BOSTON TRUST WALDEN COMPANY
Senior Director, Conservation
BOSTON TRUST WALDEN COMPANY, Sacramento, California, United States, 95828
Location:
Sacramento, CA | Oakland, CA
Full time
Requisition ID:
JR932
About Audubon The National Audubon Society is a leading nonprofit conservation organization with 120 years of science‑based, community‑driven impact, dedicated to protecting birds and the places they need, today and tomorrow. Birds are powerful indicators of our planet’s health, acting as sentinels that warn us of environmental change and inspire action. Audubon works across the Western Hemisphere, driven by the understanding that what is good for birds is good for the planet. Through a collaborative, bipartisan approach across habitats, borders, and the political spectrum, Audubon drives meaningful and lasting conservation outcomes. With 800 staff and over 1.9 million supporters, Audubon is a dynamic and ever‑growing force committed to ensuring a better planet for both birds and people for generations to come.
Learn more at www.audubon.org and on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram @audubonsociety.
Position Summary Audubon works across California to implement innovative conservation strategies in partnership and collaboration with government agencies, landowners, tribes, non‑profits, and communities across California. Reporting to the Vice President, California, the Senior Director of Conservation will design and lead the implementation of conservation objectives in the state, manage the conservation and science team, and track conservation outcomes and measures of success. They will develop funding relationships with and proposals to foundations, corporations, agencies, and individuals. The Senior Director of Conservation will engage with members of conservation milestone and initiative teams across Audubon to align priorities and implement collaborative conservation initiatives across the Americas.
This is a hybrid position based in either the Oakland or Sacramento offices.
Compensation
$129,000 – $145,000 / year = Alaska, CA (not San Francisco), Connecticut, D.C., Chicago, Oyster Bay, NY
$144,000 – $162,000 / year = NYC (not Oyster Bay), San Francisco, Seattle
Essential Functions
Oversee and manage California’s conservation and science programs (Working Lands, Coasts, Deserts and Salton Sea, Community Building, Geospatial Science), working to sustainably increase their scope and scale.
In collaboration with the Vice President, develop and implement conservation strategies for the benefit of birds in California and across the Pacific Flyway, including setting short‑and long‑term goals and ensuring program directors and managers integrate and report annual progress toward goals.
In collaboration with staff in California and across Audubon, design, and direct California’s conservation programs to fully align with Audubon’s strategic plan, maximizing impact by integrating work across the full suite of Audubon’s science, conservation, policy, community building, and development teams.
Represent and advocate for California’s work both internally and externally.
Develop and maintain partnerships and coalitions with federal, state, and municipal agencies, NGOs, and local communities involved in protecting, enhancing, and restoring habitats and birds at critical sites.
Identify opportunities to partner with Audubon chapters where appropriate.
Supervise conservation staff, including setting annual objectives and priorities, conducting performance evaluations, and providing leadership and mentorship.
Hire and supervise seasonal volunteer staff as needed.
Collaborate with the communications teams in California and nationally to raise the profile of California’s work, disseminating information through various media channels.
Support annual and mid‑year budget reviews, keep conservation program budgets on target, and proactively identify issues and solutions.
Support the Vice President with development activities, including solicitation of gifts and prospect development; lead bird walks, give presentations to public commissions, and engage donors.
Research and secure public and private funding opportunities to support conservation programs.
Build and support the team’s capacity to provide technical expertise related to birds and habitats in California and beyond.
Serve as a spokesperson in all media related to birds and conservation issues across California.
Collaborate closely with the California policy team to identify legislative needs, support advocacy efforts, and address emerging issues.
Support a culture of philanthropy, including public funding efforts.
Collaborate with colleagues across the Americas, including joint planning and execution of shared priorities.
Maintain and foster a culture of safety.
Qualifications and Experience
10+ years of experience in natural resources, focusing on landscape conservation design and implementation, including at least three years of management experience leading high‑performing teams.
Advanced degree in ornithology, avian ecology, conservation biology, natural resources management, hydrology, wetland ecology, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience will be considered instead of education.
Familiarity with California conservation, policy, agencies, tribes, and NGOs is preferred.
Fundraising experience, specifically from public agencies and foundations and in conservation, and experience with individual donors.
Experience applying the best available science and other information to achieve outcomes and influence state and federal policies.
Demonstrated experience overseeing complex or multiple projects through to success, meeting financial goals, project deadlines, and coordinating staff and partners.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills; public speaking experience; ability to represent Audubon to diverse audiences.
Ability to exercise high diplomacy, balance, and flexibility when dealing with various personalities and sensitive situations.
Passion for Audubon’s vision and solid grounding in conservation issues.
Demonstrated success in fundraising, grant management, and cultivating a culture of philanthropy.
Commitment to Audubon’s organizational values of care, collaboration, change, integrity, impact, and innovation.
Experience fostering inclusive and collaborative work environments.
Willingness and ability to travel for key meetings with staff, funders, and stakeholders.
Self‑motivated and able to work in a flexible, nonstructured environment.
Strong interpersonal and social skills with a positive attitude.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office; working knowledge of GIS technology preferred.
Willingness to travel frequently within California and nationally; comfortable working evenings and weekends.
Valid driver’s license required.
Ability to work outdoors, in all weather conditions, and on varying terrain.
National Audubon Society Competencies
Building Trust: Take actions that give others confidence in your intentions and see you as truthful and reliable.
Coaching: Guide and develop individuals within the organization, nurturing their professional growth and enhancing performance.
Decision Making: Make decisions based on comparative data and input from various sources, incorporating diverse viewpoints.
Leading and Facilitating Change: Guide, manage, and support organizational or systemic transformations.
Strategic Leadership: Demonstrate creative problem‑solving skills and articulate a strategic vision.
