Minnesota Iowa Missouri regional office, and another based in Wisconsin as part of the Audubon Great Lakes regional office.
Compensation:
$52,500 / year plus benefits
Essential Functions
• Proactively connect with and liaise with landowners and provide excellent technical service to agricultural producers participating in Audubon’s working lands conservation programs. Specifically,
• Facilitate demand for Audubon conservation programs through partnerships with local agencies and organizations.
• Connect with local conservation professionals, organizations, and landowners to deliver programs and recruit new participants.
• Provide timely access to financial assistance programs for enrolled ranches, through Audubon, local, state, and federal financial assistance opportunities.
• Refer producers to partner conservation programs when applicable.
• Establish and maintain professional relationships with ranchers and landowners participating in Audubon’s working lands programs.
• Communicate program goals and work with rancher/landowner to develop site-specific farm habitat conservation plans for each assigned ranch or project.
• Execute agreements and plan projects for landowners participating in financial assistance conservation programs.
• Facilitate enrollment process and assist Audubon project budget tracking.
• Advocate for science-supported habitat management on partner lands.
• Establish habitat management plans using SMART (specific, measurable, attainable, realistic, and time sensitive) goals on all enrolled program ranches.
• Conduct or coordinate essential avian and grassland monitoring on program lands.
• Identify monitoring needs regarding avian and vegetation and implement monitoring techniques to address land use, avian density and occupancy, and vegetation response to disturbance.
• Partner with working lands staff to implement, track, and report on habitat enhancement projects.
• In close collaboration with the regional and national teams, manage project budgets, reporting requirements, and third-party contracts.
• Help identify, develop and write grants to government agencies and foundations to fund projects related to Audubon Conservation work.
• Coordinate local events targeted at youth, professionals, or the general community to share expertise.
• Maintain excellent communication with supervisor, supporting partner organization, and administrative staff.
• Participate in partner meetings and conferences.
• Identify and participate in opportunities that allow for continued professional growth aimed at improving skills related to grassland management and avian conservation.
• Attend training events held by local partners, such as NRCS, USFWS, State DNR, Migratory Bird Joint Ventures, Conservation NGOs, and others.
• Serve as a resource for local producers and partners.
• Plan and participate in landowner workshops and other educational events.
• Represent Audubon at events to promote and educate the public on Audubon’s working lands programs, grassland bird conservation, and grassland management practices.
• Partner with Audubon staff to ensure equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging principles are incorporated in our conservation programs.
• Other duties as the job requires.
Qualifications and Experience
• Bachelor’s degree in range management, ecology, natural resources management, wildlife management, regenerative agriculture or related field required, advanced degree is preferred but not required. Equivalent combination of education and experience will also be considered.
• A minimum of 3 years of experience with project development/coordination, conservation planning or similar work.
• Experience working with local agencies and familiarity with agricultural cost-share and incentive programs.
• Experience coordinating/facilitating field days, workshops, webinars, and/or symposiums.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, including public speaking, public presentation, and the ability to synthesize and communicate technical and complex information to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Strong project management skills, including but not limited to setting and implementing effective goals and objectives, problem-solving, time management, contract and grant management, creating and maintaining collaborations with other organizations, developing public awareness activities, preparing reports, etc.
• Ability to effectively communicate with a wide range of individuals (e.g. conservation partners, private landowners and ranchers, volunteers, and local community members).
• Experience working with multigenerational audiences and diverse cultural communities and a commitment to increasing equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging as a core component of our work.
• Experience with grassland plant identification and management.
• Experience with avian identification and understanding of life histories and ranges, habitat associations, and management implications.
• Familiarity with common grassland management activities and grazing systems.
• Experience with sampling methods, wildlife surveys, and wildlife habitat management.
• Knowledge and appreciation of Midwest ranching/grazing culture, range management issues, and sustainable ranching practices.
• Working knowledge of ArcGIS, GPS and other GIS technologies.
• Proficiency with Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and other key Microsoft Office and web-based products.
• Must be able to work autonomously and within a team.
• Possess valid driver’s license for safe operation of 4-wheel drive vehicles.
• Comfort driving on unpaved surfaces
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs with or without accommodation.
• Must be comfortable with extensive day travel and occasional overnight travel, as necessary. Willingness to work occasional weekends and evenings as the job demands.
This position is represented by the Communications Workers of America (CWA).
EEO Statement
The National Audubon Society is a federal contractor and an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to a policy of nondiscrimination, inclusion and equal opportunity and actively seek a diverse pool of candidates in this search.
Accessibility Statement
The National Audubon Society endeavors to keep our careers site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact Accommodations@audubon.org. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
COVID Policy
All new hires must be fully vaccinated prior to their start of employment unless they are pre-qualified by HR for exemption Show more details...
The National Audubon Society is a nonprofit conservation organization that protects birds and the places they need, today and tomorrow. We work throughout the Americas using science, advocacy, education, and on-the-ground conservation. Audubon’s state, regional, national, and international programs, nature centers, and chapters have an unparalleled wingspan that reaches millions of... people each year to inform, inspire, and unite diverse communities in conservation action. As a sentinel species, we recognize that the fate of birds is inextricably tied to the fate of us all.
Audubon has more than 700 staff working across the United States and seven countries in 17 state and regional offices, 41 nature centers, and 23 wildlife sanctuaries. Together as one Audubon, we aspire to alter the course of climate change and habitat loss, leading to healthier bird populations and reversing current trends in biodiversity loss.
Audubon is committed to a culture of workplace excellence, where our talented and diverse staff are deeply engaged, with a strong sense of belonging. The birds Audubon pledges to protect differ in color, size, behavior, geographical preference, and countless other ways. By honoring and celebrating the equally remarkable diversity of the human species, Audubon will bring new creativity, effectiveness, and leadership to our work throughout the hemisphere.
Position Summary
The regional offices of the National Audubon Society are leaders and integral members of a community of conservation practice, establishing innovative programs to protect, conserve, and enhance habitat for a wide variety of bird species throughout the upper Midwest and beyond.
The Grassland Ecologists will work closely with local landowners to implement working lands programs, including the Audubon Conservation Ranching (ACR) Program and a variety of voluntary range and grassland conservation tools. The Grassland Ecologist will work in partnership within a community of conservation groups including sustainable agriculture organizations, and agencies to deliver robust private landowner programming. These working lands programs aim to improve private landowners’ ability to practice bird-friendly land management. The Grassland Ecologist will be responsible for engaging, cultivating, and enrolling landowners into these programs and assisting them with implementation of innovative land management practices.
Utilizing habitat management plans (HMPs), the Grassland Ecologist will partner with landowners to determine land management goals and ensure program compliance. These HMPs support practices such as adaptive grazing, prescribed fire, grass and rangeland restoration, invasive species removal, and establishing rotational grazing infrastructure. HMPs rely on the designation of priority grassland bird species for each ranch or project site. The Grassland Ecologist will also conduct and/or support vegetation, bird, and soil monitoring to ensure landowners are compliant with program goals and are enhancing their grasslands to benefit grassland birds.
There are two open positions, one based in Minnesota as part of the Audubon Minnesota Iowa Missouri regional office, and another based in Wisconsin as part of the Audubon Great Lakes regional office.
Compensation:
$52,500 / year plus benefits
Essential Functions
• Proactively connect with and liaise with landowners and provide excellent technical service to agricultural producers participating in Audubon’s working lands conservation programs. Specifically,
• Facilitate demand for Audubon conservation programs through partnerships with local agencies and organizations.
• Connect with local conservation professionals, organizations, and landowners to deliver programs and recruit new participants.
• Provide timely access to financial assistance programs for enrolled ranches, through Audubon, local, state, and federal financial assistance opportunities.
• Refer producers to partner conservation programs when applicable.
• Establish and maintain professional relationships with ranchers and landowners participating in Audubon’s working lands programs.
• Communicate program goals and work with rancher/landowner to develop site-specific farm habitat conservation plans for each assigned ranch or project.
• Execute agreements and plan projects for landowners participating in financial assistance conservation programs.
• Facilitate enrollment process and assist Audubon project budget tracking.
• Advocate for science-supported habitat management on partner lands.
• Establish habitat management plans using SMART (specific, measurable, attainable, realistic, and time sensitive) goals on all enrolled program ranches.
• Conduct or coordinate essential avian and grassland monitoring on program lands.
• Identify monitoring needs regarding avian and vegetation and implement monitoring techniques to address land use, avian density and occupancy, and vegetation response to disturbance.
• Partner with working lands staff to implement, track, and report on habitat enhancement projects.
• In close collaboration with the regional and national teams, manage project budgets, reporting requirements, and third-party contracts.
• Help identify, develop and write grants to government agencies and foundations to fund projects related to Audubon Conservation work.
• Coordinate local events targeted at youth, professionals, or the general community to share expertise.
• Maintain excellent communication with supervisor, supporting partner organization, and administrative staff.
• Participate in partner meetings and conferences.
• Identify and participate in opportunities that allow for continued professional growth aimed at improving skills related to grassland management and avian conservation.
• Attend training events held by local partners, such as NRCS, USFWS, State DNR, Migratory Bird Joint Ventures, Conservation NGOs, and others.
• Serve as a resource for local producers and partners.
• Plan and participate in landowner workshops and other educational events.
• Represent Audubon at events to promote and educate the public on Audubon’s working lands programs, grassland bird conservation, and grassland management practices.
• Partner with Audubon staff to ensure equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging principles are incorporated in our conservation programs.
• Other duties as the job requires.
Qualifications and Experience
• Bachelor’s degree in range management, ecology, natural resources management, wildlife management, regenerative agriculture or related field required, advanced degree is preferred but not required. Equivalent combination of education and experience will also be considered.
• A minimum of 3 years of experience with project development/coordination, conservation planning or similar work.
• Experience working with local agencies and familiarity with agricultural cost-share and incentive programs.
• Experience coordinating/facilitating field days, workshops, webinars, and/or symposiums.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, including public speaking, public presentation, and the ability to synthesize and communicate technical and complex information to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Strong project management skills, including but not limited to setting and implementing effective goals and objectives, problem-solving, time management, contract and grant management, creating and maintaining collaborations with other organizations, developing public awareness activities, preparing reports, etc.
• Ability to effectively communicate with a wide range of individuals (e.g. conservation partners, private landowners and ranchers, volunteers, and local community members).
• Experience working with multigenerational audiences and diverse cultural communities and a commitment to increasing equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging as a core component of our work.
• Experience with grassland plant identification and management.
• Experience with avian identification and understanding of life histories and ranges, habitat associations, and management implications.
• Familiarity with common grassland management activities and grazing systems.
• Experience with sampling methods, wildlife surveys, and wildlife habitat management.
• Knowledge and appreciation of Midwest ranching/grazing culture, range management issues, and sustainable ranching practices.
• Working knowledge of ArcGIS, GPS and other GIS technologies.
• Proficiency with Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and other key Microsoft Office and web-based products.
• Must be able to work autonomously and within a team.
• Possess valid driver’s license for safe operation of 4-wheel drive vehicles.
• Comfort driving on unpaved surfaces
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs with or without accommodation.
• Must be comfortable with extensive day travel and occasional overnight travel, as necessary. Willingness to work occasional weekends and evenings as the job demands.
This position is represented by the Communications Workers of America (CWA).
EEO Statement
The National Audubon Society is a federal contractor and an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to a policy of nondiscrimination, inclusion and equal opportunity and actively seek a diverse pool of candidates in this search.