EEO Statement We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic outlined by federal, state, or local laws. We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible hiring process for all candidates.
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.
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Sacramento, CA | Oakland, CA
Full time
Requisition ID:
JR932
About Audubon The National Audubon Society is a leading nonprofit conservation organization with 120 years of science‑based, community‑driven impact, dedicated to protecting birds and the places they need, today and tomorrow. Birds are powerful indicators of our planet’s health, acting as sentinels that warn us of environmental change and inspire action. Audubon works across the Western Hemisphere, driven by the understanding that what is good for birds is good for the planet. Through a collaborative, bipartisan approach across habitats, borders, and the political spectrum, Audubon drives meaningful and lasting conservation outcomes. With 800 staff and over 1.9 million supporters, Audubon is a dynamic and ever‑growing force committed to ensuring a better planet for both birds and people for generations to come.
Learn more at www.audubon.org and on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram @audubonsociety.
Position Summary Audubon works across California to implement innovative conservation strategies in partnership and collaboration with government agencies, landowners, tribes, non‑profits, and communities across California. Reporting to the Vice President, California, the Senior Director of Conservation will design and lead the implementation of conservation objectives in the state, manage the conservation and science team, and track conservation outcomes and measures of success. They will develop funding relationships with and proposals to foundations, corporations, agencies, and individuals. The Senior Director of Conservation will engage with members of conservation milestone and initiative teams across Audubon to align priorities and implement collaborative conservation initiatives across the Americas.
This is a hybrid position based in either the Oakland or Sacramento offices.
Compensation
$129,000 – $145,000 / year = Alaska, CA (not San Francisco), Connecticut, D.C., Chicago, Oyster Bay, NY
$144,000 – $162,000 / year = NYC (not Oyster Bay), San Francisco, Seattle
Essential Functions
Oversee and manage California’s conservation and science programs (Working Lands, Coasts, Deserts and Salton Sea, Community Building, Geospatial Science), working to sustainably increase their scope and scale.
In collaboration with the Vice President, develop and implement conservation strategies for the benefit of birds in California and across the Pacific Flyway, including setting short‑and long‑term goals and ensuring program directors and managers integrate and report annual progress toward goals.
In collaboration with staff in California and across Audubon, design, and direct California’s conservation programs to fully align with Audubon’s strategic plan, maximizing impact by integrating work across the full suite of Audubon’s science, conservation, policy, community building, and development teams.
Represent and advocate for California’s work both internally and externally.
Develop and maintain partnerships and coalitions with federal, state, and municipal agencies, NGOs, and local communities involved in protecting, enhancing, and restoring habitats and birds at critical sites.
Identify opportunities to partner with Audubon chapters where appropriate.
Supervise conservation staff, including setting annual objectives and priorities, conducting performance evaluations, and providing leadership and mentorship.
Hire and supervise seasonal volunteer staff as needed.
Collaborate with the communications teams in California and nationally to raise the profile of California’s work, disseminating information through various media channels.
Support annual and mid‑year budget reviews, keep conservation program budgets on target, and proactively identify issues and solutions.
Support the Vice President with development activities, including solicitation of gifts and prospect development; lead bird walks, give presentations to public commissions, and engage donors.
Research and secure public and private funding opportunities to support conservation programs.
Build and support the team’s capacity to provide technical expertise related to birds and habitats in California and beyond.
Serve as a spokesperson in all media related to birds and conservation issues across California.
Collaborate closely with the California policy team to identify legislative needs, support advocacy efforts, and address emerging issues.
Support a culture of philanthropy, including public funding efforts.
Collaborate with colleagues across the Americas, including joint planning and execution of shared priorities.
Maintain and foster a culture of safety.
Qualifications and Experience
10+ years of experience in natural resources, focusing on landscape conservation design and implementation, including at least three years of management experience leading high‑performing teams.
Advanced degree in ornithology, avian ecology, conservation biology, natural resources management, hydrology, wetland ecology, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience will be considered instead of education.
Familiarity with California conservation, policy, agencies, tribes, and NGOs is preferred.
Fundraising experience, specifically from public agencies and foundations and in conservation, and experience with individual donors.
Experience applying the best available science and other information to achieve outcomes and influence state and federal policies.
Demonstrated experience overseeing complex or multiple projects through to success, meeting financial goals, project deadlines, and coordinating staff and partners.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills; public speaking experience; ability to represent Audubon to diverse audiences.
Ability to exercise high diplomacy, balance, and flexibility when dealing with various personalities and sensitive situations.
Passion for Audubon’s vision and solid grounding in conservation issues.
Demonstrated success in fundraising, grant management, and cultivating a culture of philanthropy.
Commitment to Audubon’s organizational values of care, collaboration, change, integrity, impact, and innovation.
Experience fostering inclusive and collaborative work environments.
Willingness and ability to travel for key meetings with staff, funders, and stakeholders.
Self‑motivated and able to work in a flexible, nonstructured environment.
Strong interpersonal and social skills with a positive attitude.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office; working knowledge of GIS technology preferred.
Willingness to travel frequently within California and nationally; comfortable working evenings and weekends.
Valid driver’s license required.
Ability to work outdoors, in all weather conditions, and on varying terrain.
National Audubon Society Competencies
Building Trust: Take actions that give others confidence in your intentions and see you as truthful and reliable.
Coaching: Guide and develop individuals within the organization, nurturing their professional growth and enhancing performance.
Decision Making: Make decisions based on comparative data and input from various sources, incorporating diverse viewpoints.
Leading and Facilitating Change: Guide, manage, and support organizational or systemic transformations.
Strategic Leadership: Demonstrate creative problem‑solving skills and articulate a strategic vision.
EEO Statement We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic outlined by federal, state, or local laws. We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible hiring process for all candidates.
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.
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