Accessibility Statement
The National Audubon Society endeavors to keep our careers site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact Accommodations@audubon.org. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
COVID Policy
All new hires must be fully vaccinated prior to their start of employment unless they are pre-qualified by HR for exemption Show more details...
via LinkedIn
posted_at: 26 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
Overview
The National Audubon Society is a nonprofit conservation organization that protects birds and the places they need, today and tomorrow. We work throughout the Americas using science, advocacy, education, and on-the-ground conservation. Audubon’s state, regional, national, and international programs, nature centers, and chapters have an unparalleled wingspan that reaches millions of... people each year to inform, inspire, and unite diverse
Overview
The National Audubon Society is a nonprofit conservation organization that protects birds and the places they need, today and tomorrow. We work throughout the Americas using science, advocacy, education, and on-the-ground conservation. Audubon’s state, regional, national, and international programs, nature centers, and chapters have an unparalleled wingspan that reaches millions of... people each year to inform, inspire, and unite diverse communities in conservation action. As a sentinel species, we recognize that the fate of birds is inextricably tied to the fate of us all.
Audubon has more than 700 staff working across the United States and seven countries in 17 state and regional offices, 41 nature centers, and 23 wildlife sanctuaries. Together as one Audubon, we aspire to alter the course of climate change and habitat loss, leading to healthier bird populations and reversing current trends in biodiversity loss.
Audubon is committed to a culture of workplace excellence, where our talented and diverse staff are deeply engaged, with a strong sense of belonging. The birds Audubon pledges to protect differ in color, size, behavior, geographical preference, and countless other ways. By honoring and celebrating the equally remarkable diversity of the human species, Audubon will bring new creativity, effectiveness, and leadership to our work throughout the hemisphere.
Position Summary
The regional offices of the National Audubon Society are leaders and integral members of a community of conservation practice, establishing innovative programs to protect, conserve, and enhance habitat for a wide variety of bird species throughout the upper Midwest and beyond.
The Grassland Ecologists will work closely with local landowners to implement working lands programs, including the Audubon Conservation Ranching (ACR) Program and a variety of voluntary range and grassland conservation tools. The Grassland Ecologist will work in partnership within a community of conservation groups including sustainable agriculture organizations, and agencies to deliver robust private landowner programming. These working lands programs aim to improve private landowners’ ability to practice bird-friendly land management. The Grassland Ecologist will be responsible for engaging, cultivating, and enrolling landowners into these programs and assisting them with implementation of innovative land management practices.
Utilizing habitat management plans (HMPs), the Grassland Ecologist will partner with landowners to determine land management goals and ensure program compliance. These HMPs support practices such as adaptive grazing, prescribed fire, grass and rangeland restoration, invasive species removal, and establishing rotational grazing infrastructure. HMPs rely on the designation of priority grassland bird species for each ranch or project site. The Grassland Ecologist will also conduct and/or support vegetation, bird, and soil monitoring to ensure landowners are compliant with program goals and are enhancing their grasslands to benefit grassland birds.
There are two open positions, one based in Minnesota as part of the Audubon Minnesota Iowa Missouri regional office, and another based in Wisconsin as part of the Audubon Great Lakes regional office.
Compensation
$52,500 / year plus benefits
Essential Functions
• Proactively connect with and liaise with landowners and provide excellent technical service to agricultural producers participating in Audubon’s working lands conservation programs. Specifically,
• Facilitate demand for Audubon conservation programs through partnerships with local agencies and organizations.
• Connect with local conservation professionals, organizations, and landowners to deliver programs and recruit new participants.
• Provide timely access to financial assistance programs for enrolled ranches, through Audubon, local, state, and federal financial assistance opportunities.
• Refer producers to partner conservation programs when applicable.
• Establish and maintain professional relationships with ranchers and landowners participating in Audubon’s working lands programs.
• Communicate program goals and work with rancher/landowner to develop site-specific farm habitat conservation plans for each assigned ranch or project.
• Execute agreements and plan projects for landowners participating in financial assistance conservation programs.
• Facilitate enrollment process and assist Audubon project budget tracking.
• Advocate for science-supported habitat management on partner lands.
• Establish habitat management plans using SMART (specific, measurable, attainable, realistic, and time sensitive) goals on all enrolled program ranches.
• Conduct or coordinate essential avian and grassland monitoring on program lands.
• Identify monitoring needs regarding avian and vegetation and implement monitoring techniques to address land use, avian density and occupancy, and vegetation response to disturbance.
• Partner with working lands staff to implement, track, and report on habitat enhancement projects.
• In close collaboration with the regional and national teams, manage project budgets, reporting requirements, and third-party contracts.
• Help identify, develop and write grants to government agencies and foundations to fund projects related to Audubon Conservation work.
• Coordinate local events targeted at youth, professionals, or the general community to share expertise.
• Maintain excellent communication with supervisor, supporting partner organization, and administrative staff.
• Participate in partner meetings and conferences.
• Identify and participate in opportunities that allow for continued professional growth aimed at improving skills related to grassland management and avian conservation.
• Attend training events held by local partners, such as NRCS, USFWS, State DNR, Migratory Bird Joint Ventures, Conservation NGOs, and others.
• Serve as a resource for local producers and partners.
• Plan and participate in landowner workshops and other educational events.
• Represent Audubon at events to promote and educate the public on Audubon’s working lands programs, grassland bird conservation, and grassland management practices.
• Partner with Audubon staff to ensure equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging principles are incorporated in our conservation programs.
• Other duties as the job requires.
Qualifications And Experience
• Bachelor’s degree in range management, ecology, natural resources management, wildlife management, regenerative agriculture or related field required, advanced degree is preferred but not required. Equivalent combination of education and experience will also be considered.
• A minimum of 3 years of experience with project development/coordination, conservation planning or similar work.
• Experience working with local agencies and familiarity with agricultural cost-share and incentive programs.
• Experience coordinating/facilitating field days, workshops, webinars, and/or symposiums.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, including public speaking, public presentation, and the ability to synthesize and communicate technical and complex information to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Strong project management skills, including but not limited to setting and implementing effective goals and objectives, problem-solving, time management, contract and grant management, creating and maintaining collaborations with other organizations, developing public awareness activities, preparing reports, etc.
• Ability to effectively communicate with a wide range of individuals (e.g. conservation partners, private landowners and ranchers, volunteers, and local community members).
• Experience working with multigenerational audiences and diverse cultural communities and a commitment to increasing equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging as a core component of our work.
• Experience with grassland plant identification and management.
• Experience with avian identification and understanding of life histories and ranges, habitat associations, and management implications.
• Familiarity with common grassland management activities and grazing systems.
• Experience with sampling methods, wildlife surveys, and wildlife habitat management.
• Knowledge and appreciation of Midwest ranching/grazing culture, range management issues, and sustainable ranching practices.
• Working knowledge of ArcGIS, GPS and other GIS technologies.
• Proficiency with Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and other key Microsoft Office and web-based products.
• Must be able to work autonomously and within a team.
• Possess valid driver’s license for safe operation of 4-wheel drive vehicles.
• Comfort driving on unpaved surfaces
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs with or without accommodation.
• Must be comfortable with extensive day travel and occasional overnight travel, as necessary. Willingness to work occasional weekends and evenings as the job demands.
This position is represented by the Communications Workers of America (CWA).
EEO Statement
The National Audubon Society is a federal contractor and an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to a policy of nondiscrimination, inclusion and equal opportunity and actively seek a diverse pool of candidates in this search.
Accessibility Statement
The National Audubon Society endeavors to keep our careers site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact Accommodations@audubon.org . This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
COVID Policy
All new hires must be fully vaccinated prior to their start of employment unless they are pre-qualified by HR for exemption Show more details...
The National Audubon Society is a nonprofit conservation organization that protects birds and the places they need, today and tomorrow. We work throughout the Americas using science, advocacy, education, and on-the-ground conservation. Audubon’s state, regional, national, and international programs, nature centers, and chapters have an unparalleled wingspan that reaches millions of... people each year to inform, inspire, and unite diverse communities in conservation action. As a sentinel species, we recognize that the fate of birds is inextricably tied to the fate of us all.
Audubon has more than 700 staff working across the United States and seven countries in 17 state and regional offices, 41 nature centers, and 23 wildlife sanctuaries. Together as one Audubon, we aspire to alter the course of climate change and habitat loss, leading to healthier bird populations and reversing current trends in biodiversity loss.
Audubon is committed to a culture of workplace excellence, where our talented and diverse staff are deeply engaged, with a strong sense of belonging. The birds Audubon pledges to protect differ in color, size, behavior, geographical preference, and countless other ways. By honoring and celebrating the equally remarkable diversity of the human species, Audubon will bring new creativity, effectiveness, and leadership to our work throughout the hemisphere.
Position Summary
The regional offices of the National Audubon Society are leaders and integral members of a community of conservation practice, establishing innovative programs to protect, conserve, and enhance habitat for a wide variety of bird species throughout the upper Midwest and beyond.
The Grassland Ecologists will work closely with local landowners to implement working lands programs, including the Audubon Conservation Ranching (ACR) Program and a variety of voluntary range and grassland conservation tools. The Grassland Ecologist will work in partnership within a community of conservation groups including sustainable agriculture organizations, and agencies to deliver robust private landowner programming. These working lands programs aim to improve private landowners’ ability to practice bird-friendly land management. The Grassland Ecologist will be responsible for engaging, cultivating, and enrolling landowners into these programs and assisting them with implementation of innovative land management practices.
Utilizing habitat management plans (HMPs), the Grassland Ecologist will partner with landowners to determine land management goals and ensure program compliance. These HMPs support practices such as adaptive grazing, prescribed fire, grass and rangeland restoration, invasive species removal, and establishing rotational grazing infrastructure. HMPs rely on the designation of priority grassland bird species for each ranch or project site. The Grassland Ecologist will also conduct and/or support vegetation, bird, and soil monitoring to ensure landowners are compliant with program goals and are enhancing their grasslands to benefit grassland birds.
There are two open positions, one based in Minnesota as part of the Audubon Minnesota Iowa Missouri regional office, and another based in Wisconsin as part of the Audubon Great Lakes regional office.
Compensation
$52,500 / year plus benefits
Essential Functions
• Proactively connect with and liaise with landowners and provide excellent technical service to agricultural producers participating in Audubon’s working lands conservation programs. Specifically,
• Facilitate demand for Audubon conservation programs through partnerships with local agencies and organizations.
• Connect with local conservation professionals, organizations, and landowners to deliver programs and recruit new participants.
• Provide timely access to financial assistance programs for enrolled ranches, through Audubon, local, state, and federal financial assistance opportunities.
• Refer producers to partner conservation programs when applicable.
• Establish and maintain professional relationships with ranchers and landowners participating in Audubon’s working lands programs.
• Communicate program goals and work with rancher/landowner to develop site-specific farm habitat conservation plans for each assigned ranch or project.
• Execute agreements and plan projects for landowners participating in financial assistance conservation programs.
• Facilitate enrollment process and assist Audubon project budget tracking.
• Advocate for science-supported habitat management on partner lands.
• Establish habitat management plans using SMART (specific, measurable, attainable, realistic, and time sensitive) goals on all enrolled program ranches.
• Conduct or coordinate essential avian and grassland monitoring on program lands.
• Identify monitoring needs regarding avian and vegetation and implement monitoring techniques to address land use, avian density and occupancy, and vegetation response to disturbance.
• Partner with working lands staff to implement, track, and report on habitat enhancement projects.
• In close collaboration with the regional and national teams, manage project budgets, reporting requirements, and third-party contracts.
• Help identify, develop and write grants to government agencies and foundations to fund projects related to Audubon Conservation work.
• Coordinate local events targeted at youth, professionals, or the general community to share expertise.
• Maintain excellent communication with supervisor, supporting partner organization, and administrative staff.
• Participate in partner meetings and conferences.
• Identify and participate in opportunities that allow for continued professional growth aimed at improving skills related to grassland management and avian conservation.
• Attend training events held by local partners, such as NRCS, USFWS, State DNR, Migratory Bird Joint Ventures, Conservation NGOs, and others.
• Serve as a resource for local producers and partners.
• Plan and participate in landowner workshops and other educational events.
• Represent Audubon at events to promote and educate the public on Audubon’s working lands programs, grassland bird conservation, and grassland management practices.
• Partner with Audubon staff to ensure equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging principles are incorporated in our conservation programs.
• Other duties as the job requires.
Qualifications And Experience
• Bachelor’s degree in range management, ecology, natural resources management, wildlife management, regenerative agriculture or related field required, advanced degree is preferred but not required. Equivalent combination of education and experience will also be considered.
• A minimum of 3 years of experience with project development/coordination, conservation planning or similar work.
• Experience working with local agencies and familiarity with agricultural cost-share and incentive programs.
• Experience coordinating/facilitating field days, workshops, webinars, and/or symposiums.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, including public speaking, public presentation, and the ability to synthesize and communicate technical and complex information to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Strong project management skills, including but not limited to setting and implementing effective goals and objectives, problem-solving, time management, contract and grant management, creating and maintaining collaborations with other organizations, developing public awareness activities, preparing reports, etc.
• Ability to effectively communicate with a wide range of individuals (e.g. conservation partners, private landowners and ranchers, volunteers, and local community members).
• Experience working with multigenerational audiences and diverse cultural communities and a commitment to increasing equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging as a core component of our work.
• Experience with grassland plant identification and management.
• Experience with avian identification and understanding of life histories and ranges, habitat associations, and management implications.
• Familiarity with common grassland management activities and grazing systems.
• Experience with sampling methods, wildlife surveys, and wildlife habitat management.
• Knowledge and appreciation of Midwest ranching/grazing culture, range management issues, and sustainable ranching practices.
• Working knowledge of ArcGIS, GPS and other GIS technologies.
• Proficiency with Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and other key Microsoft Office and web-based products.
• Must be able to work autonomously and within a team.
• Possess valid driver’s license for safe operation of 4-wheel drive vehicles.
• Comfort driving on unpaved surfaces
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs with or without accommodation.
• Must be comfortable with extensive day travel and occasional overnight travel, as necessary. Willingness to work occasional weekends and evenings as the job demands.
This position is represented by the Communications Workers of America (CWA).
EEO Statement
The National Audubon Society is a federal contractor and an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to a policy of nondiscrimination, inclusion and equal opportunity and actively seek a diverse pool of candidates in this search.
Accessibility Statement
The National Audubon Society endeavors to keep our careers site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact Accommodations@audubon.org . This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
COVID Policy
All new hires must be fully vaccinated prior to their start of employment unless they are pre-qualified by HR for exemption Show more details...
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posted_at: 3 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
Overview
The National Audubon Society is a nonprofit conservation organization that protects birds and the places they need, today and tomorrow. We work throughout the Americas using science, advocacy, education, and on-the-ground conservation. Audubon’s state, regional, national, and international programs, nature centers, and chapters have an unparalleled wingspan that reaches millions of... people each year to inform, inspire, and unite diverse
Overview
The National Audubon Society is a nonprofit conservation organization that protects birds and the places they need, today and tomorrow. We work throughout the Americas using science, advocacy, education, and on-the-ground conservation. Audubon’s state, regional, national, and international programs, nature centers, and chapters have an unparalleled wingspan that reaches millions of... people each year to inform, inspire, and unite diverse communities in conservation action. As a sentinel species, we recognize that the fate of birds is inextricably tied to the fate of us all.
Audubon has more than 700 staff working across the United States and seven countries in 17 state and regional offices, 41 nature centers, and 23 wildlife sanctuaries. Together as one Audubon, we aspire to alter the course of climate change and habitat loss, leading to healthier bird populations and reversing current trends in biodiversity loss.
Audubon is committed to a culture of workplace excellence, where our talented and diverse staff are deeply engaged, with a strong sense of belonging. The birds Audubon pledges to protect differ in color, size, behavior, geographical preference, and countless other ways. By honoring and celebrating the equally remarkable diversity of the human species, Audubon will bring new creativity, effectiveness, and leadership to our work throughout the hemisphere.
Position Summary
The Development Associate will play an important role in Audubon’s fund development program in Florida acting as the primary contact for most donors and supporters at Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary, and maintaining a small portfolio of their own. This position will report to the Senior Manager, Major Giving and will work closely with the development and program team at Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary. This is a full-time position based in Naples, Florida with the potential for a Florida-based remote office depending on location.
Compensation:
$22.00-$26.00 / hour
Essential Functions
• Serves as the primary contact for most donors and supporters at Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary providing quick and responsive donor assistance via phone and email, creating and tracking donor acknowledgements.
• Provides administrative assistance to the Senior Manager including printing, preparing materials, running reports, coordinating mailings, and taking meeting notes.
• Coordinates accurate donor and prospect data collection and management in Salesforce.
• Manages preparation of proposals, reports, strategies, special donor correspondence, and donor/prospect meeting briefings, event briefings, and donor mailings related major donor programs.
• Carries a portfolio of no less than 50 annual mid-level donors ($1,000 - $20,000 annually) to Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary and is responsible for cultivation, stewardship, and solicitation of these donors as well as actively managing the Sanctuary’s giving society, The Cypress Council.
• Supports donor cultivation and stewardship field trips, excursions, and special events at Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary and in the Southwest Florida region.
• Conducts research on donors and prospects and create custom profiles as requested
• Works closely with the volunteer and membership manager to develop and implement philanthropic engagement opportunities for these important segments.
• Coordinates and fulfills physical and digital donor recognition opportunities for Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary .
• Other job-related duties and special projects as assigned by the Senior Manager of Development.
Qualifications and Experience
• Bachelor’s degree and 1-2 years experience supporting development, marketing/communications, or equivalent experience required. Preference will be giving to candidates with experience managing a small portfolio of donors.
• A self-starter, problem solver, and team player with a can-do attitude. Must be able to juggle multiple projects with conflicting deadlines.
• Strong oral and written communication skills; excellent interpersonal skills also a must.
• Highly organized with a keen attention to detail.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications; experience working with online databases/donor management systems desired (Salesforce is a plus). Ability to maintain confidentiality, while exercising discretion and personal judgment where appropriate.
• Commitment to further Audubon’s efforts to create a more equitable, diverse, and inclusive environment.
• Interest, understanding, and commitment to the mission of the National Audubon Society, and ability to communicate Audubon’s mission, goals, and programs effectively.
• Flexibility with hours, with availability to work occasional weekend or evening events, when needed. Must have a valid Driver’s License.
This position is a union eligible position and is represented by the Communications Workers of America (CWA).
EEO Statement
The National Audubon Society is a federal contractor and an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to a policy of nondiscrimination, inclusion and equal opportunity and actively seek a diverse pool of candidates in this search.
Accessibility Statement
The National Audubon Society endeavors to keep our careers site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact Accommodations@audubon.org. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
COVID Policy
All new hires must be fully vaccinated prior to their start of employment unless they are pre-qualified by HR for exemption Show more details...
The National Audubon Society is a nonprofit conservation organization that protects birds and the places they need, today and tomorrow. We work throughout the Americas using science, advocacy, education, and on-the-ground conservation. Audubon’s state, regional, national, and international programs, nature centers, and chapters have an unparalleled wingspan that reaches millions of... people each year to inform, inspire, and unite diverse communities in conservation action. As a sentinel species, we recognize that the fate of birds is inextricably tied to the fate of us all.
Audubon has more than 700 staff working across the United States and seven countries in 17 state and regional offices, 41 nature centers, and 23 wildlife sanctuaries. Together as one Audubon, we aspire to alter the course of climate change and habitat loss, leading to healthier bird populations and reversing current trends in biodiversity loss.
Audubon is committed to a culture of workplace excellence, where our talented and diverse staff are deeply engaged, with a strong sense of belonging. The birds Audubon pledges to protect differ in color, size, behavior, geographical preference, and countless other ways. By honoring and celebrating the equally remarkable diversity of the human species, Audubon will bring new creativity, effectiveness, and leadership to our work throughout the hemisphere.
Position Summary
The Development Associate will play an important role in Audubon’s fund development program in Florida acting as the primary contact for most donors and supporters at Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary, and maintaining a small portfolio of their own. This position will report to the Senior Manager, Major Giving and will work closely with the development and program team at Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary. This is a full-time position based in Naples, Florida with the potential for a Florida-based remote office depending on location.
Compensation:
$22.00-$26.00 / hour
Essential Functions
• Serves as the primary contact for most donors and supporters at Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary providing quick and responsive donor assistance via phone and email, creating and tracking donor acknowledgements.
• Provides administrative assistance to the Senior Manager including printing, preparing materials, running reports, coordinating mailings, and taking meeting notes.
• Coordinates accurate donor and prospect data collection and management in Salesforce.
• Manages preparation of proposals, reports, strategies, special donor correspondence, and donor/prospect meeting briefings, event briefings, and donor mailings related major donor programs.
• Carries a portfolio of no less than 50 annual mid-level donors ($1,000 - $20,000 annually) to Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary and is responsible for cultivation, stewardship, and solicitation of these donors as well as actively managing the Sanctuary’s giving society, The Cypress Council.
• Supports donor cultivation and stewardship field trips, excursions, and special events at Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary and in the Southwest Florida region.
• Conducts research on donors and prospects and create custom profiles as requested
• Works closely with the volunteer and membership manager to develop and implement philanthropic engagement opportunities for these important segments.
• Coordinates and fulfills physical and digital donor recognition opportunities for Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary .
• Other job-related duties and special projects as assigned by the Senior Manager of Development.
Qualifications and Experience
• Bachelor’s degree and 1-2 years experience supporting development, marketing/communications, or equivalent experience required. Preference will be giving to candidates with experience managing a small portfolio of donors.
• A self-starter, problem solver, and team player with a can-do attitude. Must be able to juggle multiple projects with conflicting deadlines.
• Strong oral and written communication skills; excellent interpersonal skills also a must.
• Highly organized with a keen attention to detail.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications; experience working with online databases/donor management systems desired (Salesforce is a plus). Ability to maintain confidentiality, while exercising discretion and personal judgment where appropriate.
• Commitment to further Audubon’s efforts to create a more equitable, diverse, and inclusive environment.
• Interest, understanding, and commitment to the mission of the National Audubon Society, and ability to communicate Audubon’s mission, goals, and programs effectively.
• Flexibility with hours, with availability to work occasional weekend or evening events, when needed. Must have a valid Driver’s License.
This position is a union eligible position and is represented by the Communications Workers of America (CWA).
EEO Statement
The National Audubon Society is a federal contractor and an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to a policy of nondiscrimination, inclusion and equal opportunity and actively seek a diverse pool of candidates in this search.
Accessibility Statement
The National Audubon Society endeavors to keep our careers site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact Accommodations@audubon.org. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
COVID Policy
All new hires must be fully vaccinated prior to their start of employment unless they are pre-qualified by HR for exemption Show more details...
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schedule_type: Contractor
Overview
The National Audubon Society is a nonprofit conservation organization that protects birds and the places they need, today and tomorrow. We work throughout the Americas using science, advocacy, education, and on-the-ground conservation. Audubon’s state, regional, national, and international programs, nature centers, and chapters have an unparalleled wingspan that reaches millions of... people each year to inform, inspire, and unite diverse
Overview
The National Audubon Society is a nonprofit conservation organization that protects birds and the places they need, today and tomorrow. We work throughout the Americas using science, advocacy, education, and on-the-ground conservation. Audubon’s state, regional, national, and international programs, nature centers, and chapters have an unparalleled wingspan that reaches millions of... people each year to inform, inspire, and unite diverse communities in conservation action. As a sentinel species, we recognize that the fate of birds is inextricably tied to the fate of us all.
Audubon has more than 700 staff working across the United States and seven countries in 17 state and regional offices, 41 nature centers, and 23 wildlife sanctuaries. Together as one Audubon, we aspire to alter the course of climate change and habitat loss, leading to healthier bird populations and reversing current trends in biodiversity loss.
Audubon is committed to a culture of workplace excellence, where our talented and diverse staff are deeply engaged, with a strong sense of belonging. The birds Audubon pledges to protect differ in color, size, behavior, geographical preference, and countless other ways. By honoring and celebrating the equally remarkable diversity of the human species, Audubon will bring new creativity, effectiveness, and leadership to our work throughout the hemisphere.
Position Summary
Audubon Great Plains is a growing conservation leader in North Dakota, South Dakota, and Nebraska, establishing creative programs to protect, conserve, and enhance habitat for a wide variety of bird species. From backyard conservation to vast prairies and prairie wetlands, Audubon Great Plains is on the leading edge of advancing conservation in the Northern Great Plains. We are heavily involved with private and public stakeholders to ensure that the future is bright for birds and the community of the Northern Great Plains, because we believe that “Where birds thrive, people prosper”.
The Seasonal Grassland Bird Technician provides key data collection services to support decision making by landowners and land managers enrolled in Audubon Great Plains working lands programs. The Seasonal Grassland Bird Technician will work under the supervision and guidance of the Audubon Great Plains working lands team to perform a variety of duties related to monitoring rangeland community conditions and pollinator and avian community response to applied land management. The grassland bird technician will be responsible for primary data collection, documentation, and data entry/analysis. Other duties as assigned.
The work is performed outdoors, possibly in rugged terrain and variable weather at remote locations. The technician will work alone and in team environments, and during early morning or late evening hours as needed. Extensive travel may be required. Technicians will maintain high quality communication with landowners and Audubon staff to ensure monitoring is accurately and quickly completed.
This is a 16 week seasonal position, to start in early May and end in late August/early September. The first half of the season is focused on avian monitoring through both point and transect counts; the second half on pollinator monitoring, vegetation monitoring, professional development, and data entry. Position will be located remotely in North Dakota; candidate may provide their own housing or housing may be available near Jamestown, ND.
Compensation
$20.00 / hour
Essential Functions
• Complete grassland bird, pollinator, and vegetation monitoring using established protocols on project lands enrolled in the Audubon Great Plains working lands programs: Audubon Conservation Ranching Program, Prairie Management Toolbox, and Conservation Forage Program.
• Organize collected data and enter monitoring data into computer and online databases accurately.
• Effectively communicate monitoring results with range ecologists and program manager to inform habitat organization plans and program compliance.
• Maintain professional communication with enrolled landowners.
• Utilize ArcCollector and Field Maps on tablet or smartphone to navigate to sites and field points and collect data.
Qualifications And Experience
• Have or pursuing a Bachelor’s degree or advanced degree in range management, ecology, wildlife and fisheries sciences, natural resource management, or related field.
• Experience with related field work within the target area.
• Grassland bird and plant identification skills (training also provided).
• Experience with data entry and analysis.
• Working knowledge of ArcGIS and GIS technology.
• Must be comfortable with extensive day travel and regular overnight travel during monitoring season.
• Tolerant of heat, biting/stinging insects, and other common field-related conditions.
• Ability to hike long distances (up to 10 miles) on variable terrain.
• Enthusiastic learner willing to take on tasks with a positive attitude.
• Must have personal transportation for travel and valid driver’s license. Mileage will be reimbursed.
• Must be able to effectively communicate with landowners to confirm access for surveys.
EEO Statement
The National Audubon Society is a federal contractor and an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to a policy of nondiscrimination, inclusion and equal opportunity and actively seek a diverse pool of candidates in this search.
Accessibility Statement
The National Audubon Society endeavors to keep our careers site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact Accommodations@audubon.org . This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
COVID Policy
All new hires must be fully vaccinated prior to their start of employment unless they are pre-qualified by HR for exemption Show more details...
The National Audubon Society is a nonprofit conservation organization that protects birds and the places they need, today and tomorrow. We work throughout the Americas using science, advocacy, education, and on-the-ground conservation. Audubon’s state, regional, national, and international programs, nature centers, and chapters have an unparalleled wingspan that reaches millions of... people each year to inform, inspire, and unite diverse communities in conservation action. As a sentinel species, we recognize that the fate of birds is inextricably tied to the fate of us all.
Audubon has more than 700 staff working across the United States and seven countries in 17 state and regional offices, 41 nature centers, and 23 wildlife sanctuaries. Together as one Audubon, we aspire to alter the course of climate change and habitat loss, leading to healthier bird populations and reversing current trends in biodiversity loss.
Audubon is committed to a culture of workplace excellence, where our talented and diverse staff are deeply engaged, with a strong sense of belonging. The birds Audubon pledges to protect differ in color, size, behavior, geographical preference, and countless other ways. By honoring and celebrating the equally remarkable diversity of the human species, Audubon will bring new creativity, effectiveness, and leadership to our work throughout the hemisphere.
Position Summary
Audubon Great Plains is a growing conservation leader in North Dakota, South Dakota, and Nebraska, establishing creative programs to protect, conserve, and enhance habitat for a wide variety of bird species. From backyard conservation to vast prairies and prairie wetlands, Audubon Great Plains is on the leading edge of advancing conservation in the Northern Great Plains. We are heavily involved with private and public stakeholders to ensure that the future is bright for birds and the community of the Northern Great Plains, because we believe that “Where birds thrive, people prosper”.
The Seasonal Grassland Bird Technician provides key data collection services to support decision making by landowners and land managers enrolled in Audubon Great Plains working lands programs. The Seasonal Grassland Bird Technician will work under the supervision and guidance of the Audubon Great Plains working lands team to perform a variety of duties related to monitoring rangeland community conditions and pollinator and avian community response to applied land management. The grassland bird technician will be responsible for primary data collection, documentation, and data entry/analysis. Other duties as assigned.
The work is performed outdoors, possibly in rugged terrain and variable weather at remote locations. The technician will work alone and in team environments, and during early morning or late evening hours as needed. Extensive travel may be required. Technicians will maintain high quality communication with landowners and Audubon staff to ensure monitoring is accurately and quickly completed.
This is a 16 week seasonal position, to start in early May and end in late August/early September. The first half of the season is focused on avian monitoring through both point and transect counts; the second half on pollinator monitoring, vegetation monitoring, professional development, and data entry. Position will be located remotely in North Dakota; candidate may provide their own housing or housing may be available near Jamestown, ND.
Compensation
$20.00 / hour
Essential Functions
• Complete grassland bird, pollinator, and vegetation monitoring using established protocols on project lands enrolled in the Audubon Great Plains working lands programs: Audubon Conservation Ranching Program, Prairie Management Toolbox, and Conservation Forage Program.
• Organize collected data and enter monitoring data into computer and online databases accurately.
• Effectively communicate monitoring results with range ecologists and program manager to inform habitat organization plans and program compliance.
• Maintain professional communication with enrolled landowners.
• Utilize ArcCollector and Field Maps on tablet or smartphone to navigate to sites and field points and collect data.
Qualifications And Experience
• Have or pursuing a Bachelor’s degree or advanced degree in range management, ecology, wildlife and fisheries sciences, natural resource management, or related field.
• Experience with related field work within the target area.
• Grassland bird and plant identification skills (training also provided).
• Experience with data entry and analysis.
• Working knowledge of ArcGIS and GIS technology.
• Must be comfortable with extensive day travel and regular overnight travel during monitoring season.
• Tolerant of heat, biting/stinging insects, and other common field-related conditions.
• Ability to hike long distances (up to 10 miles) on variable terrain.
• Enthusiastic learner willing to take on tasks with a positive attitude.
• Must have personal transportation for travel and valid driver’s license. Mileage will be reimbursed.
• Must be able to effectively communicate with landowners to confirm access for surveys.
EEO Statement
The National Audubon Society is a federal contractor and an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to a policy of nondiscrimination, inclusion and equal opportunity and actively seek a diverse pool of candidates in this search.
Accessibility Statement
The National Audubon Society endeavors to keep our careers site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact Accommodations@audubon.org . This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
COVID Policy
All new hires must be fully vaccinated prior to their start of employment unless they are pre-qualified by HR for exemption Show more details...
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posted_at: 6 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
Overview
The National Audubon Society is a nonprofit conservation organization that protects birds and the places they need, today and tomorrow. We work throughout the Americas using science, advocacy, education, and on-the-ground conservation. Audubon’s state, regional, national, and international programs, nature centers, and chapters have an unparalleled wingspan that reaches millions of... people each year to inform, inspire, and unite diverse
Overview
The National Audubon Society is a nonprofit conservation organization that protects birds and the places they need, today and tomorrow. We work throughout the Americas using science, advocacy, education, and on-the-ground conservation. Audubon’s state, regional, national, and international programs, nature centers, and chapters have an unparalleled wingspan that reaches millions of... people each year to inform, inspire, and unite diverse communities in conservation action. As a sentinel species, we recognize that the fate of birds is inextricably tied to the fate of us all.
Audubon has more than 700 staff working across the United States and seven countries in 17 state and regional offices, 41 nature centers, and 23 wildlife sanctuaries. Together as one Audubon, we aspire to alter the course of climate change and habitat loss, leading to healthier bird populations and reversing current trends in biodiversity loss.
Audubon is committed to a culture of workplace excellence, where our talented and diverse staff are deeply engaged, with a strong sense of belonging. The birds Audubon pledges to protect differ in color, size, behavior, geographical preference, and countless other ways. By honoring and celebrating the equally remarkable diversity of the human species, Audubon will bring new creativity, effectiveness, and leadership to our work throughout the hemisphere.
Position Summary
The Office Coordinator will be a critical member of the Audubon Vermont team, which works to protect birds, other wildlife and their habitats by engaging people of all ages in education, conservation, stewardship and action. The Office Coordinator will provide administrative support to Audubon Vermont, including the Green Mountain Audubon Center. Responsibilities will include a combination of office-management support tasks including assisting with the preparation of communications materials, timely processing of gifts and gift acknowledgements, payables, and administrative tasks to ensure the smooth and efficient operation of Audubon Vermont’s office. The successful candidate will be a team player with excellent communication skills and a commitment to Audubon’s conservation mission.
This position is a full-time, 35 hours/week position with benefits that will be based at the Green Mountain Audubon Center in Huntington. Work week is Monday – Friday with occasional evening and weekend work.
The position is located at the Green Mountain Audubon Center in Huntington, Vermont and reports to the Vice President, and Executive Director of Audubon Vermont. Must be able to work occasionally on evenings and weekends. This position includes full benefits. Salary based on experience.
Compensation:
$17.00 - $19.00 / hour
Essential Functions
• Serve as the office financial point of contract for Audubon Vermont:
• Ensure that bills are paid on a timely basis and that invoices are coded correctly in Audubon’s OnlineInvoice System to reflect the type of expense, the nature of the work, and the grant or funding source(as necessary).
• Assist in sending invoices to others, and tracking receivables.
• Maintain and ensure receipts for purchasing card activity are organized, received and approved foreach item in Audubon’s financial system.
• Manage gift receipt and processing function to ensure excellent service to Audubon Vermont’s donors
• Prepare gift transmittals.
• Merge, print, prepare and mail boilerplate acknowledgement letters.
• Respond to development related inquiries from donors and staff.
• Update donor records in donor database, including donor contact and activity notes, contact informationand preferences, and other donor information as requested by the development team.
• Contribute to Audubon Vermont’s communications and marketing plan through the routine maintenanceof Audubon Vermont’s website and social media platforms, and assistance with periodic communicationsto Audubon members in Vermont;
• Under the guidance of Executive Director, Audubon Vermont, manage and coordinate Audubon Vermontcontracts and subcontracts in compliance with Audubon policy, including coordination with the nationaloffice as necessary.
• Assist with the mail or electronic submission of fundraising proposals, reports and correspondence asneeded.
• Support daily office operations including responding to general telephone and email inquiries andmaintaining office supplies and equipment.
• Assist in the planning and operations of events conducted by Audubon Vermont, including but not limitedto, Sugar on Snow Parties and the annual Audubon Photography Awards Show.
• Assist with the recruitment and management of Center volunteers including helping to plan fall and springvolunteer workdays.
• Manage logistics of Audubon Vermont board meetings and other key meetings, including dissemination ofmaterials, securing and managing locations and refreshments.
• Assist with the set-up of new employees such as assisting with on-boarding, computer, telephone, buildingaccess, etc.
• Assist Center Director with managing the organization of the office and handling building/maintenanceissues as they arise.
• Maintain Education Barn event reservation calendar and monitor for conflicts.
• Serve as point of contact for office vendors.
• Sort incoming and prepare outgoing mail.
• Other job-related duties as requested.
Qualifications and Experience
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required; Associate Degree preferred.
• 3-5 years' experience in an office administration role OR a combination of higher education and 2+ years' administrative experience.
• Exceptional organizational ability, attention to detail and a can-do attitude are essential.
• Proven ability to track and move tasks/projects to completion in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision, as well as part of a small team.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Critical thinking skills and a problem-solving attitude.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products, including Outlook, Word and Excel.
• Ability to exercise discretion and maintain strict confidentiality.
• Experience working with donors and development process, including the use of donor tracking systems such as Salesforce, is a plus.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Must be able to lift up to 35 lbs. with or without an accommodation.
• Bookkeeping and contract preparation experience is a plus.
This position is a union eligible position and is represented by the Communications Workers of America (CWA).
EEO Statement
The National Audubon Society is a federal contractor and an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to a policy of nondiscrimination, inclusion and equal opportunity and actively seek a diverse pool of candidates in this search.
Accessibility Statement
The National Audubon Society endeavors to keep our careers site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact Accommodations@audubon.org. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
COVID Policy
All new hires must be fully vaccinated prior to their start of employment unless they are pre-qualified by HR for exemption Show more details...
The National Audubon Society is a nonprofit conservation organization that protects birds and the places they need, today and tomorrow. We work throughout the Americas using science, advocacy, education, and on-the-ground conservation. Audubon’s state, regional, national, and international programs, nature centers, and chapters have an unparalleled wingspan that reaches millions of... people each year to inform, inspire, and unite diverse communities in conservation action. As a sentinel species, we recognize that the fate of birds is inextricably tied to the fate of us all.
Audubon has more than 700 staff working across the United States and seven countries in 17 state and regional offices, 41 nature centers, and 23 wildlife sanctuaries. Together as one Audubon, we aspire to alter the course of climate change and habitat loss, leading to healthier bird populations and reversing current trends in biodiversity loss.
Audubon is committed to a culture of workplace excellence, where our talented and diverse staff are deeply engaged, with a strong sense of belonging. The birds Audubon pledges to protect differ in color, size, behavior, geographical preference, and countless other ways. By honoring and celebrating the equally remarkable diversity of the human species, Audubon will bring new creativity, effectiveness, and leadership to our work throughout the hemisphere.
Position Summary
The Office Coordinator will be a critical member of the Audubon Vermont team, which works to protect birds, other wildlife and their habitats by engaging people of all ages in education, conservation, stewardship and action. The Office Coordinator will provide administrative support to Audubon Vermont, including the Green Mountain Audubon Center. Responsibilities will include a combination of office-management support tasks including assisting with the preparation of communications materials, timely processing of gifts and gift acknowledgements, payables, and administrative tasks to ensure the smooth and efficient operation of Audubon Vermont’s office. The successful candidate will be a team player with excellent communication skills and a commitment to Audubon’s conservation mission.
This position is a full-time, 35 hours/week position with benefits that will be based at the Green Mountain Audubon Center in Huntington. Work week is Monday – Friday with occasional evening and weekend work.
The position is located at the Green Mountain Audubon Center in Huntington, Vermont and reports to the Vice President, and Executive Director of Audubon Vermont. Must be able to work occasionally on evenings and weekends. This position includes full benefits. Salary based on experience.
Compensation:
$17.00 - $19.00 / hour
Essential Functions
• Serve as the office financial point of contract for Audubon Vermont:
• Ensure that bills are paid on a timely basis and that invoices are coded correctly in Audubon’s OnlineInvoice System to reflect the type of expense, the nature of the work, and the grant or funding source(as necessary).
• Assist in sending invoices to others, and tracking receivables.
• Maintain and ensure receipts for purchasing card activity are organized, received and approved foreach item in Audubon’s financial system.
• Manage gift receipt and processing function to ensure excellent service to Audubon Vermont’s donors
• Prepare gift transmittals.
• Merge, print, prepare and mail boilerplate acknowledgement letters.
• Respond to development related inquiries from donors and staff.
• Update donor records in donor database, including donor contact and activity notes, contact informationand preferences, and other donor information as requested by the development team.
• Contribute to Audubon Vermont’s communications and marketing plan through the routine maintenanceof Audubon Vermont’s website and social media platforms, and assistance with periodic communicationsto Audubon members in Vermont;
• Under the guidance of Executive Director, Audubon Vermont, manage and coordinate Audubon Vermontcontracts and subcontracts in compliance with Audubon policy, including coordination with the nationaloffice as necessary.
• Assist with the mail or electronic submission of fundraising proposals, reports and correspondence asneeded.
• Support daily office operations including responding to general telephone and email inquiries andmaintaining office supplies and equipment.
• Assist in the planning and operations of events conducted by Audubon Vermont, including but not limitedto, Sugar on Snow Parties and the annual Audubon Photography Awards Show.
• Assist with the recruitment and management of Center volunteers including helping to plan fall and springvolunteer workdays.
• Manage logistics of Audubon Vermont board meetings and other key meetings, including dissemination ofmaterials, securing and managing locations and refreshments.
• Assist with the set-up of new employees such as assisting with on-boarding, computer, telephone, buildingaccess, etc.
• Assist Center Director with managing the organization of the office and handling building/maintenanceissues as they arise.
• Maintain Education Barn event reservation calendar and monitor for conflicts.
• Serve as point of contact for office vendors.
• Sort incoming and prepare outgoing mail.
• Other job-related duties as requested.
Qualifications and Experience
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required; Associate Degree preferred.
• 3-5 years' experience in an office administration role OR a combination of higher education and 2+ years' administrative experience.
• Exceptional organizational ability, attention to detail and a can-do attitude are essential.
• Proven ability to track and move tasks/projects to completion in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision, as well as part of a small team.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Critical thinking skills and a problem-solving attitude.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products, including Outlook, Word and Excel.
• Ability to exercise discretion and maintain strict confidentiality.
• Experience working with donors and development process, including the use of donor tracking systems such as Salesforce, is a plus.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Must be able to lift up to 35 lbs. with or without an accommodation.
• Bookkeeping and contract preparation experience is a plus.
This position is a union eligible position and is represented by the Communications Workers of America (CWA).
EEO Statement
The National Audubon Society is a federal contractor and an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to a policy of nondiscrimination, inclusion and equal opportunity and actively seek a diverse pool of candidates in this search.
Accessibility Statement
The National Audubon Society endeavors to keep our careers site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact Accommodations@audubon.org. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
COVID Policy
All new hires must be fully vaccinated prior to their start of employment unless they are pre-qualified by HR for exemption Show more details...
via LinkedIn
posted_at: 1 day agoschedule_type: Full-time
Overview
The National Audubon Society is a nonprofit conservation organization that protects birds and the places they need, today and tomorrow. We work throughout the Americas using science, advocacy, education, and on-the-ground conservation. Audubon’s state, regional, national, and international programs, nature centers, and chapters have an unparalleled wingspan that reaches millions of... people each year to inform, inspire, and unite diverse
Overview
The National Audubon Society is a nonprofit conservation organization that protects birds and the places they need, today and tomorrow. We work throughout the Americas using science, advocacy, education, and on-the-ground conservation. Audubon’s state, regional, national, and international programs, nature centers, and chapters have an unparalleled wingspan that reaches millions of... people each year to inform, inspire, and unite diverse communities in conservation action. As a sentinel species, we recognize that the fate of birds is inextricably tied to the fate of us all.
Audubon has more than 700 staff working across the United States and seven countries in 17 state and regional offices, 41 nature centers, and 23 wildlife sanctuaries. Together as one Audubon, we aspire to alter the course of climate change and habitat loss, leading to healthier bird populations and reversing current trends in biodiversity loss.
Audubon is committed to a culture of workplace excellence, where our talented and diverse staff are deeply engaged, with a strong sense of belonging. The birds Audubon pledges to protect differ in color, size, behavior, geographical preference, and countless other ways. By honoring and celebrating the equally remarkable diversity of the human species, Audubon will bring new creativity, effectiveness, and leadership to our work throughout the hemisphere.
Position Summary
Audubon Rockies, a regional office of the National Audubon Society, is seeking a Senior Coordinator of Land Management for the Gillmor Sanctuary located on the shore of Great Salt Lake. The Senior Coordinator, Land Management (will be referred as Senior Coordinator here after) will focus on the tasks and responsibilities associated with Sanctuary operations to include maintenance and adaptive management of a complicated wetland and upland ecosystem. They will serve as an ambassador for Gillmor Sanctuary helping raise awareness with government and elected officials and staff, adjacent land developers, key decision makers, and the general public through workshops, oral presentations, fieldtrips and written articles. The Senior Coordinator will help drive and implement science-based conservation and a field based observational adaptive management for the Gillmor Sanctuary and Great Salt Lake, and potentially for other saline ecosystems.
Compensation
$50,000 / year
Essential Functions
• In coordination with the Conservation Specialist and Gillmor Sanctuary Manager the Senior Coordinator will:
• Learn, develop and implement an adaptive management strategy that focuses on migratory and breeding shorebird habitat at the sanctuary.
• Learn existing water management activities and help develop and implement annual water management strategies that enhance/promote productive shorebird habitat, while controlling the spread of invasive vegetation.
• Implement and document control measures for invasive/noxious weeds and keep noxious and invasive weed management program updated with current, ecologically acceptable practices.
• Ensure proper management of natural systems at Gillmor Sanctuary by managing day-to-day needs, monitoring land use and its impacts, monitoring natural areas and observing ecological needs. Identify and implement resource management actions.
• Help manage and assist research and intern programs.
• Help develop and maintain key relationships with partner organizations, other landowners/ leases/ easements, water master and other stakeholders.
• In collaboration with national staff, support the cultivation and maintenance of current donor relationships. Help identify and secure new private and public funding sources that support the conservation strategy and vision for Gillmor. This will include writing public and private grants, participating in donor events.
• Partner with local Audubon chapters, other organizations and agencies and universities to strengthen stewardship of the sanctuary through organized volunteer work days, fieldtrips and other opportunities.
• Serve as a public representative of Audubon and the Gillmor Sanctuary team which; may include presentations, public speaking, meeting participation and/or other interactions with agencies, NGOs, Audubon chapters, and landowners to both gather and disseminate information.
• Develop an understanding of the Sanctuary’s current and historical transactions including leases, easements, agreements, USACE 404 and other permits, property boundaries, property ownership, greenbelt, tax exempt, and legal and other restrictions etc. ensuring proper land management and compliance with neighboring landowners. Ensure understanding is clearly articulated in the existing draft management document.
• Gain deep on-ground familiarity with all aspects of the ecosystem including water manipulation and response by plants, birds and other animals, and macroinvertebrates.
• Keep water courses free from algae, tumbleweeds and other debris.
• Assist with monitoring including but not limited to bird surveys, vegetation mapping, and charting water levels.
• Help manage and maintain bird survey database and work with NAS science team to share key summaries.
• Responsible for infrastructure maintenance including signage, fences, locks, water control structures, ATV, mower, herbicides, shed, tools and truck.
• Regularly monitor for trespass and vandalism and maintain non-access areas with signage or staking and flagging.
• Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications And Experience
• BS or MS in wildlife or natural resources-related fields. An equivalent combination of education, shorebird and/or wetland management experience will also be considered, preferably on the Great Salt Lake.
• 3 - 5 years of work experience, preferably in on-the-ground land management with a conservation non-governmental organization and/or government natural resource management agency.
• Willingness to work in a remote location.
• Ability to perform strenuous activities in harsh conditions including hot and cold temperatures, uneven terrain, and biting insects.
• Proven ability to think strategically and work both cooperatively and independently
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including public speaking and presentations, and the ability to synthesize and communicate technical and complex information to both technical and non-technical audiences. Experience with scientific and policy commentary a plus.
• Experience with grant writing and fundraising a plus.
• Strong time and project management skills, including the ability to juggle multiple tasks and prioritize to meet deadlines. Strong organizational skills and careful attention to details a must.
• Ability to build consensus among a diverse range of individuals (e.g. conservation partners, private landowners and ranchers, volunteers, and local community members).
• Excellent collaboration skills with the ability to reconcile different viewpoints to achieve conservation outcomes.
• Ability to participate in virtual and in-person meetings.
• A passion for birds and natural resource conservation.
• Knowledge and experience with bird and plant identification strongly preferred.
• Willingness to learn.
• Proficiency with Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and other key Microsoft Office and web-based products. Familiarity with social media.
• Must have or be willing to obtain herbicide applicator certification.
• Willingness and ability to travel in-state and work early mornings, evenings, and occasional weekends as job responsibilities require.
• Ability to traverse long distances on uneven terrain and lift up to 50 lbs. without assistance.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Adherence to all field and psychological safety protocols established within NAS.
EEO Statement
The National Audubon Society is a federal contractor and an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to a policy of nondiscrimination, inclusion and equal opportunity and actively seek a diverse pool of candidates in this search.
Accessibility Statement
The National Audubon Society endeavors to keep our careers site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact Accommodations@audubon.org . This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
COVID Policy
All new hires must be fully vaccinated prior to their start of employment unless they are pre-qualified by HR for exemption Show more details...
The National Audubon Society is a nonprofit conservation organization that protects birds and the places they need, today and tomorrow. We work throughout the Americas using science, advocacy, education, and on-the-ground conservation. Audubon’s state, regional, national, and international programs, nature centers, and chapters have an unparalleled wingspan that reaches millions of... people each year to inform, inspire, and unite diverse communities in conservation action. As a sentinel species, we recognize that the fate of birds is inextricably tied to the fate of us all.
Audubon has more than 700 staff working across the United States and seven countries in 17 state and regional offices, 41 nature centers, and 23 wildlife sanctuaries. Together as one Audubon, we aspire to alter the course of climate change and habitat loss, leading to healthier bird populations and reversing current trends in biodiversity loss.
Audubon is committed to a culture of workplace excellence, where our talented and diverse staff are deeply engaged, with a strong sense of belonging. The birds Audubon pledges to protect differ in color, size, behavior, geographical preference, and countless other ways. By honoring and celebrating the equally remarkable diversity of the human species, Audubon will bring new creativity, effectiveness, and leadership to our work throughout the hemisphere.
Position Summary
Audubon Rockies, a regional office of the National Audubon Society, is seeking a Senior Coordinator of Land Management for the Gillmor Sanctuary located on the shore of Great Salt Lake. The Senior Coordinator, Land Management (will be referred as Senior Coordinator here after) will focus on the tasks and responsibilities associated with Sanctuary operations to include maintenance and adaptive management of a complicated wetland and upland ecosystem. They will serve as an ambassador for Gillmor Sanctuary helping raise awareness with government and elected officials and staff, adjacent land developers, key decision makers, and the general public through workshops, oral presentations, fieldtrips and written articles. The Senior Coordinator will help drive and implement science-based conservation and a field based observational adaptive management for the Gillmor Sanctuary and Great Salt Lake, and potentially for other saline ecosystems.
Compensation
$50,000 / year
Essential Functions
• In coordination with the Conservation Specialist and Gillmor Sanctuary Manager the Senior Coordinator will:
• Learn, develop and implement an adaptive management strategy that focuses on migratory and breeding shorebird habitat at the sanctuary.
• Learn existing water management activities and help develop and implement annual water management strategies that enhance/promote productive shorebird habitat, while controlling the spread of invasive vegetation.
• Implement and document control measures for invasive/noxious weeds and keep noxious and invasive weed management program updated with current, ecologically acceptable practices.
• Ensure proper management of natural systems at Gillmor Sanctuary by managing day-to-day needs, monitoring land use and its impacts, monitoring natural areas and observing ecological needs. Identify and implement resource management actions.
• Help manage and assist research and intern programs.
• Help develop and maintain key relationships with partner organizations, other landowners/ leases/ easements, water master and other stakeholders.
• In collaboration with national staff, support the cultivation and maintenance of current donor relationships. Help identify and secure new private and public funding sources that support the conservation strategy and vision for Gillmor. This will include writing public and private grants, participating in donor events.
• Partner with local Audubon chapters, other organizations and agencies and universities to strengthen stewardship of the sanctuary through organized volunteer work days, fieldtrips and other opportunities.
• Serve as a public representative of Audubon and the Gillmor Sanctuary team which; may include presentations, public speaking, meeting participation and/or other interactions with agencies, NGOs, Audubon chapters, and landowners to both gather and disseminate information.
• Develop an understanding of the Sanctuary’s current and historical transactions including leases, easements, agreements, USACE 404 and other permits, property boundaries, property ownership, greenbelt, tax exempt, and legal and other restrictions etc. ensuring proper land management and compliance with neighboring landowners. Ensure understanding is clearly articulated in the existing draft management document.
• Gain deep on-ground familiarity with all aspects of the ecosystem including water manipulation and response by plants, birds and other animals, and macroinvertebrates.
• Keep water courses free from algae, tumbleweeds and other debris.
• Assist with monitoring including but not limited to bird surveys, vegetation mapping, and charting water levels.
• Help manage and maintain bird survey database and work with NAS science team to share key summaries.
• Responsible for infrastructure maintenance including signage, fences, locks, water control structures, ATV, mower, herbicides, shed, tools and truck.
• Regularly monitor for trespass and vandalism and maintain non-access areas with signage or staking and flagging.
• Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications And Experience
• BS or MS in wildlife or natural resources-related fields. An equivalent combination of education, shorebird and/or wetland management experience will also be considered, preferably on the Great Salt Lake.
• 3 - 5 years of work experience, preferably in on-the-ground land management with a conservation non-governmental organization and/or government natural resource management agency.
• Willingness to work in a remote location.
• Ability to perform strenuous activities in harsh conditions including hot and cold temperatures, uneven terrain, and biting insects.
• Proven ability to think strategically and work both cooperatively and independently
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including public speaking and presentations, and the ability to synthesize and communicate technical and complex information to both technical and non-technical audiences. Experience with scientific and policy commentary a plus.
• Experience with grant writing and fundraising a plus.
• Strong time and project management skills, including the ability to juggle multiple tasks and prioritize to meet deadlines. Strong organizational skills and careful attention to details a must.
• Ability to build consensus among a diverse range of individuals (e.g. conservation partners, private landowners and ranchers, volunteers, and local community members).
• Excellent collaboration skills with the ability to reconcile different viewpoints to achieve conservation outcomes.
• Ability to participate in virtual and in-person meetings.
• A passion for birds and natural resource conservation.
• Knowledge and experience with bird and plant identification strongly preferred.
• Willingness to learn.
• Proficiency with Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and other key Microsoft Office and web-based products. Familiarity with social media.
• Must have or be willing to obtain herbicide applicator certification.
• Willingness and ability to travel in-state and work early mornings, evenings, and occasional weekends as job responsibilities require.
• Ability to traverse long distances on uneven terrain and lift up to 50 lbs. without assistance.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Adherence to all field and psychological safety protocols established within NAS.
EEO Statement
The National Audubon Society is a federal contractor and an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to a policy of nondiscrimination, inclusion and equal opportunity and actively seek a diverse pool of candidates in this search.
Accessibility Statement
The National Audubon Society endeavors to keep our careers site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact Accommodations@audubon.org . This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
COVID Policy
All new hires must be fully vaccinated prior to their start of employment unless they are pre-qualified by HR for exemption Show more details...
via LinkedIn
posted_at: 10 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
Overview
The National Audubon Society is a nonprofit conservation organization that protects birds and the places they need, today and tomorrow. We work throughout the Americas using science, advocacy, education, and on-the-ground conservation. Audubon’s state, regional, national, and international programs, nature centers, and chapters have an unparalleled wingspan that reaches millions of... people each year to inform, inspire, and unite diverse
Overview
The National Audubon Society is a nonprofit conservation organization that protects birds and the places they need, today and tomorrow. We work throughout the Americas using science, advocacy, education, and on-the-ground conservation. Audubon’s state, regional, national, and international programs, nature centers, and chapters have an unparalleled wingspan that reaches millions of... people each year to inform, inspire, and unite diverse communities in conservation action. As a sentinel species, we recognize that the fate of birds is inextricably tied to the fate of us all.
Audubon has more than 700 staff working across the United States and seven countries in 17 state and regional offices, 41 nature centers, and 23 wildlife sanctuaries. Together as one Audubon, we aspire to alter the course of climate change and habitat loss, leading to healthier bird populations and reversing current trends in biodiversity loss.
Audubon is committed to a culture of workplace excellence, where our talented and diverse staff are deeply engaged, with a strong sense of belonging. The birds Audubon pledges to protect differ in color, size, behavior, geographical preference, and countless other ways. By honoring and celebrating the equally remarkable diversity of the human species, Audubon will bring new creativity, effectiveness, and leadership to our work throughout the hemisphere.
Position Summary
Audubon Florida supports management of beach-nesting birds at many locations in St. Johns County by surveying, posting, stewarding, and protecting nesting areas from disturbance. To better protect nesting shorebirds Audubon is hiring a seasonal Shorebird Steward to work within St. Johns County. The primary responsibilities of the Shorebird Steward are to steward shorebird colonies at Anastasia State Park, Fort Matanzas National Monument, Julia’s Island, and other sites as needed and to organize volunteers to help with this work. Stewarding involves a variety of actions including the observation of birds and the public at nesting sites and education of the public when their actions may pose a threat to the birds. This is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week seasonal position focused on weekends and holidays, including Memorial Day and Independence Day. The position will begin 04/17/2023 and continue through the end of nesting season. Nesting season often persists through the end of August but may end early based on conditions at the nesting sites (e.g., storms causing loss of beach habitat).
Compensation
$15.00 / hour
Essential Functions
Under the direction of Audubon’s Northeast Florida Policy Associate, the St. Johns County Shorebird Steward will be responsible for the following tasks:
• Assist with the installation of symbolic fencing around new nest areas as needed.
• Steward at nesting sites prioritizing weekends and holidays. Hours are generally between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. though they may vary depending on needs.
• Assist with recruiting, training, and scheduling of shorebird steward volunteers.
• Work closely with local land managers, external partners, and volunteers in a positive and professional manner at all times.
Qualifications And Experience
• Ability to interact and communicate effectively with the public at beach nesting sites.
• Ability to help recruit, train, support, and schedule volunteers.
• Capable of walking and working on sandy beaches carrying field equipment during Florida summer field conditions, with or without accommodation.
• Ability to lift 30 lbs., with or without accommodation.
• Must have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation to complete assigned tasks.
• Must be willing to work weekends, holidays, and some evenings.
• Work well independently and with other staff and volunteers.
• Must have a positive and diplomatic attitude.
• Familiarity with local beaches is preferred.
• Previous experience with shorebird stewardship preferred, but similar experience will be considered.
• Interest in conservation and passion for the mission of the National Audubon Society a must.
EEO Statement
The National Audubon Society is a federal contractor and an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to a policy of nondiscrimination, inclusion and equal opportunity and actively seek a diverse pool of candidates in this search.
Accessibility Statement
The National Audubon Society endeavors to keep our careers site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact Accommodations@audubon.org . This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
COVID Policy
All new hires must be fully vaccinated prior to their start of employment unless they are pre-qualified by HR for exemption Show more details...
The National Audubon Society is a nonprofit conservation organization that protects birds and the places they need, today and tomorrow. We work throughout the Americas using science, advocacy, education, and on-the-ground conservation. Audubon’s state, regional, national, and international programs, nature centers, and chapters have an unparalleled wingspan that reaches millions of... people each year to inform, inspire, and unite diverse communities in conservation action. As a sentinel species, we recognize that the fate of birds is inextricably tied to the fate of us all.
Audubon has more than 700 staff working across the United States and seven countries in 17 state and regional offices, 41 nature centers, and 23 wildlife sanctuaries. Together as one Audubon, we aspire to alter the course of climate change and habitat loss, leading to healthier bird populations and reversing current trends in biodiversity loss.
Audubon is committed to a culture of workplace excellence, where our talented and diverse staff are deeply engaged, with a strong sense of belonging. The birds Audubon pledges to protect differ in color, size, behavior, geographical preference, and countless other ways. By honoring and celebrating the equally remarkable diversity of the human species, Audubon will bring new creativity, effectiveness, and leadership to our work throughout the hemisphere.
Position Summary
Audubon Florida supports management of beach-nesting birds at many locations in St. Johns County by surveying, posting, stewarding, and protecting nesting areas from disturbance. To better protect nesting shorebirds Audubon is hiring a seasonal Shorebird Steward to work within St. Johns County. The primary responsibilities of the Shorebird Steward are to steward shorebird colonies at Anastasia State Park, Fort Matanzas National Monument, Julia’s Island, and other sites as needed and to organize volunteers to help with this work. Stewarding involves a variety of actions including the observation of birds and the public at nesting sites and education of the public when their actions may pose a threat to the birds. This is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week seasonal position focused on weekends and holidays, including Memorial Day and Independence Day. The position will begin 04/17/2023 and continue through the end of nesting season. Nesting season often persists through the end of August but may end early based on conditions at the nesting sites (e.g., storms causing loss of beach habitat).
Compensation
$15.00 / hour
Essential Functions
Under the direction of Audubon’s Northeast Florida Policy Associate, the St. Johns County Shorebird Steward will be responsible for the following tasks:
• Assist with the installation of symbolic fencing around new nest areas as needed.
• Steward at nesting sites prioritizing weekends and holidays. Hours are generally between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. though they may vary depending on needs.
• Assist with recruiting, training, and scheduling of shorebird steward volunteers.
• Work closely with local land managers, external partners, and volunteers in a positive and professional manner at all times.
Qualifications And Experience
• Ability to interact and communicate effectively with the public at beach nesting sites.
• Ability to help recruit, train, support, and schedule volunteers.
• Capable of walking and working on sandy beaches carrying field equipment during Florida summer field conditions, with or without accommodation.
• Ability to lift 30 lbs., with or without accommodation.
• Must have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation to complete assigned tasks.
• Must be willing to work weekends, holidays, and some evenings.
• Work well independently and with other staff and volunteers.
• Must have a positive and diplomatic attitude.
• Familiarity with local beaches is preferred.
• Previous experience with shorebird stewardship preferred, but similar experience will be considered.
• Interest in conservation and passion for the mission of the National Audubon Society a must.
EEO Statement
The National Audubon Society is a federal contractor and an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to a policy of nondiscrimination, inclusion and equal opportunity and actively seek a diverse pool of candidates in this search.
Accessibility Statement
The National Audubon Society endeavors to keep our careers site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact Accommodations@audubon.org . This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
COVID Policy
All new hires must be fully vaccinated prior to their start of employment unless they are pre-qualified by HR for exemption Show more details...
via LinkedIn
schedule_type: Full-time
Overview
The National Audubon Society is a nonprofit conservation organization that protects birds and the places they need, today and tomorrow. We work throughout the Americas using science, advocacy, education, and on-the-ground conservation. Audubon’s state, regional, national, and international programs, nature centers, and chapters have an unparalleled wingspan that reaches millions of... people each year to inform, inspire, and unite diverse
Overview
The National Audubon Society is a nonprofit conservation organization that protects birds and the places they need, today and tomorrow. We work throughout the Americas using science, advocacy, education, and on-the-ground conservation. Audubon’s state, regional, national, and international programs, nature centers, and chapters have an unparalleled wingspan that reaches millions of... people each year to inform, inspire, and unite diverse communities in conservation action. As a sentinel species, we recognize that the fate of birds is inextricably tied to the fate of us all.
Audubon has more than 700 staff working across the United States and seven countries in 17 state and regional offices, 41 nature centers, and 23 wildlife sanctuaries. Together as one Audubon, we aspire to alter the course of climate change and habitat loss, leading to healthier bird populations and reversing current trends in biodiversity loss.
Audubon is committed to a culture of workplace excellence, where our talented and diverse staff are deeply engaged, with a strong sense of belonging. The birds Audubon pledges to protect differ in color, size, behavior, geographical preference, and countless other ways. By honoring and celebrating the equally remarkable diversity of the human species, Audubon will bring new creativity, effectiveness, and leadership to our work throughout the hemisphere.
Position Summary
From April through September, the Three Rooker Island Shorebird Monitoring and Stewardship Coordinator is responsible for assisting Florida Park Service staff with beach-nesting bird monitoring and stewardship work at primarily off-shore sites in Pinellas County, Florida. Nesting species surveyed include but are not limited to Black Skimmers, Royal Terns, Laughing Gull, Snowy Plovers, and American Oystercatchers. Stewardship activities will be conducted on Three Rooker Islands, located within Anclote Key Preserve State Park. Surveys and monitoring will be conducted on all islands within Anclote Key Preserve State Park (Three Rooker Island, Anclote Key, and Anclote Bar), Honeymoon Island State Park, and Caladesi Island State Park. At these sites, the coordinator is responsible for assisting Park staff with:
• Posting and maintaining symbolic fencing and signage around beach-nesting bird sites
• Monitoring and surveying nest sites weekly for evidence of disturbance or predation
• Performing nesting bird surveys weekly, including during five formal, one-week windows (including color band resighting)
• Non-breeding shorebird surveys and band resightings, especially focused on state and federally listed species; Data entry, recordkeeping, and reporting as directed by supervisor and by Park staff
• Helping protect sites from disturbance through stewardship activities requiring motorboat transportation to and from Three Rooker Islands; recruiting, organizing, and working closely with volunteers to chaperone beach-nesting bird colonies during weekends and major holidays; educating beachgoers about these species; encouraging compliance with posted areas; and engaging in outreach to user groups as directed by supervisor.
This is a full-time seasonal position with a start date of April 17, 2023 and ending in September of 2023, determined in consultation with supervisor and Park staff. This seasonal position is funded through Fall 2023 with future funding possible. The Stewardship Coordinator will be based out of their home in the Tampa Bay area. This is an exciting seasonal position for a professional biologist with experience of shorebird/seabird surveys and experience of operating small vessels in nearshore marine waters subject to tides, strong currents, and inclement weather. Wet landings are required to disembark passengers at several islands.
Compensation
$19.00 / hour
Essential Functions
With direction from the Shorebird Project Manager and designated Florida Park staff, the Coordinator will ensure:
• All sites are posted with symbolic fencing and signage by posting deadlines
• All sites are surveyed weekly, including during the monthly Florida Shorebird Alliance beach-nesting bird survey windows
• All sites are monitored weekly for signs of disturbance and changes in nesting status
• All sites are stewarded to the terms of Audubon’s contract
• Survey data and band resights are entered into the Florida Shorebird Database and Access or Excel databases as directed by the supervisor or Park staff within one week following the survey date
• Summaries of survey and stewardship data required for grant report submissions
• Contribution of photographs and short stories about birds and bird stewardship for use on Audubon website and in social media
• Periodic cleaning and maintenance of program vehicles, trailers, and boats as needed
• Training, mentorship, and management of volunteers engaged in monitoring and stewardship activities
• Engagement of the public around coastal bird conservation through outreach at beach sites and through presentations to user groups.
This position is required to work independently and in partnership with designated Florida Park Service staff or with another full-time staff, as part of a team of bird stewards on weekends and holidays, and will be responsible for solo operation of boats to access offshore barrier island sites for survey work, posting, and stewardship.
Qualifications And Experience
• Bachelor's degree in biology, wildlife ecology or related field required.
• 1-2 years' demonstrated experience performing bird surveys required; experience in shorebird and seabird identification and performing waterbird surveys strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated experience in solo operation of a motorboat in nearshore marine waters with wet landings is required; operating and maintaining equipment including boats, trucks, and trailers a must.
• Demonstrated experience performing fieldwork in challenging coastal marine conditions required.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision and to maintain accountability for work products.
• Demonstrated experience working with partners and volunteers in a professional manner.
• Strong verbal communication and problem-solving skills; excellent judgment and decision-making skills.
• Must have a valid driver's license and a personal vehicle suited for transportation to complete assigned tasks.
• Ability to move 30 lbs., with or without accommodation.
• Ability to carry field equipment in Florida summer field conditions while traversing up to 5 miles on sandy beaches, with or without accommodation.
• Bilingual preferred, but not required.
• Familiarity with coastal conservation lands of the Pinellas County Gulf coast a plus.
• Interest in conservation and passion for the mission of the National Audubon Society a must.
EEO Statement
The National Audubon Society is a federal contractor and an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to a policy of nondiscrimination, inclusion and equal opportunity and actively seek a diverse pool of candidates in this search.
Accessibility Statement
The National Audubon Society endeavors to keep our careers site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact Accommodations@audubon.org . This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
COVID Policy
All new hires must be fully vaccinated prior to their start of employment unless they are pre-qualified by HR for exemption Show more details...
The National Audubon Society is a nonprofit conservation organization that protects birds and the places they need, today and tomorrow. We work throughout the Americas using science, advocacy, education, and on-the-ground conservation. Audubon’s state, regional, national, and international programs, nature centers, and chapters have an unparalleled wingspan that reaches millions of... people each year to inform, inspire, and unite diverse communities in conservation action. As a sentinel species, we recognize that the fate of birds is inextricably tied to the fate of us all.
Audubon has more than 700 staff working across the United States and seven countries in 17 state and regional offices, 41 nature centers, and 23 wildlife sanctuaries. Together as one Audubon, we aspire to alter the course of climate change and habitat loss, leading to healthier bird populations and reversing current trends in biodiversity loss.
Audubon is committed to a culture of workplace excellence, where our talented and diverse staff are deeply engaged, with a strong sense of belonging. The birds Audubon pledges to protect differ in color, size, behavior, geographical preference, and countless other ways. By honoring and celebrating the equally remarkable diversity of the human species, Audubon will bring new creativity, effectiveness, and leadership to our work throughout the hemisphere.
Position Summary
From April through September, the Three Rooker Island Shorebird Monitoring and Stewardship Coordinator is responsible for assisting Florida Park Service staff with beach-nesting bird monitoring and stewardship work at primarily off-shore sites in Pinellas County, Florida. Nesting species surveyed include but are not limited to Black Skimmers, Royal Terns, Laughing Gull, Snowy Plovers, and American Oystercatchers. Stewardship activities will be conducted on Three Rooker Islands, located within Anclote Key Preserve State Park. Surveys and monitoring will be conducted on all islands within Anclote Key Preserve State Park (Three Rooker Island, Anclote Key, and Anclote Bar), Honeymoon Island State Park, and Caladesi Island State Park. At these sites, the coordinator is responsible for assisting Park staff with:
• Posting and maintaining symbolic fencing and signage around beach-nesting bird sites
• Monitoring and surveying nest sites weekly for evidence of disturbance or predation
• Performing nesting bird surveys weekly, including during five formal, one-week windows (including color band resighting)
• Non-breeding shorebird surveys and band resightings, especially focused on state and federally listed species; Data entry, recordkeeping, and reporting as directed by supervisor and by Park staff
• Helping protect sites from disturbance through stewardship activities requiring motorboat transportation to and from Three Rooker Islands; recruiting, organizing, and working closely with volunteers to chaperone beach-nesting bird colonies during weekends and major holidays; educating beachgoers about these species; encouraging compliance with posted areas; and engaging in outreach to user groups as directed by supervisor.
This is a full-time seasonal position with a start date of April 17, 2023 and ending in September of 2023, determined in consultation with supervisor and Park staff. This seasonal position is funded through Fall 2023 with future funding possible. The Stewardship Coordinator will be based out of their home in the Tampa Bay area. This is an exciting seasonal position for a professional biologist with experience of shorebird/seabird surveys and experience of operating small vessels in nearshore marine waters subject to tides, strong currents, and inclement weather. Wet landings are required to disembark passengers at several islands.
Compensation
$19.00 / hour
Essential Functions
With direction from the Shorebird Project Manager and designated Florida Park staff, the Coordinator will ensure:
• All sites are posted with symbolic fencing and signage by posting deadlines
• All sites are surveyed weekly, including during the monthly Florida Shorebird Alliance beach-nesting bird survey windows
• All sites are monitored weekly for signs of disturbance and changes in nesting status
• All sites are stewarded to the terms of Audubon’s contract
• Survey data and band resights are entered into the Florida Shorebird Database and Access or Excel databases as directed by the supervisor or Park staff within one week following the survey date
• Summaries of survey and stewardship data required for grant report submissions
• Contribution of photographs and short stories about birds and bird stewardship for use on Audubon website and in social media
• Periodic cleaning and maintenance of program vehicles, trailers, and boats as needed
• Training, mentorship, and management of volunteers engaged in monitoring and stewardship activities
• Engagement of the public around coastal bird conservation through outreach at beach sites and through presentations to user groups.
This position is required to work independently and in partnership with designated Florida Park Service staff or with another full-time staff, as part of a team of bird stewards on weekends and holidays, and will be responsible for solo operation of boats to access offshore barrier island sites for survey work, posting, and stewardship.
Qualifications And Experience
• Bachelor's degree in biology, wildlife ecology or related field required.
• 1-2 years' demonstrated experience performing bird surveys required; experience in shorebird and seabird identification and performing waterbird surveys strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated experience in solo operation of a motorboat in nearshore marine waters with wet landings is required; operating and maintaining equipment including boats, trucks, and trailers a must.
• Demonstrated experience performing fieldwork in challenging coastal marine conditions required.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision and to maintain accountability for work products.
• Demonstrated experience working with partners and volunteers in a professional manner.
• Strong verbal communication and problem-solving skills; excellent judgment and decision-making skills.
• Must have a valid driver's license and a personal vehicle suited for transportation to complete assigned tasks.
• Ability to move 30 lbs., with or without accommodation.
• Ability to carry field equipment in Florida summer field conditions while traversing up to 5 miles on sandy beaches, with or without accommodation.
• Bilingual preferred, but not required.
• Familiarity with coastal conservation lands of the Pinellas County Gulf coast a plus.
• Interest in conservation and passion for the mission of the National Audubon Society a must.
EEO Statement
The National Audubon Society is a federal contractor and an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to a policy of nondiscrimination, inclusion and equal opportunity and actively seek a diverse pool of candidates in this search.
Accessibility Statement
The National Audubon Society endeavors to keep our careers site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact Accommodations@audubon.org . This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
COVID Policy
All new hires must be fully vaccinated prior to their start of employment unless they are pre-qualified by HR for exemption Show more details...
via LinkedIn
schedule_type: Full-time
Overview
The National Audubon Society is a nonprofit conservation organization that protects birds and the places they need, today and tomorrow. We work throughout the Americas using science, advocacy, education, and on-the-ground conservation. Audubon’s state, regional, national, and international programs, nature centers, and chapters have an unparalleled wingspan that reaches millions of... people each year to inform, inspire, and unite diverse
Overview
The National Audubon Society is a nonprofit conservation organization that protects birds and the places they need, today and tomorrow. We work throughout the Americas using science, advocacy, education, and on-the-ground conservation. Audubon’s state, regional, national, and international programs, nature centers, and chapters have an unparalleled wingspan that reaches millions of... people each year to inform, inspire, and unite diverse communities in conservation action. As a sentinel species, we recognize that the fate of birds is inextricably tied to the fate of us all.
Audubon has more than 700 staff working across the United States and seven countries in 17 state and regional offices, 41 nature centers, and 23 wildlife sanctuaries. Together as one Audubon, we aspire to alter the course of climate change and habitat loss, leading to healthier bird populations and reversing current trends in biodiversity loss.
Audubon is committed to a culture of workplace excellence, where our talented and diverse staff are deeply engaged, with a strong sense of belonging. The birds Audubon pledges to protect differ in color, size, behavior, geographical preference, and countless other ways. By honoring and celebrating the equally remarkable diversity of the human species, Audubon will bring new creativity, effectiveness, and leadership to our work throughout the hemisphere.
Position Summary
Audubon Florida supports management of beach-nesting birds at many locations on the Gulf Coast and Northeast Atlantic Coast of Florida by surveying, posting, stewarding and protecting nesting areas from disturbance. To better monitor and protect the nesting shorebirds along beaches and other nest sites, Audubon is hiring a seasonal Bird Anchor Steward to work at beach-nesting bird sites within Lee County, Florida. The site most likely requiring stewardship is a Black Skimmer and Least Tern colony on Fort Myers Beach near the Little Estero Critical Wildlife Area. There are also nesting Wilson’s and Snowy Plovers in the area. The primary responsibility of the Anchor Steward is to organize and train volunteers to help monitor nesting birds and to conduct public outreach around the sea/shorebird nesting areas.
This is a part-time, 20-hour per week, seasonal position focused on weekends and holidays, including Memorial Day, Independence Day, and Labor Day, if nesting persists through the latter. The position is expected to begin April 17, 2023 and continue through the end of nesting season, to be determined in consultation with supervisor. Nesting may persist into late-August to mid-September but can end early in the event of a catastrophic event or other total loss of nesting activity.
Compensation
$15.00 / hour
Essential Functions
Under the direction of Audubon’s Southwest Florida Monitoring and Stewardship Project Manager, the Lee County Anchor Steward will be responsible for the following tasks:
• Monitor nesting birds and conduct minimum weekly counts of nests, chicks, and fledged young of each nesting species, and enter/report data to the supervisor.
• Assist site managers and Audubon staff with installing symbolic fencing around new nest areas as needed.
• Conduct public outreach at nesting beaches on weekends and holidays generally between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. Hours may run longer per day or change as needed, and this is anticipated on holiday weekends.
• Assist with recruiting volunteers; train and schedule volunteers to chaperone nesting birds and conduct public outreach at nesting beaches on weekends and holidays.
• Work closely with site managers and Audubon staff, external partners, and volunteers in a positive and professional manner at all times.
Qualifications And Experience
• Experience and ability with verbal communication.
• Experience and ability with record-keeping and summarizing data for grant-required reports. Ability to recruit, train, support, and schedule volunteers.
• Work well independently and with other staff and volunteers. A positive and diplomatic attitude.
• Demonstrated capability of physically active work on sandy beaches carrying field equipment during Florida summer field conditions. Ability to move 30 lbs with or without accommodation.
• Must have a valid driver's license and a personal vehicle suited for transportation to complete assigned tasks.
• Must be willing to work weekends and holidays.
• Familiarity with Lee County beaches preferred.
• Previous experience with monitoring and stewardship for one sea/shorebird nesting season preferred, but similar experience will be considered.
EEO Statement
The National Audubon Society is a federal contractor and an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to a policy of nondiscrimination, inclusion and equal opportunity and actively seek a diverse pool of candidates in this search.
Accessibility Statement
The National Audubon Society endeavors to keep our careers site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact Accommodations@audubon.org . This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
COVID Policy
All new hires must be fully vaccinated prior to their start of employment unless they are pre-qualified by HR for exemption Show more details...
The National Audubon Society is a nonprofit conservation organization that protects birds and the places they need, today and tomorrow. We work throughout the Americas using science, advocacy, education, and on-the-ground conservation. Audubon’s state, regional, national, and international programs, nature centers, and chapters have an unparalleled wingspan that reaches millions of... people each year to inform, inspire, and unite diverse communities in conservation action. As a sentinel species, we recognize that the fate of birds is inextricably tied to the fate of us all.
Audubon has more than 700 staff working across the United States and seven countries in 17 state and regional offices, 41 nature centers, and 23 wildlife sanctuaries. Together as one Audubon, we aspire to alter the course of climate change and habitat loss, leading to healthier bird populations and reversing current trends in biodiversity loss.
Audubon is committed to a culture of workplace excellence, where our talented and diverse staff are deeply engaged, with a strong sense of belonging. The birds Audubon pledges to protect differ in color, size, behavior, geographical preference, and countless other ways. By honoring and celebrating the equally remarkable diversity of the human species, Audubon will bring new creativity, effectiveness, and leadership to our work throughout the hemisphere.
Position Summary
Audubon Florida supports management of beach-nesting birds at many locations on the Gulf Coast and Northeast Atlantic Coast of Florida by surveying, posting, stewarding and protecting nesting areas from disturbance. To better monitor and protect the nesting shorebirds along beaches and other nest sites, Audubon is hiring a seasonal Bird Anchor Steward to work at beach-nesting bird sites within Lee County, Florida. The site most likely requiring stewardship is a Black Skimmer and Least Tern colony on Fort Myers Beach near the Little Estero Critical Wildlife Area. There are also nesting Wilson’s and Snowy Plovers in the area. The primary responsibility of the Anchor Steward is to organize and train volunteers to help monitor nesting birds and to conduct public outreach around the sea/shorebird nesting areas.
This is a part-time, 20-hour per week, seasonal position focused on weekends and holidays, including Memorial Day, Independence Day, and Labor Day, if nesting persists through the latter. The position is expected to begin April 17, 2023 and continue through the end of nesting season, to be determined in consultation with supervisor. Nesting may persist into late-August to mid-September but can end early in the event of a catastrophic event or other total loss of nesting activity.
Compensation
$15.00 / hour
Essential Functions
Under the direction of Audubon’s Southwest Florida Monitoring and Stewardship Project Manager, the Lee County Anchor Steward will be responsible for the following tasks:
• Monitor nesting birds and conduct minimum weekly counts of nests, chicks, and fledged young of each nesting species, and enter/report data to the supervisor.
• Assist site managers and Audubon staff with installing symbolic fencing around new nest areas as needed.
• Conduct public outreach at nesting beaches on weekends and holidays generally between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. Hours may run longer per day or change as needed, and this is anticipated on holiday weekends.
• Assist with recruiting volunteers; train and schedule volunteers to chaperone nesting birds and conduct public outreach at nesting beaches on weekends and holidays.
• Work closely with site managers and Audubon staff, external partners, and volunteers in a positive and professional manner at all times.
Qualifications And Experience
• Experience and ability with verbal communication.
• Experience and ability with record-keeping and summarizing data for grant-required reports. Ability to recruit, train, support, and schedule volunteers.
• Work well independently and with other staff and volunteers. A positive and diplomatic attitude.
• Demonstrated capability of physically active work on sandy beaches carrying field equipment during Florida summer field conditions. Ability to move 30 lbs with or without accommodation.
• Must have a valid driver's license and a personal vehicle suited for transportation to complete assigned tasks.
• Must be willing to work weekends and holidays.
• Familiarity with Lee County beaches preferred.
• Previous experience with monitoring and stewardship for one sea/shorebird nesting season preferred, but similar experience will be considered.
EEO Statement
The National Audubon Society is a federal contractor and an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to a policy of nondiscrimination, inclusion and equal opportunity and actively seek a diverse pool of candidates in this search.
Accessibility Statement
The National Audubon Society endeavors to keep our careers site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact Accommodations@audubon.org . This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
COVID Policy
All new hires must be fully vaccinated prior to their start of employment unless they are pre-qualified by HR for exemption Show more details...
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